Journal of Construction Engineering and Management: Recent submissions
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Discussion: Analysis of Earth-Moving Systems Using Discrete-Event Simulation
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Planned Schedule Compression Concept File For Electrical Contractors
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Planned schedule compression can be thought of as a reduction of the normal experienced time or optimal time for the type and size project being considered. In contrast to other forms of schedule compression, planned ... -
Scheduled Overtime and Labor Productivity: Quantitative Analysis
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)This paper describes a study of 121 weeks of labor productivity data from four industrial projects. The objective is to quantify the effects of scheduled overtime. First, it describes how the data were collected, processed, ... -
Space Planning Method for Multistory Building Construction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)This paper presents a space planning method for multistory building construction. Current formal space planning in practice is limited to site layout and logistics, where space is needed for activities for extended periods ... -
Functional Illiteracy in Construction Industry
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)There is a commonly held perception that the United States is failing to adequately educate its young people, and some would suggest the construction industry is inordinately exposed to educational shortcomings. The validity ... -
Discussion of “<i>Resource Sharing in Linear Construction</i>” by Srilal Perera (March, 1983)
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Technology Strategy and Competitive Performance in Bridge Construction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Pragmatic construction professionals, accustomed to intense price competition and focused on the bottom line, have difficulty justifying investments in advanced technology. Researchers and industry professionals need ... -
Japanese Construction Alliances
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)As a result of increased globalization, characterized by freely accessible communications and transportation systems, the traditionally geographically dependent construction industry finds itself in the midst of industry ... -
Performance of Scaffold Frame Shoring under Pattern Loads and Load Paths
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)This research examines the behavior of a large full-scale scaffold frame shoring subjected to pattern loads with various load paths. In this test program, sand bags were placed on the top of the scaffold frame shoring to ... -
International Standards and Construction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)This paper summarizes a research project that was conducted on the development and use of international standards and the ISO 9000 series of quality standards in the construction industry. The research investigated all ... -
Integrating Safety and Health Performance into Construction CPM
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Construction accidents cause many human tragedies, demotivate construction workers, disrupt construction processes, delay progress, and adversely affect the cost, productivity, and reputation of the construction industry. ... -
Automating Communication in Civil Engineering
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Currently, building companies are focusing many development efforts on improving information transformation processes. However, daily-life practice is characterized by islands of information. Building information normally ... -
Petri Nets for Simulation and Modeling of Construction Systems
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Simulation and modeling of construction systems have been actively researched over the past 20 years. This paper demonstrates how Petri nets, a powerful modeling tool previously used for modeling computer networks and ... -
Introducing a New Concept and Approach to Modeling Construction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Modeling construction is a critical step for understanding it and improving its performance. The thrust of this research paper is the need for the development of valid credible models as a logical precursor to automation. ... -
Rational Equipment Selection Method Based on Soil Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)This paper presents a rational approach for evaluating a tractor dozer's capability to excavate a given soil type. A number of empirical charts exist for equipment selection, and a complex formulation based on soil mechanics ... -
Segmental Cantilever Bridge Construction Case Study
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)The cast-in-place segmental cantilever construction method, further to its well-known advantages for long span bridge construction in general, does provide appropriate means to satisfy local needs for relatively long spans ... -
Developing and Managing Innovative Construction Technologies in Japan
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Construction technology innovation is becoming an increasingly important factor for the growth of many large Japanese firms. It has become essential that new construction technologies be identified, obtained on the most ... -
Delay Reporting Within Cost Accounting System
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1984)There is an imbalance in the visibility of costs of delays in the daily construction site work routine and the costs of overhead expenditures which to a large extent determine the magnitude of these delays. This imbalance ... -
Continuous Assessment of Project Performance
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)Project managers for owners, designers, and contractors need real-time information to assist them in managing projects. This paper describes a process whereby owner, engineer, and construction contractor organizations can ... -
Final Negotiation in Competitive BOT Tender
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 1997)The final negotiation in the competitive tender of a build, operate, and transfer (BOT) infrastructure project is concentrated on the financial and contractual elements associated with the concession agreement and financial ...