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Abrishami, S, Goulding, J, Pour, R F and Ganah, A (2015) Virtual generative BIM workspace for maximising AEC conceptual design innovation: A paradigm of future opportunities. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 24-41.
Bonev, M, Wörösch, M and Hvam, L (2015) Utilizing platforms in industrialized construction: A case study of a precast manufacturer. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 84-106.
Duren, J V, Dorée, A and Voordijk, H (2015) Perceptions of success in performance-based procurement: Differences between clients and contractors. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 107-28.
Kähkönen, K and Rannisto, J (2015) Understanding fundamental and practical ingredients of construction project data management. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 7-23.
Moradi, S, Nasirzadeh, F and Golkhoo, F (2015) A hybrid SD-DES simulation approach to model construction projects. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 66-83.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: discrete event simulation,process analysis,construction simulation,hybrid simulation,modelling,system dynamics
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/CI-10-2013-0045
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Purpose - The purpose of this research is to propose a hybrid simulation framework which can take into account both the continuous and operational variables affecting the performance of construction projects. Design/methodology/approach - System dynamics (SD) simulation paradigm is implemented for the modelling of the complex inter-related structure of continuous variables and discrete event simulation (DES) is implemented for the modelling of operational influencing factors. A hybrid modelling framework is then proposed through combination of SD and DES to simulate the construction projects. Findings - This paper discusses the deficiencies of two traditional simulation methods - SD and DES - for simulation of construction projects which can be compensated by implementing hybrid SD-DES model. Different types of basic hybrid structures and synchronisation methods of SD and DES models are introduced. Practical implications - The proposed hybrid framework discussed in this research will be beneficial to modellers to simulate construction projects. Originality/value - The paper introduces a theoretical framework for a hybrid continuous- discrete simulation approach which can take into account the dynamics of project environment arising from the complex inter-related structure of various continuous influencing factors as well as the construction operations. Different steps required to develop the hybrid SD-DES model and synchronisation of SD and DES simulation methods are illustrated.
Poirier, E, Staub-French, S and Forgues, D (2015) Embedded contexts of innovation: BIM adoption and implementation for a specialty contracting sme. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 42-65.
Wang, X and Chong, H-Y (2015) Setting new trends of integrated building information modelling for construction industry. Construction Innovation, 15(01), 6-18.