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Alkass, S, Aronian, A and Moselhi, O (1993) Computer‐Aided Equipment Selection for Transporting and Placing Concrete. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 445–65.
Beliveau, Y, Dixit, S and Dal, T (1993) Dynamic Damping of Payload Motion for Cranes. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 631–44.
Bernold, L E and Guler, N (1993) Analysis of Back Injuries in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 607–21.
Gonzalez‐Quevedo, A A, AbouRizk, S M, Iseley, D T and Halpin, D W (1993) Comparison of Two Simulation Methodologies in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 573–89.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Construction; Comparative studies; Simulation models; Boring; Construction methods;
- ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1993)119:3(573)
- Abstract:
Simulation of construction systems has been an active area of research in construction for the past two decades. In particular, simulation using MicroCYCLONE has gained general acceptance in academia. This paper compares MicroCYCLONE simulation with SLAM II process‐interaction simulation. A simulation model of a horizontal earth‐boring (HEB) operation was built and simulated using the two systems. Both methods yield the same results for deterministic modeling. When the model is stochastic, the mean was predicted to be the same for a 95% confidence interval based on 40 runs. Although the random number streams could not be forced to be the same in both systems, the confidence intervals for the mean time intersected, thus implying that the means were not different. The advantages of each of the systems were also highlighted. CYCLONE is easy to use and appropriate for repetitive construction operations. On the other hand, SLAM II provides elaborate tools for more sophisticated analyses. The work illustrates that a simulator can obtain the same results using MicroCYCLONE or SLAM II, thus validating the MicroCYCLONE system, since SLAM II is well‐known and established. The time required to develop a simulation model using either system depends on the familiarity with the particular system. It is, however, observed that CYCLONE models for repetitive operations that are not complex take lesser time in general. The paper also describes the construction process used in the study to provide a proper background for analysis and comparison.
Hadavi, A and Krizek, R J (1993) Short‐Term Goal Setting for Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 622–30.
Halpin, D W (1993) Process‐Based Research to Meet the International Challenge. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 415–25.
Hicks, J C (1993) Haul‐Unit Performance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 646–53.
Hornaday, W C, Haas, C T, O'Connor, J T and Wen, J (1993) Computer‐Aided Planning for Heavy Lifts. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 498–515.
Laufer, A, Shapira, A, Cohenca‐Zall, D and Howell, G A (1993) Prebid and Preconstruction Planning Process. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 426–44.
Mallon, J C and Mulligan, D E (1993) Quality Function Deployment—A System for Meeting Customers' Needs. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 516–31.
McCahill, D F and Bernold, L E (1993) Resource‐Oriented Modeling and Simulation in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 590–606.
Moselhi, O, Hegazy, T and Fazio, P (1993) DBID: Analogy‐Based DSS for Bidding in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 466–79.
Pau, S H, Chau, K W and Wong, W G (1993) Prospects for No‐Dig Technology in Hong Kong Construction Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 550–9.
Recarte Suazo, G A and Jaselskis, E J (1993) Comparison of Construction Safety Codes in United States and Honduras. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 560–72.
Slaughter, E S (1993) Builders as Sources of Construction Innovation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 532–49.
Zack, J G (1993) “Claimsmanship”: Current Perspective. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 119(03), 480–97.