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Al-Humaidi, H M (2007) A fuzzy logic approach to model delays in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Al-Kaabi, N S (2006) A fuzzy-based construction safety advisor (CSA) for construction safety in the United Arab Emirates, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Bu-Qammaz, A S A S (2015) Risk management model for international public construction joint venture projects in Kuwait, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
El-khawas, I N (1997) The optimal design of buildings: A life-cycle approach to energy efficiency, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Ellis, R A (1980) An analysis of the impact of public participation activities in water and transportation projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Fereshtehnejad, S (2018) Multi-hazard lifecycle methods for aging structures and infrastructure systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Garrett, C C (1991) Roadway infrastructure management and investment behavior studies for developing countries: A multicriteria approach to road improvement decision-making, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Godby, C J (2002) A computational study of lexicalized noun phrases in English, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Halfawy, M M R (1998) A multi-agent collaborative framework for concurrent design of constructed facilities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: complexity; project team; 3D modeling; bridge design; collaboration; communication; computing; concurrent engineering; integration; interoperability; reuse; visualization; bridge; construction project
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/304448082
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The need to adopt an integrated approach in the facility design and construction process has been widely recognized in the construction industry and academia. The complexity and scope of integrated construction projects typically require the collaboration of a number of design and construction companies to accomplish the project. The primary goal of this dissertation is to develop and implement a concurrent engineering methodology and a computational infrastructure that would enable these companies to share and exchange design and construction information, support the interoperability of their heterogeneous and distributed software systems, and to support the collaboration of the geographically distributed project team members. We have developed the DesignShare framework to support the requirements to implement concurrent facility design environments. The framework computational model defines the architecture, tools, and techniques to support the implementation and deployment of a concurrent engineering methodology in construction projects. The framework addresses the specific characteristics of the facility design domain, supports the reuse of existing software tools in this domain, and develops efficient integration mechanisms. The DesignShare approach provides the mechanisms to integrate the project team members, to integrate the information models of different disciplines, and to support the interoperation of heterogeneous software tools. The framework defines a three-layer architecture. The top layer, called the applications layer, provides the design team members with function-specific software tools to perform activities such as structural design/analysis. The second layer, called the concurrent engineering services layer, defines three main components: the design process modeling and management component, the design information modeling and management component, and the team collaboration component. The second component includes a 3D modeling and visualization sub-component to support the visual representation and manipulation of design information. The lower level layer, called the infrastructure layer, provides basic computing and communication services. We have implemented a prototype environment based on the framework. The scope of the prototype environment is the preliminary design of steel I-girder and concrete box girder bridges. We have conducted an evaluation of the framework and the prototype environment. The evaluation from domain experts' perspective has indicated satisfactory results. The evaluation criteria have primarily addressed the concepts and techniques employed by the framework as well as the utility and performance of the prototype bridge design environment.
Hauenstein, A D (1966) Construction: A taxonomy and syllabus of production practices with implications for industrial arts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Jin, R (2013) A statistical modeling approach to studying the effects of alternative and waste materials on green concrete properties, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Mahmood, N A (2021) Real-time site safety risk assessment and intervention for on-foot building construction workers using RFID-based multi-sensor intelligent system, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Pan, N-F S (2001) Fuzzy reasoning expert scheduling system (FRESS) for highway construction subject to rain impact: A case study in Taiwan, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Sadoun, B I (1992) A modeling methodology for energy-conserving site design, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Sarma, K C (2001) Fuzzy discrete multicriteria cost optimization of steel structures using genetic algorithm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Sirca, G F (2019) Analysis of full-scale in-service civil engineering structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Stanbury, J A C (1992) An exploratory empirical study of the international consulting engineering design services industry: A United States perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Tseng, C-H (2006) Safety performance analyzer for constructed environments (SPACE), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Vargas, C A (1998) Investigating construction falls using fault tree analysis and developing a prototype tool to reduce falls using expert system and computer-assisted instruction methods, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Wee, S (1993) A prototype of an expert system for pavement maintenance and rehabilitation strategy in the state of Ohio (espresso), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Yang, F (2022) Ascending the pagoda: A ground-up exploration of the ancient construction methods of dayanta using virtual reality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Yoo, W S (2007) An information-based decision making framework for evaluating and forecasting a project cost and completion date, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Ohio State University.
Young, D R (1968) The development of a construction industry interest inventory, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.
Yu, B (2007) Essays on structural analysis of procurement auctions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Ohio State University.