scholarly journals Procedural Modeling-Based BIM Approach for Railway Design

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
S. A. Biancardo ◽  
M. Intignano ◽  
N. Viscione ◽  
S. Guerra De Oliveira ◽  
A. Tibaut

Building information modeling (BIM) is a powerful methodological approach for designers that has revolutionized the field of architecture and construction for some years now, minimizing errors and making the entire design, construction, and management process more efficient. The first results have been so encouraging that many countries, from Europe to the United States to Asian countries, have adopted specific regulations to promote its development and use. BIM models are based on the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) standard, i.e., an object-based file format with a data model developed by building SMART to facilitate interoperability. Objects are characterized by properties, such as geometry, material, cost, and all related construction process information, such as scheduling or the maintenance process. The 3D modeling of these objects geometric information is parametric, in order to make the design more flexible. This research work offers an insight into the possibilities offered by different BIM-based tools for parametric modeling applied in the railway sector whereby an example of a railway section model is presented. Indeed, the focus will be on the creation of parametric objects representing railway components, as existing BIM object libraries lack them in the IFC2 × 3 standard format.

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 4975 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angelo Massafra ◽  
Davide Prati ◽  
Giorgia Predari ◽  
Riccardo Gulli

The main focus of this paper is the most recent phase of a large research project that has studied several wooden roof structures in the area of Bologna, belonging to a set of important historical buildings, all dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries. In particular, the behavior of the wooden trusses that support pitched roofs is analyzed, according to a methodological approach, based on generative algorithms that can help researchers and technicians to improve the comprehension of wooden structures’ behavior during their entire lifespan. While all the previous case studies concerned churches, this latest step extends the survey to the roofing system of the Municipal Theater of Bologna, which has a span of approximately 25 m. The core of the process concerns the automatic transformation of the point cloud into 3D models using parametric modeling tools, such as Grasshopper generative algorithms. Following this workflow, it is possible to speed up the creation of different truss models by changing only a few input parameters. This updating of the research protocol automatically creates a Building Information Modeling (BIM) model and a calculation model for the wooden trusses to perform a structural stress analysis by linking Grasshopper tools with Dynamo-Revit features. The procedure that has been developed from previous studies is still evolving and aims to speed up the modeling procedure and introduce new tools and methods for interpreting the functioning of these structural elements when surveyed through terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) devices.


Author(s):  
M. Lo Brutto ◽  
E. Iuculano ◽  
P. Lo Giudice

Abstract. The preservation of historic buildings can often be particularly difficult due to the lack of detailed information about architectural features, construction details, etc.. However, in recent years considerable technological innovation in the field of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) has been achieved by the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process. BIM was developed as a methodology used mainly for new construction but, given its considerable potential, this approach can also be successfully used for existing buildings, especially for buildings of historical and architectural value. In this case, it is more properly referred to as Historic – or Heritage – Building Information Modeling (HBIM). In the HBIM process, it is essential to precede the parametric modeling phase of the building with a detailed 3D survey that allows the acquisition of all geometric information. This methodology, called Scan-to-BIM, involves the use of 3D survey techniques for the production of point clouds as a geometric “database” for parametric modeling. The Scan-to-BIM approach can have several issues relating to the complexity of the survey. The work aims to apply the Scan-to-BIM approach to the survey and modeling of a historical and architectural valuable building to test a survey method, based on integrating different techniques (topography, photogrammetry and laser scanning), that improves the data acquisition phase. The “Real Cantina Borbonica” (Cellar of Royal House of Bourbon) in Partinico (Sicily, Italy) was chosen as a case study. The work has allowed achieving the HBIM of the “Real Cantina Borbonica” and testing an approach based exclusively on a topographic constraint to merge in the same reference system all the survey data (laser scanner and photogrammetric point clouds).


Author(s):  
Daniel Forgues ◽  
Sheryl Staub-French ◽  
Leila M. Farah

Drastic changes are occurring in the construction industry. Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes and technologies, and new Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) approaches are transforming the way buildings are planned, designed, built and operated. With the needs for new skills to cope with these accelerating changes, architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) associations in the United States are working with universities to reengineer teaching programs, integrating architecture training within an engineering and construction curriculum. Leading universities are already developing new programs, such as BIM studio courses, and promoting new ways to teach practice knowledge within design laboratories.These changes are also starting to occur in the Canadian industry. Some large governmental bodies are starting to request that their projects are designed and built using BIM. Canadian universities must respond to these changing requirements to prepare future architects, engineers, and construction managers for these new challenges and emerging industry needs. This paper provides examples for how to bridge this gap by bringing practice knowledge and research to the classroom. First, it synthesizes the impact of BIM and IPD on engineering practices in Canada. Second, it describes curriculum development undertaken between a school of architecture and two engineering departments for the development of multidisciplinary design studios to teach integrated design and BIM. Case studies are set in urban contexts and include the development of new buildings as well as refurbishment proposals for an industrial obsolete landmark. Finally, learning from this teaching and research experience, it raises questions and issues regarding our readiness to cope with this paradigm shift.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vitali Shekov ◽  
Andrei Ivanov

<p><strong>Abstract. </strong> The use of parametric modeling, similar to BIM (Building Information Model) technology, widely used now in the building construction industry, and very interesting to use this approach in documenting and modeling underground space.</p><p>Unlike construction sites, not reinforced tunnels and underground workings have a very large specific associated with the properties of the surrounding rocks, which are described by specific technical and physical parameters, taking into account their resistance over a long period while using them for the purpose of extracting a useful fossil.</p><p>Geotechnical modules built into Autodesk products are designed to solve specific problems in the construction of concrete tunnels and other facilities related to the bowels. A geological model in that module is a collection of AutoCAD® Civil 3D® triangulation models (planar surfaces) that display the top and bottom of geological layers, indicating the thickness of the geological layer and tracing the boundaries of the surfaces. Solid-state models are formed only at the locations of geological wells, illustrating their composition using conditional 3D AutoCAD® bodies constructed in accordance with good patterns.</p><p>Authors of this presentation propose the primitive families for the description of the geological and structural composition of rocks around the not reinforced tunnels are being developed for the Autodesk Civil 3D and Revit program.</p><p>At the same time the use of the FreeCAD program, which supports the exchange of parametric data in the IFC (Industrial Foundation Classes) format, can be also very promising, which means that the primitives developed in this program can be used in the Autodesk software too.</p><p>Parametric models of rock in the workings can play the role of the information model while calculating the stress, deformations, heat distribution and other physical fields for different technical applications. As an Open Source software with sufficiently developed tools for modeling and parametric description of models based on information modeling, with a certain adaptation, FreeCAD program can be used for this tasks, it can also be used as the basis for creating a unified information system for underground laboratories at different scale of accuracy needed for any calculations.</p>


2015 ◽  
Vol 775 ◽  
pp. 252-258 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ji Cheng Shi ◽  
Xun Meng ◽  
Yong Heng Zheng ◽  
Yu Jie Liu ◽  
Hui Yuan Tian ◽  
...  

With the demand on integrated construction of large scale LNG facilities in non-slide way zone at marine construction site, finite element analysis with parametric modeling technology (ANSYS-APDL) are conducted to simulate nonlinear relationship of basement and the state of foundation settlement at the construction stage. Structural analysis models are simplified from 3D architecture models of build order in building information modeling (BIM) system through MATLAB interface development. Unfavorable settlement effects are examined by detailed analysis cases studying. The prediction results can guide installation and temporary reinforcement measures of large scale structures.


Author(s):  
Francesco Abbondati ◽  
Cristina Oreto ◽  
Nunzio Viscione ◽  
Salvatore Antonio Biancardo

The use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) is changing the way to perceive, manage and maintain any infrastructural project. The concept of Smart Roads relaunches the transport infrastructure sector through the digital transformation, able to create lean, quality, safer and cheaper infrastructures. The reverse engineering parametric modeling process was applied to “SS18 VAR” rural road, one of the main viabilities in Southern Italy. The case study was developed in according to the following steps: a) creating Digital Terrain Model (DTM); b) modeling horizontal alignment-vertical profiles; c) modeling 3D Corridor; d) modeling Viaducts; e) creating realistic 3D rendering. Bentley Systems software ® were used in this study. The case study provided interesting elements to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of design practice through BIM style tools, as well as the current state of the methodology itself.


Author(s):  
Cristian Camilo Osorio Gómez ◽  
Fabián Andrés Foronda Ocampo ◽  
Cristhian Camilo Amariles López ◽  
Juan Esteban González García

Bibliometry is responsible for applying mathematical and statistical methods to scientific research; this discipline is responsible for measuring scientific studies by applying quantitative variables to articles or texts produced by a scientific nature. A bibliometric analysis was carried out where the term "BIM" was consulted, which is the acronym for Building Information Modeling. The search was carried out in the scientific research portal Web of Science, obtaining 684 journal articles related to civil engineering and construction technology. Additionally, the bibliometric analysis software (Bibliometrix) was implemented with which analysis of co-occurrence, cocitation, and co-authorship was carried out, which allowed the study carried out to be better visualized in graphic form. The results of the research show growth in Building Information Modeling research in recent years, noting that the countries with the highest contributions are China, the United States, and the United...


2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Quratulain Asghar ◽  
Adnan Jalil ◽  
Madiha Zaman

In today’s digital era, as resources diminish and globalization provokes more regimented situations, innovative technologies such as parametric modeling, Building Information Modelling, 3D printing, and 3D scanners present dynamic answers for conserving and preserving traditional buildings. The main aim of this research is to explore digital technologies and tools to indicate how they can be of assistance in heritage preservation. Moreover, it also aims to identify the techniques that can make this laborious process more efficient and precise. All around the world, heritage sites are brought to life with the help of augmented models. This research highlights the digital methodology, tools, and techniques not fully explored due to limited funding and opportunities but present here as the evolving concept in the field of heritage conservation. It is more about the examination and investigation of the preservation process with the help of digital technology. It also explores the extent of possibilities and opportunities these digital tools can provide. Digital techniques and tools are extensively used within the traditional heritage internationally. However, Pakistan is still lagging behind in this domain. This study reconnoiters the impending uses of digital techniques in preserving architectural heritage and highlights how simple usage of these instruments can make the whole process more efficient and convenient. The outcomes specify that these tools provide many advantages over the traditional methods of conservation and have proved to be more useful and accurate. The application of photogrammetry to create models of old structures is also discussed. Moreover, the creative use of these tools to develop cordiality to original structures without replacing or damaging them is explored. This paper examines the application of these cutting-edge technologies for the preservation of architectural heritage in Pakistan with specific reference to a Mughal era structure in Lahore, that is, Asaf Khan’s Tomb. Despite the rich architectural heritage of Lahore, there is no proper conservation methodology currently practiced to preserve it. The above mentioned structure was surveyed, documented and the then-current situation was modeled using different softwares including Building Information Modeling in Revit. For the climatic and solar analysis of the structure, Ladybug which is a Rhino plug-in was explored and Microsoft Form it was used for the detailed solar energy analysis.          Keywords: building information modeling, digital tools and technology, heritage conservation, photogrammetry


Author(s):  
Akselrod Roman ◽  
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Shpakov Andrii ◽  
Ryzhakova Galyna ◽  
Tetyana Honcharenko ◽  
...  

This study is devoted to the problem of digital transformation in the construction industry. To solve the proposed emerging approach for integrating information flows based on Building information modeling (BIM). This research describes the advanced methodology for creating a unified information model in construction, which combines architectural, design, engineering, cost and depreciation models of a construction object, raises a number of problems of reorganizing business processes at enterprises. The novelty of the research lies in the model of adapted common data environment based on life cycle of a construction project by stages of implementation and emergence of information. The proposed architecture is a platform for intelligent parametric modeling as intelligent CAD, which allows linking all elements of the model "Digital Enterprise".The result of the study is a conceptual mechanism for improving the efficiency of enterprise management processes based on the architectural approach in terms of digitalization of construction. Emerging technology in the study is the architecture of the intelligent decision support system in construction based on 5D BIMtechnology and Digital Enterprise. The main advantage of the proposed approach is the possibility of multiple reuse of information by all participants in the development and implementation of an investment and construction project without changes and distortions of data about the construction object. Keywords — Building Information Modeling, BIM, Digital Enterprise, Common Data Environment, life cycle of construction project, digitalization of construction


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