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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.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Expert systems; Computer applications; Concrete placing; Equipment; Construction management; Construction planning;
- ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1993)119:3(445)
- Abstract:
This paper describes the ingredients of an integrated computer‐system environment for concreting operations. The ingredients include a description of the integration process between expert system and other management software, such as data base and spreadsheet; an operational definition of concreting operations; a model of the decision‐making process; an explanation of how concreting methods and equipment selection may be presented; the factors that need to be considered; and a representation of construction expertise. These ingredients are illustrated using a prototype integrated computer system called Expert System Advisor for Concrete Placing (ESCAP), which assists in planning and controlling concrete‐placing operations. Expert knowledge acquired from planning engineers and equipment specialists was structured in a form suitable for manipulation by the system. The equipment‐selection process normally requires complex managerial decisions. These decisions have been the bases in developing the system. The system has considerable value in assisting less experienced personnel in reaching such decisions.
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.
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.