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Bubshait, A A and Cunningham, M J (1998) Comparison of Delay Analysis Methodologies. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 315–22.

Chao, L and Skibniewski, M J (1998) Fuzzy Logic for Evaluating Alternative Construction Technology. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 297–304.

Faniran, O O, Oluwoye, J O and Lenard, D J (1998) Interactions between Construction Planning and Influence Factors. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 245–56.

Garza, J M d l, Hancher, D E and Decker, L (1998) Analysis of Safety Indicators in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 312–4.

Harmelink, D J and Rowings, J E (1998) Linear Scheduling Model: Development of Controlling Activity Path. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 263–8.

  • Type: Journal Article
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  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1998)124:4(263)
  • Abstract:
    There are several reasons why linear scheduling techniques have not been applied widely to construction projects even though they have been identified as very useful. If we consider the capabilities and the widespread use of critical-path method (CPM) in the construction industry, some of the reasons why linear scheduling is not popular become evident. There is an abundance of highly developed CPM computer applications available today. These applications provide a rich set of capabilities such as resource and cost allocation, progress reporting, and schedule updating, plus the generation of a multitude of reports and graphics. There are no comparable applications for linear scheduling. The reason for the shortage of applications is that linear scheduling typically has been regarded as a visual technique lacking the analytical qualities of the CPM of scheduling. Fundamental to linear scheduling's lack of an analytical perspective is its inability to determine a critical path. This paper documents a method by which a controlling activity path can be determined in a linear schedule. This fundamental ability further forms the basis for the determination of float for noncontrolling activities and provides a means of statusing and updating linear schedules.

Harris, R B and Ioannou, P G (1998) Scheduling Projects with Repeating Activities. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 269–78.

LeBlond, D, Owen, F, Gibson, G E, Haas, C T and Traver, A E (1998) Control Improvement for Advanced Construction Equipment. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 289–96.

Moon, S and Bernold, L E (1998) Graphic-Based Human-Machine Interface for Construction Manipulator Control. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 305–11.

Tabatabai-Gargari, M and Elzarka, H M (1998) Integrated CAD/KBS Approach for Automating Preconstruction Activities. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 257–62.

Tommelein, I D (1998) Pull-Driven Scheduling for Pipe-Spool Installation: Simulation of Lean Construction Technique. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 279–88.

Toole, T M (1998) Uncertainty and Home Builders' Adoption of Technological Innovations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 323–32.

Wang, S Q, Tiong, R L K, Ting, S K, Chew, D and Ashley, D (1998) Evaluation and Competitive Tendering of BOT Power Plant Project in China. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 124(04), 333–41.