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Ahn, S, Lee, S and Steel, R P (2013) Effects of Workers’ Social Learning: Focusing on Absence Behavior. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1015–25.

Cheung, S O, Yiu, T W and Lam, M C (2013) Interweaving Trust and Communication with Project Performance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 941–50.

Choi, Y, Kim, D, Kim, S, Nam, M S and Kim, T (2013) Implementation of Noise-Free and Vibration-Free PHC Screw Piles on the Basis of Full-Scale Tests. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 960–7.

de Lima, R X, Júnior, E F N, Prata, B d A and Weissmann, J (2013) Distribution of Materials in Road Earthmoving and Paving: Mathematical Programming Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1046–54.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Highway engineering; Earthmoving; Logistics; Computer programming; Construction materials; Mathematical models; Highway engineering; Earthmoving logistics; Mixed integer linear programming;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000666
  • Abstract:
    This paper summarizes a mathematical model that relates the geometric and geotechnical features of a road construction site with the allocation of materials, searching for a minimum construction cost. This paper proposes a linear programming model to optimize excavation and paving services. With this model, it is possible to evaluate site alternatives with different soil strata and different degrees of compaction. The borrow pit materials are allocated in the most economical way, and it is possible to incorporate more inputs like materials mix. Software was used to solve the model, and a spreadsheet application was used as an interface for data input. The proposed model demonstrated possible cost savings in earthwork planning. It is expected that earthwork and paving optimization with linear programming will reduce road construction costs considerably.

De Marco, A and Mangano, G (2013) Risk and Value in Privately Financed Health Care Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 918–26.

Gharaibeh, H M (2013) Managing the Cost of Power Transmission Projects: Lessons Learned. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1063–7.

Horta, I M, Camanho, A S and Lima, A F (2013) Design of Performance Assessment System for Selection of Contractors in Construction Industry E-Marketplaces. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 910–7.

Hosseinian, S M and Carmichael, D G (2013) Optimal Incentive Contract with Risk-Neutral Contractor. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 899–909.

Laryea, S (2013) Nature of Tender Review Meetings. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 927–40.

Lee, N and Rojas, E M (2013) Visual Representations for Monitoring Project Performance: Developing Novel Prototypes for Improved Communication. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 994–1005.

Lu, Y, Cui, Q and Le, Y (2013) Turning Green to Gold in the Construction Industry: Fable or Fact?. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1026–36.

Macarulla, M, Forcada, N, Casals, M, Gangolells, M, Fuertes, A and Roca, X (2013) Standardizing Housing Defects: Classification, Validation, and Benefits. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 968–76.

Marks, E D, Cheng, T and Teizer, J (2013) Laser Scanning for Safe Equipment Design That Increases Operator Visibility by Measuring Blind Spots. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1006–14.

Minchin, R E, Thurn, S B, Ellis, R D and Lewis, D W (2013) Using Contractor Bid Amounts to Estimate the Impact of Night Construction on Cost for Transportation Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1055–62.

Mostafavi, A, Abraham, D, Noureldin, S, Pankow, G, Novak, J, Walker, R, Hall, K and George, B (2013) Risk-Based Protocol for Inspection of Transportation Construction Projects Undertaken by State Departments of Transportation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 977–86.

Nguyen, L D, Phan, D H and Tang, L C M (2013) Simulating Construction Duration for Multistory Buildings with Controlling Activities. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 951–9.

Puri, V and Martinez, J C (2013) Modeling of Simultaneously Continuous and Stochastic Construction Activities for Simulation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 1037–45.

Ugwu, O O, Arop, J B, Nwoji, C U and Osadebe, N N (2013) Nanotechnology as a Preventive Engineering Solution to Highway Infrastructure Failures. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 139(08), 987–93.