@inproceedings{BedardMoraRivard2004,
  author    = {B{\´e}dard, Claude and Mora, Rodrigo and Rivard, Hugues},
  title     = {A Framework for Computer-Aided Conceptual Design of Building Structures},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.101},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1018},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper describes a framework for computer-aided conceptual design of building structures that results from building architectural considerations. The central task that is carried out during conceptual design is the synthesis of the structural system. This paper proposes a methodology for the synthesis of structural solutions. Given the nature of architectural constraints, user-model interactivity is devised as the most suitable computer methodology for driving the structural synthesis process. Taking advantage of the hierarchical organization of the structural system, this research proposes a top-down approach for structural synthesis. Through hierarchical refinement, the approach lends itself to the synthesis of global and local structural solutions. The components required for implementing the proposed methodology are briefly described. The main components have been incorporated in a proof-of-concept prototype that is being tested and validated with actual buildings.},
  subject      = {Konzipieren <Technik>},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{Huhnt2004,
  author    = {Huhnt, Wolfgang},
  title     = {Progress Measurement in Planning Processes on the Base of Process Models},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.166},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1664},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper presents a specific modeling technique that is focused on preparing planning processes in civil engineering. Planning processes in civil engineering are characterized by some peculiarities so that the sequence of planning tasks needs to be determined for each planning project. Neither the use of optimized partial processes nor the use of lower detailed and optimized processes guarantee an optimal overall planning process. The modeling technique considers these peculiarities. In a first step, it is focused on the logic of the planning process. Algorithms based on the graph theory determine that logic. This approach ensures consistency and logical correctness of the description of a planning process at the early beginning in its preparation phase. Sets of data - the products of engineers like technical drawings, technical models, reports, or specifications - form the core of the presented modeling technique. The production of these sets of data requires time and money. This is expressed by a specific weighting of each set of data in the presented modeling technique. The introduction of these weights allows an efficient progress measurement and controlling of a planning project. For this purpose, a link between the modeling technique used in the preparation phase and the execution phase is necessary so that target and actual values are available for controlling purposes. The present paper covers the description of this link. An example is given to illustrate the use of the modeling technique for planning processes in civil engineering projects.},
  subject      = {Baubetrieb},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{HoyanoNakaohkuboAsawa2004,
  author    = {Hoyano, Akira and Nakaohkubo, Kazuaki and Asawa, Takashi},
  title     = {Development of Thermal Simulation Tool for Urban Block Design - Based on Numerical Simulation System using 3D},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.97},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-973},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {A simulation system has been developed as a computer aided design tool to evaluate the effect of proposed design on the thermal environment during the designing process. This system calculates outdoor surface temperatures in order to evaluate the thermal impact of a design factor in outdoor space. In this study, the previous heat balance simulation system was improved to predict the surface temperature of a proposed design using 3D-CAD. This system is able to input the complicated outdoor spatial forms ef\&\#64257;ciently and also to evaluate the surface temperature distribution from any viewpoint.},
  subject      = {Stadtplanung},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{Lee2004,
  author    = {Lee, Yungui},
  title     = {Development and application of CAD software in the field of building structures in China},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.89},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-898},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {PKPM series CAD software is an integrated CAD system for building design, which integrated the following parts: architectural design, structural design, building service design and statistic analysis of quantity and budget. These four parts share the same database with high efficiency. Over 80\% of design corporation in China are using PKPM series CAD software. The detailed information and some key modules of PKPM series CAD software are mainly introduced in this paper.},
  subject      = {Bautechnik},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{Schneider2004,
  author    = {Schneider, Mike},
  title     = {Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology and its Applications in the Commercial Construction Industry},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.106},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1061},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper is a report of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and its potential applications in the commercial construction industry. RFID technology offers wireless communication between RFID tags and readers with non line-of-sight readability. These fundamental properties eliminate manual data entry and introduce the potential for automated processes to increase project productivity, construction safety, and project cost efficiency. Construction contractors, owners, and material suppliers that believe technology can further develop methods and processes in construction should feel obligated to participate in RFID studies for the advancement of the construction industry as a whole.},
  subject      = {RFID},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{HaapalainenNaaranojaLonka2004,
  author    = {Haapalainen, P{\"a}ivi and Naaranoja, Marja and Lonka, Heikki},
  title     = {How to Prevent Project Knowledge Management Failures in Construction - IT Enabled Communication Perspective},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.1970},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1977},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This article discusses how the failures of construction projects could be prevented. The focus is on using IT tools in communication. The article is based on the findings of the PROLABproject. The project seeks to find solutions for how the information can effectively be used in project management, specially in construction projects, what kind of procedures help the management of the knowledge and how the obstacles for efficient ways of administrating the information can be removed. These obstacles can be either related to use of new technology or to organization culture. The paper discusses e-mail as a medium of communication with the media richness framework (Fulk \& Boyd 1991) based on the interviews done with the participants of construction projects. We found out that the emails were used in both rich way and not so rich way. Obstacles of rich use of IT communication were partly technical and partly psychological. Technology acceptance model (TAM) is used to study the actual use of emails in communication. Obstacles of the use of emails were mostly individual differences like the skills to use the system or external variables like they did not have proper software to open the attachments. Also people talked about information overload. Emails often push too much information. Keywords: IT tools, Communication, Knowledge management, Construction},
  subject      = {Hochschulbildung},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{ElRayesKandil2004,
  author    = {El-Rayes, Khaled and Kandil, Amr},
  title     = {Distributed Computing for the Optimization of Large-Scale Construction Projects},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.160},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1601},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {Available construction time-cost trade-off analysis models can be used to generate trade-offs between these two important objectives, however, their application is limited in large-scale construction projects due to their impractical computational requirements. This paper presents the development of a scalable and multi-objective genetic algorithm that provides the capability of simultaneously optimizing construction time and cost large-scale construction projects. The genetic algorithm was implemented in a distributed computing environment that utilizes a recent standard for parallel and distributed programming called the message passing interface (MPI). The performance of the model is evaluated using a set of measures of performance and the results demonstrate the capability of the present model in significantly reducing the computational time required to optimize large-scale construction projects.},
  subject      = {Baubetrieb},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{RobertNicoudRaphaelSmith2004,
  author    = {Robert-Nicoud, Yvan and Raphael, Benny and Smith, Ian F. C.},
  title     = {Using entropy to maximize the usefulness of data collection},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.117},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1177},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper presents a generic methodology for measurement system configuration when the goal is to identify behaviour models that reasonably explain observations. For such tasks, the best measurement system provides maximum separation between candidate models. In this work, the degree of separation between models is measured using Shannon's Entropy Function. The location and type of measurement devices are chosen such that the entropy of candidate models is greatest. This methodology is tested on a laboratory structure and, to demonstrate generality, an existing fresh water supply network in a city in Switzerland. In both cases, the methodology suggests an appropriate set of sensors for identifying the state of the system.},
  subject      = {Mobile Computing},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{Pavlov2004,
  author    = {Pavlov, Alexander},
  title     = {Data Transfer and Objects Recognition in Building Design},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.126},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1265},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {The problem of data interoperability is now very important. The formal description of construction systems and objects must base upon the modeling for the description of construction data domain. The XML-language was selected as a basis of a universal data format, ensuring natural hierarchy of objects, flexibility, good layout and expandability. The language, developed by the author, is called Building Object Description Extensible Markup Language (bodXML). The types of all objects used by data transfer should be definite beforehand with existing methods of programming. It limits the possibilities of IT in application of new types. But the recipient software must recognize the building objects even if the kind of object is unknown at the outset. The author offers a set of main topological and geometric properties being sufficient for recognition of main three-dimensional building constructions with flat edges. The tests of artificial neuron network have shown that the recognition of a kind of the constructions represented as a set of indicated parameters happens enough confidently.},
  subject      = {Bauwerk},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{PengLawLau2004,
  author    = {Peng, Jun and Law, Kincho and Lau, Gloria},
  title     = {Internet-Enabled Software Model for Nonlinear Structural Analysis and Simulations},
  doi       = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.105},
  url       = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-1057},
  year      = {2004},
  abstract  = {This paper describes an Internet-enabled software model that could facilitate the development and utilization of nonlinear structural analysis programs. The software model allows users easy access to the analysis core program and the analysis results by using a web-browser or other application programs. In addition, new and legacy codes can be incorporated as distributed services and be integrated with the software framework from disparate sites. A distributed project management system, taking advantages of Internet and database technologies, is implemented to store and manage model information and simulation results. Nonlinear dynamic analysis and simulations of a bridge structure is performed to illustrate the facilities of the Internet-enabled software model.},
  subject      = {Konzipieren <Technik>},
  language  = {en}
}