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Research on BIM—Integrated Construction Operation Simulation

A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction Management, and Computers & Digitization".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 13824

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Zhao Xu

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Guest Editor
Department of Civil Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, China
Interests: BIM; prefabricated building; city information modeling; intelligent construction; construction management
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Dr. Hongyu Ye

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Guest Editor
School of Architecture, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
Interests: BIM; collaboration; digital construction; prefabricated building; carbon emission

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The application of BIM technology in the construction industry has been very extensive, and BIM technology in the construction stage can solve various problems, such as the collaboration of various interested parties in the construction process, the simulation of the construction process, performance calculation, the cost statistics, carbon emission statistics, progress management, quality management, safety management, etc., which are the challenges faced by the modern building construction process. The application of BIM technology to simulate the various needs of the construction process and improve construction efficiency, e.g., through construction synergy-related technology, connects various stakeholders involved in construction, greatly improving construction efficiency and quality, as well as the progress of construction. Therefore, we propose this Special Issue entitled to collect research results on BIM technology in integrated construction operation simulation, which will revolutionize the construction industry, including the road and bridge industry, as well as the construction industry. These results will revolutionize the depth of BIM technology application in the construction process of roads and bridges, municipalities, ports, tunnels, etc., including the construction industry.

Dr. Zhao Xu
Dr. Hongyu Ye
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • BIM, VR, AR, MR
  • collaboration
  • digital construction
  • simulation
  • laser scan
  • digital twin
  • internet of things
  • safety and efficiency
  • carbon emission

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A WCA-Based Evaluation Approach for Matching Analysis of the Construction Process
by Hongyu Ye, Hong Zhang, Minjie Sun, Yihan Lv, Wensheng Yang, Yinan Gong, Baolin Huang and Meng Cong
Buildings 2024, 14(8), 2457; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14082457 - 8 Aug 2024
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Assessing construction process optimization and efficiency is crucial for the industry, yet quantitative methods for comparison are lacking. We propose the process matching degree (PMD) to quantitatively assess construction processes, enhancing efficiency and sustainability. Five primary indicators—regulations, environment, equipment, components, and organization—were identified, [...] Read more.
Assessing construction process optimization and efficiency is crucial for the industry, yet quantitative methods for comparison are lacking. We propose the process matching degree (PMD) to quantitatively assess construction processes, enhancing efficiency and sustainability. Five primary indicators—regulations, environment, equipment, components, and organization—were identified, each of which were initially weighted equally using the weighted criteria approach (WCA). To refine the assessment, we conducted a questionnaire survey to adjust these weights based on expert feedback. Three sub-indicators were introduced for each primary indicator to increase granularity. The PMD’s operability was verified through two cases study involving BIM-simulated and real construction processes. The light-steel-structure building’s PMD values were 68 and 58 points, and the concrete structure’s PMD was 88.25, respectively, and the reasons for these differences were analyzed. This paper introduces PMD, its evaluation indicators, and calculation method, and verifies its feasibility through cases studies and expert questionnaire surveys, providing a comprehensive PMD research methodology. Full article
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BIM-Based Analysis and Strategies to Reduce Carbon Emissions of Underground Construction in Public Buildings: A Case on Xi’an Shaanxi, China
by Yuheng Han, Yue Wang, Liang Zhao, Tilian Li, Zhi Yang, Zixiao Wang and Haining Wang
Buildings 2024, 14(7), 2134; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072134 - 11 Jul 2024
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The construction of public buildings involves a significant amount of carbon emissions, particularly during the materialization phase of underground construction, which is characterized by a rapid and intense release of carbon emissions. In response to this issue, this study aims to develop a [...] Read more.
The construction of public buildings involves a significant amount of carbon emissions, particularly during the materialization phase of underground construction, which is characterized by a rapid and intense release of carbon emissions. In response to this issue, this study aims to develop a Building Information Modeling (BIM)-based method for assessing the factors influencing carbon emissions during the materialization phase of underground construction in public buildings. To achieve this goal, a process-based quantitative and qualitative method was established to evaluate carbon emissions at various stages, including raw material extraction and processing, building material/equipment production, and on-site processing of components, as well as construction and installation. The proposed method may serve as a valuable tool for selecting design schemes in the early stages of building design. By analyzing 125 actual cases in Xi’an, China and utilizing a carbon emission calculation model, accurate carbon emission data was obtained. This study’s findings indicate a correlation between the embodied carbon emissions and the area of underground space in the cases analyzed. Specifically, larger underground spaces were associated with higher embodied carbon emissions in underground engineering. Furthermore, this study categorized the cases into two groups based on the presence or absence of underground space, resulting in the identification of 16 factors for cases without underground space and 19 factors for cases with underground space. These findings provide valuable insights for understanding and mitigating the impact of carbon emissions during the materialization phase of underground construction in public buildings. Full article
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BIM-Based Digital Construction Strategies to Evaluate Carbon Emissions in Green Prefabricated Buildings
by Habib Ullah, Hong Zhang, Baolin Huang and Yinan Gong
Buildings 2024, 14(6), 1689; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14061689 - 6 Jun 2024
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In this paper, we explore the integration of building information modeling (BIM) technology to assess carbon emissions, emphasizing the unique contributions to smart and sustainable approaches in prefabricated buildings and focusing on the application of digital construction strategies facilitated by BIM to evaluate [...] Read more.
In this paper, we explore the integration of building information modeling (BIM) technology to assess carbon emissions, emphasizing the unique contributions to smart and sustainable approaches in prefabricated buildings and focusing on the application of digital construction strategies facilitated by BIM to evaluate carbon emissions in green prefabricated buildings, with a detailed case study on C-House at Southeast University, Nanjing, China. The research methodology involved creating a BIM model of C-House in Rhino and collecting data from the operationalization phase. This research work delves into analyzing the structural components, on-site assembling process, and evaluation of carbon emissions by using a BIM-based assessment, as well as the energy load and consumption of prefabricated components, including sustainable PV panels, to enhance building efficiency and sustainability. The findings uncover the life cycle of C-House, which spans seven stages, compared with the five stages of conventional builds. Currently in its third cycle, C-House exhibits significant reductions of 70.57% in carbon emissions during the second cycle and 43.53% in the first one. This highlights the pattern showing that the prolonged reuse of prefabricated buildings leads to decreasing emissions over time. Such results underscore the potential carbon emission reductions and environmental advantages of reusing green prefabricated buildings. Furthermore, this study provides insights into the entire life cycle of the building, from inception to occupation and post-phase performance evaluation. By employing BIM for modeling, simulation, and analysis, we offer practical insights into the application of smart technologies for sustainable construction practices, significantly contributing to the advancement of green and digital construction technologies. Full article
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A Systematic Review of the Digital Twin Technology in Buildings, Landscape and Urban Environment from 2018 to 2024
by Wenhui Liu, Yihan Lv, Qian Wang, Bo Sun and Dongchen Han
Buildings 2024, 14(11), 3475; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14113475 - 31 Oct 2024
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Digital Twin (DT) technologies have demonstrated a positive impact across various stages of the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. Nevertheless, the industry has been slow to undergo digital transformation. The paper utilizes the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach to study a total [...] Read more.
Digital Twin (DT) technologies have demonstrated a positive impact across various stages of the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. Nevertheless, the industry has been slow to undergo digital transformation. The paper utilizes the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach to study a total of 842 papers on the application of DT in buildings, landscapes, and urban environments (BLU) from 2018 to 2024. Based on the research results, suggestions have been made for future research and practical directions. Meanwhile, it provides assistance to BLU’s designers, constructors, managers, and policymakers in establishing their understanding of the digital transformation of the AEC industry. The existing relevant research can be mainly divided into three categories: case study, framework study, and technology study. Compared with the buildings and urban environment industries, the number and depth of research in the landscape industry are relatively low. Through in-depth analysis of BLU projects, three research trends in the future are determined: (1) research and application of DT framework in the design and planning stage; (2) development of design tools and basic theory based on DT model; (3) application and exploration of DT technology in the landscape industry. Full article
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Challenge for Chinese BIM Software Extension Comparison with International BIM Development
by Yao Wang, Bin Zhao, Ying Nie, Li Jiang and Xiaolong Zhang
Buildings 2024, 14(7), 2239; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14072239 - 20 Jul 2024
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This study provides an in-depth analysis of the current status of the promotion and application of BIM software in China, highlighting its differences from the international market. Chinese BIM software shows advantages in data security, cost-effectiveness, user habit adaptability, and localization standards, but [...] Read more.
This study provides an in-depth analysis of the current status of the promotion and application of BIM software in China, highlighting its differences from the international market. Chinese BIM software shows advantages in data security, cost-effectiveness, user habit adaptability, and localization standards, but faces challenges in terms of technological maturity and ecosystem development. By employing bibliometric methods and utilizing literature resources from CNKI and the Web of Science, the study offers a comprehensive analysis of the market and policy environment and proposes targeted recommendations. The study indicates that Chinese BIM software has significant advantages in enhancing data security and cost-effectiveness but lacks technological maturity and requires improvements in ecosystem development. User habits are crucial for the promotion of BIM software, and the localization and adaptability of the software need further enhancement. To promote the widespread application of BIM in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries, a robust market mechanism needs to be established. The government should strengthen policy support and improve regulatory frameworks; software developers should enhance product functionality and work closely with users; and application enterprises should actively provide feedback to promote software improvements. Moreover, the introduction of reasonable capital and the collaboration between educational institutions and enterprises to cultivate professional talent are critical for the promotion and application of BIM technology. The research emphasizes that forming a cross-departmental joint mechanism to promote a virtuous cycle in the AEC market is key to achieving the widespread application of BIM technology. These measures can provide strong market impetus for the development of BIM software, accelerate the maturity and ecosystem construction of Chinese BIM software, and ultimately realize the comprehensive upgrading of informatization and digitization in the construction industry. Full article
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