Coupling BIM and Game Engine Technologies for Construction Knowledge Enhancement

Buhammood, A. H.; Abanda, Fonbeyin Henry; Garstecki, Peter; Manjia, Marcelline Blanche; Pettang, Chrispin; Abdullahi, Abdulrasheed Madugu

doi:10.4018/ijgcms.2020100103

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“…Therefore, extensive research is being conducted to mitigate the interoperability issues, and different ways of integration between game engines and BIM have been developed (Zheng et al, 2023, andNandavar et al, 2018). Though BIM tools have their own visualization capabilities for adding interactivity, making the model dynamic, building VR and AR platforms, and going for extensive visualization, the game engine is a suitable option for integrating BIM data (Buhammood et al, 2020). Therefore, the interoperability between two different platforms by the developed procedures with different file formats must be tested to investigate the effectiveness of this interoperability.…”

Section: Game Enginementioning

confidence: 99%

Integration of BIM data and real-time game engine applications: Case studies in construction safety management

Zaman,

Abdelaty,

Sobuz

2024

ITcon

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) has unique features that improve safety management in construction by visually identifying potential risks. Integrating BIM with a real-time game engine is a cutting-edge idea for more effective safety management. This study aims to conduct two case studies by integrating BIM data with game engines from two aspects: 1) Construction Safety Training and 2) Pre-construction Safety Management. A framework that covers techniques for extraction of safety ideas, managing the game engine, and character modeling tools and resources is used to carry out the case studies. In the first case study, a construction site was created by Revit, and a real-life scaffolding failure accident was simulated by Unity to warn workers to prevent similar future events. The second case study was conducted on the procedure of evacuation modeling in an emergency, integrating a BIM model and Unity following distinct pathways. This evacuation modeling can be used as a training platform for the occupants to acquaint themselves with the inside facility, show directions of the shortest evacuation path from specific points, and provide necessary information on emergency equipment. Finally, the study explains how the integration of the BIM model and game engine applications can be applied for effective, straightforward, and helpful safety management with the most efficient BIM data transition.

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Section: Game Enginementioning

confidence: 99%

Integration of BIM data and real-time game engine applications: Case studies in construction safety management

Zaman,

Abdelaty,

Sobuz

2024

ITcon

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“…Progress visualization: Progress visualisation from an as-built BIM as shown in Figure 2(e) is a valuable tool for understanding and monitoring construction project evolution. The detailed representation of actual building conditions in the as-built BIM allows for visualizations in both nonimmersive 3D viewers and immersive Extended Reality (XR) environments, such as Augmented Reality (AR) [40,41], Virtual Reality (VR) [42,43], and Mixed Reality (MR) [44,45]. These visualization methods enable exploring and comparing as-designed and as-built conditions, facilitating better decision-making and collaboration throughout the construction process.…”

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confidence: 99%

Towards a conceptual framework for application of computer vision in construction cost control

Madugu,

Fikri,

Shuaib

et al. 2023

IOP Conf. Ser.: Earth Environ. Sci.

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Construction projects have long been plagued by cost overruns, which can significantly impact project outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction. Recent advances in innovative technologies, including computer vision, have shown promise in improving construction project performance. Specifically, computer vision has been recommended as a powerful tool for enhancing cost management processes. Despite its potential, the application of computer vision in cost control for construction projects remains largely unexplored. This paper presents a conceptual framework for effectively leveraging computer vision to improve construction cost control. To achieve this objective, the paper will first review relevant literature on the application of computer vision in construction and construction cost control. The review will examine the existing research, identify knowledge gaps, and provide insights into the potential benefits of using computer vision in cost control. Next, the paper will propose a conceptual framework for integrating computer vision into the construction cost control process. The framework will be based on a thorough analysis of the various aspects of construction cost control and the potential applications of computer vision in each area.

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“…It turned out that the BIM‐based teaching method can stimulate students' learning motivation and confidence. Besides this, the game engine is also discussed in the BIM‐based teaching to provide more friendly interactions [8].…”

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The establishment of BIM‐embedded knowledge‐sharing platform and its learning community model: A case of prefabricated building design

Lee¹,

Lo²,

Wen

et al. 2022

Comp Applic In Engineering

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Building information modeling (BIM) not only can be a medium for 3D display and simulation but also can be embedded in the knowledge ontology to connect more comprehensive information. Despite the advantages of the BIM‐embedded knowledge ontology that has been explored in engineering practices, it is still less discussed in engineering education. Therefore, this paper aims to establish a BIM‐embedded knowledge‐sharing platform and its corresponding learning community model to improve learning outcomes. The BIM‐embedded knowledge‐sharing platform is established by the MediaWiki to connect the knowledge entries with the related BIM components to expand the BIM‐embedded knowledge ontology. The learning community model is developed on problem‐based learning and project‐based learning to encourage students to build their own knowledge by creating, sharing, and modifying knowledge entries. In the experimental teaching, twenty students are invited to participate in the learning community for a class on prefabricated building design. Students are guided to build and share their knowledge entries and the related BIM components by following the learning community model. Besides this, they also use the BIM‐embedded knowledge‐sharing platform to complete a real design project. Results show the proposed BIM‐embedded knowledge‐sharing platform and the learning community model are beneficial for the learning outcomes.

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Coupling BIM and Game Engine Technologies for Construction Knowledge Enhancement

Cited by 8 publications

References 34 publications

Integration of BIM data and real-time game engine applications: Case studies in construction safety management

Integration of BIM data and real-time game engine applications: Case studies in construction safety management

Towards a conceptual framework for application of computer vision in construction cost control

The establishment of BIM‐embedded knowledge‐sharing platform and its learning community model: A case of prefabricated building design

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