Developing a technology roadmap for construction R&D through interdisciplinary research efforts

Context, drivers, and future potential for wood-frame multi-story construction in Europe

“…Future of construction sector 15 references: (Kim et al, 2009;Arora et al, 2014;Cowie et al, 2014;Shatkin et al, 2014;Hanus and Harris, 2013;Pacheco-Torgal and Labrincha, 2013;Hasanbeigi et al, 2012;Imbabi et al, 2012;Miorandi et al, 2012;Ali et al, 2011;Pacheco-Torgal and Jalali, 2011;Sanchez and Sobolev, 2010;Bartos, 2009;Wegner and Jones, 2009;Harty et al, 2007) 11 references: (ECTP, 2005;ECORYS, 2010;ENBRI, 2005;Vokes and Brennan, 2013;Danish Technological Institute, 2009;Abrahamsen, 2014;Linturi et al, 2013;EC, 2012;WBCSD et al, 2009;Goodier et al, 2008; European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions, 2005)…”

“…Compared to many manufacturing industries, there have been few major improvements over the past few decades in the productivity, profitability, or environmental impact of construction (ECTP, 2005;Höök, 2005;Kim et al, 2009;ECORYS, 2010). That is, despite the continuous attempts to adopt prefabrication and industrial mass production in construction already since the 19th century (Atkin, 2014), few of the expectations of industrialized building have been realized (Ågren and Wing, 2014).…”

Key Sub-Disciplines and Methods of Technology Planning in Dynamic Environments

“…Processes of national foresight may also positively affect a national system of innovation (Canongia, 2007). There are two main methodologies of foresight: the quantitative data-based methodology and expert forecasting (Kim et al, 2009), or forward looking analyses and expert projections (Prior et al, 2013). Based on this division, there are two main advantages related to foresight.…”

“…The most common criteria include the possibility to create a new market, market needs, policy fi tness, strategic goals fi tness, and the size of a future market (Kim et al, 2009). Planning cells are formal expert analytical and forecasting methods.…”

Knowledge Model for Integrated Construction Project Management

“…Through these integrated processes, research and development (R&D) programs that cover the entire life cycle of construction projects were proposed. KMOCT is expected to launch 14 of the proposed programs during the next five years on a priority base, funding a total of approximately US$ 5 to 15 million for each program (Kim et al 2009). Said et al (2009) present a case study that discusses how computer simulation is used to aid bridges' contractors in planning of bridges' decks, taking into consideration the interaction amongst involved resources.…”