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Electronic Simulation in Construction. Electronic Simulation in Construction Research Team. Bryan Sharp Petrofac. CPI Conference 2001. Electronic Simulation in Construction. Bryan Sharp Petrofac. CPI Conference 2001. Electronic Simulation in Construction. Research Team. Team Members.
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Electronic Simulation in Construction Electronic Simulation in Construction Research Team Bryan SharpPetrofac CPI Conference 2001
Electronic Simulation in Construction Bryan SharpPetrofac CPI Conference 2001
Electronic Simulation in Construction Research Team
Team Members David Darby Kværner Songer Makarand Hastak University of Cincinnati Bruce Kingsbury Kværner Songer Bryan Sharp Petrofac LLC, Chair Randy Williams CadCentre Past Members Lawrence Pfeffer NIST Dustin Schwartz ABB Lummus Bob Sullivan Stone & Webster, Chair
Purpose and Objectives Purpose Identify, analyze, and evaluate current use of interactive electronic simulation in construction. Objectives Determine and evaluate existing technologies. Develop procedures and recommendations on when, how, and what type of technology to use.
Definitions Electronic simulation includes: Spatial Visualization (3D-Static)– 3D CAD systems and tools Virtual Interactive Environment(3D-Dynamic) – adds ability to manipulate objects
Definitions Electronic simulation includes: Spatial Visualization (3D-Static)– 3D CAD systems and tools Virtual Interactive Environment(3D-Dynamic) – adds ability to manipulate objects
Definitions Construction Process Simulation • Mathematical models used to simulate system interactions Integrated Simulation Environment • The integration of 3D-static, 3D-dynamic, and mathematical simulation models into a unified framework.
Research Method/Approach • Three different surveys • Two case studies • Extensive review of literature and supplier product information • Industry conferences and trade shows
Constraints • Rapidly changing technology • “Snapshot in time”
General Findings • 82 percent used 3D CAD systems. • 67 percent used Virtual Reality/Visualization tools. • 65 percent used these tools to improve project management. • Mathematical simulation tools not widely used. • Most respondents have made some level of integration and desire more.
Major Uses of Visualization Tools • Design interference checks • Equipment installation and access • Plant layout • Maintenance and operations review • Constructability review • Construction interference checks
Perceived Barriers High capital cost Cost-benefit unclear Lack of information Lack of trained people Resistance to change No champion
Special Considerations • Training • Hidden Costs • Learning curve • Administration and customization costs • Establishing standards • Cultural changes • Support group • Specialized training for different groups • Sharing vs. hoarding of information
Perceived Benefits Constructability benefits Reduction in rework Client satisfaction Improvement in quality Project management benefits
Tool — Decision Aid • Emerging Technologies Web site http://www.new-technologies.org/ECT/ • Web-enabled database • Module 1 – Is ESIC right for you? • Module 2 • Specify desired applications, features • Identify suitable products
Conclusions • ESIC is a rapidly evolving technology. • Research latest technology for best fit. • ESIC adds value (92 percent believe). • Significant benefits • reduction in costs • reduction in schedule • reduction in rework • Benefits outweigh barriers.
Recommendations • Analyze current and future needs. • Research current technology. • Training! • Use the tools. • ESIC Implementation Guidelines • Supplier Criteria Review Checklist • Decision Aid
Future of Industry: Through the Crystal Ball Integration (FIATECH) Web-enabled Data-centric VRML, XML Hand-held computers
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