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Andersen, T and Gaarslev, T (1996) Perspectives on artificial intelligence in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 3-14.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: artificial intelligence; expert system; information technology; knowledge management; neural network; simulation
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/eb021019
  • Abstract:

    Based on the expectation of artificial intelligence (AI) the authors established in 1988 an umbrella for research in this area in the construction industry, named the Expert Systems Lab. This paper describes 14 research projects produced since then. For each project a short description is given and the stage and value rating given by industry is reported. It will be seen that the projects generally have been rated very attractive by industry. On the other hand, it is also reported that none of the systems have been implemented in real life. This depressing observation is the main motivation for the paper and possible reasons for the lack of implementation are examined. It is concluded that stand-alone systems as normally produced are out of harmony with industry, and main emphasis for AI should on the contrary be focused on problems concerning integration, knowledge and information management.

Day, A K (1996) The Maquette, the model and the computer: organizational futures for design and construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 15-28.

Holt, G D, Olomolaiye, P O and Harris, F C (1996) Tendering procedures, contractual arrangements and Latham: the contractors' view. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 97–115.

Kaka, A P and Khosrowshahi, F (1996) Effect of different procurement routes on contractors' cash flows. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 133-45.

Li, H (1996) Neural network models for intelligent support of mark-up estimation. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 69-81.

Matthews, J, Tyler, A and Thorpe, A (1996) Pre-construction project partnering: developing the process. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 117-131.

Moore, D (1996) Buildability assessment and the development of an automated design aid for managing the transfer of construction process knowledge. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 29-46.

Naoum, S G and Hackman, J (1996) Do site managers and the head office perceive productivity factors differently?. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 147–60.

Uher, T E (1996) Cost estimating practices in Australian construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 3(01), 83-95.