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Abdelaty, A F A (2017) Data-driven algorithms for enhanced transportation infrastructure asset management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Al Shalabi, F A (2016) BIM framework for energy and maintenance performance assessment for facility management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
AlBughdadi, A J M (2022) Advanced decision support tools for bridge asset management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Azmy, N (2012) The role of team effectiveness in construction project teams and project performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University.
Barbosa Resende, C (2021) Post-construction evaluation for work zones and construction engineers' training, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University.
Barutha, P J (2018) Integrated project delivery for industrial projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Canales Fernandez, A R (2004) Developing effective integration between American supervisors and hispanic craft workers in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Christensen, A N (2019) Identifying private construction project owner inefficiencies that affect project goals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
El-adaway, I H (2008) Construction dispute mitigation through multi-agent based simulation and risk management modeling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Elmisalami, T E (2001) Developing a multi-attribute utility model (MAUM) for selecting information technologies in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: radio frequency identification; reliability; multi-attribute utility theory; utility theory; construction equipment; equipment; utilities; government; information technology; specification; professional
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/304700683
- Abstract:
The construction industry lags behind other industries in adopting new information technologies (ITs). The current construction procedures used to transfer data need to be updated. The most common data capture technologies are bar code and radio frequency identification (RFID) tagging. Although bar code and RFID systems are quite different, they might accomplish the same tasks. In fact, so many new data capture technologies now exist that industry managers are often perplexed when they plan a new system. This research develops a decision tool that enables decision makers in the construction industry to select the most appropriate data capturing technology for their construction applications. This decision tool is a systematic evaluation model based upon the Multi-Attribute Utility theory (MAUT). This Multi-Attribute Utility Model (MAUM) can be adapted to evaluate other construction-related applications such as construction equipment, building methods, and new projects. MAUM is also a good group decision-making tool that considers all decision makers' concerns and objectives. MAUM's feasibility as a decision tool was assessed by both laboratory technicians and information technology professionals (ITPs) at six material testing labs, both private and government. Aggregate utilities were calculated for 10 different bar code and RFID portable data terminals (PDTs). These aggregate utilities simultaneously combine technical-merit, economic-merit, and low-risk merit utilities for the PDTs. Two RFID and one bar code systems achieved the greatest aggregate utilities, indicating that some bar code systems can be better than other RFID systems. There were not many significant differences between government and private labs, although private labs are profit oriented and thus more cost conscious, making them more selective in systems technical performance. The study showed that ITPs are more concerned about technical specifications of the PDTs, while technicians are more concerned about its environmental reliability. Sensitivity analysis revealed that changes in model interaction relationships, system cost, and the aggregation rules had no major effect on the ranking of top systems.
Enz, D L (2009) Construction project administration and management for mitigating work zone crashes and fatalities: An integrated risk management model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Gad, G M (2012) Effect of culture, risk, and trust on the selection of dispute resolution methods in international construction contracts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Gao, Z (2004) Investigation of technologies to improve the visualization of design documents and construction process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University.
Harmelink, D J (1995) Linear scheduling model: The development of a linear scheduling model with microcomputer applications for highway construction project control, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Kaewmoracharoen, M (2009) Feasibility of visualization and simulation applications to improve work zone safety and mobility, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University.
Kawal, D E (1970) A systems model of a construction firm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Lueth, P L O (2008) The architectural design studio as a learning environment: A qualitative exploration of architecture design student learning experiences in design studios from first- through fourth-year, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Mahfouz, T S (2009) Construction legal support for differing site conditions (DSC) through statistical modeling and machine learning (ML), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
McCann, M (1986) An application of convex programming to construction scheduling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Iowa State University.
Mohd Zainudin, N (2019) Identification and analysis of worker safety hazards in Midwest agribusiness construction work sites, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Iowa State University.
Nahvi, A (2019) Integrated stochastic economics performance evaluation of horizontal infrastructure systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Pinto Nunez, M D C (2017) Comprehensive partnering management model for highway construction projects delivered using traditional and alternative methods, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Rahbar, F (1997) Computer-aided parametric planning (CAPP), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Rueda-Benavides, J A (2016) Indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity project selection framework using stochastic techniques, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Shrestha, K P (2016) Data analytics and visualization for enhanced highway construction cost indexes and as-built schedules, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Sirotiak, T L (2008) The effect of problem/project-based learning on a desired skill set for construction professionals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Smadi, O G (2000) Knowledge-based expert system pavement management optimization, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Talbot, J (2021) Understanding housing reconstruction in Puerto Rico after hurricanes Irma and Maria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Iowa State University.
Tapia, R M (2017) Linear scheduling and procurement tools to manage geotechnical risk in design-build construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University.
Woldesenbet, A (2014) Highway infrastructure data and information integration & assessment framework: a data-driven decision-making approach, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University.