Tam, C M; Tong, T K L and Chan, W K W (2001) Genetic algorithm for optimizing supply locations around tower crane. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 127(4), pp. 315-320. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
Site layout planning is a complicated issue because of the vast number of trades and interrelated planning constraints. To unfold its complexity, this paper aims to confine the study to a particularly defined area of construction: the structural concrete-frame construction stage of public housing projects. In this study, optimization of the tower crane and supply locations is targeted, as they are the major site facilities for high-rise building construction. A site layout genetic algorithm model is developed and a practical example is presented. The optimization results of the example are very promising and demonstrate the application value of the model.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Index terms: | public housing, site layout planning, tower crane, complexity, high-rise building, genetic algorithm, site layout |
| Subjects: | systems engineering, maintenance engineering, algorithms, construction planning, site logistics, construction type |
| Topics: | Site Management, Digital Applications, Construction Technology, Business Strategy, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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