Webb, R M; Smallwood, J and Haupt, T C (2004) The potential of 4d cad as a tool for construction management. Journal of Construction Research, 5(1), pp. 43-60. ISSN 1609-9451
Abstract
The combination of the graphic potential of 3D CAD with the construction project schedule is known as 4D CAD. Since 4D CAD technology links the time-related and physical aspects of a construction project it presents opportunities for use as a tool for construction management. Design and construction planning alternatives and decisions can be evaluated, optimised and justified within the context of space and time. The technology provides the means to integrate the functions, roles, responsibilities and relationships of, and between, all participants in the construction process. This process is examined. Problems that need to be overcome to make 4D CAD more attractive for construction management are also explored.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | computer simulation; project schedule; 4D CAD; construction management; visualization |
| Index terms: | computer simulation, visualization, construction project, construction process, design and construction |
| Subjects: | contractual arrangements, production management, building construction, modelling and simulation, design practice |
| Topics: | Project Management, Procurement, Design Practice, Digital Applications, Site Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCA |
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