Nielsen, Y; Bouchlaghem, D; Koseoglu, O O; Erdogan, B and Anumba, C J (2006) Integration of visualisation & mobile technologies in construction. Journal of Construction Research, 7(1), pp. 227-246. ISSN 1609-9451
Abstract
This paper provides an overview of wireless technologies, communication mechanisms, research and development in the field, and reviews the advantages that mobile IT provides to collaborative engineering and construction activities. It then discusses visualisation, research and practical applications developed for different construction problems. The possibility for a communication system transferring visual data using mobile technologies is explored and three scenarios are suggested. Finally, as a case study, the applicability of the proposed scenarios to the Turkish construction industry is investigated. Conclusions are then drawn on the benefits of integrating visualisation and mobile communication technologies in the construction industry.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | mobile technologies; IT; construction industry; visualisation |
| Index terms: | research and development, integration, visualization, mobile technology, case study, construction activity, construction industry |
| Subjects: | organizational analysis, industry analysis, design practice, data collection methods, research management, digital technology, construction operations |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Design Practice, Site Management, Organizational Design, Research Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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