Meng, F and Cao, X (2025) An intelligent framework for rework risk identification in prefabricated construction processes based on compliance checking. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(8), pp. 5066-5098. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose – This study establishes an ontology-based framework for rework risk identification (RRI) by integrating heterogeneous data from the information flow of the prefabricated construction (PC) process. The main objective is to enhance the automation level of rework management and reduce the degree of reliance on human factors and manual operations. Design/methodology/approach – The proposed framework comprises four levels aimed at managing dispersed rework risk knowledge and integrating heterogeneous data. The functionalities were realised through an integrated ontology that aligned the rework risk ontology with the PC ontology. The ontologies were developed and edited with Protégé. Ultimately, the potential benefit of the framework was validated through a case study and an expert questionnaire survey. Findings – The framework is proven to effectively manage rework risk knowledge and can identify risk objects, clarify risk factors, determine risk events, and retrieve risk measures, thereby enabling the pre-identification of prefabricated rework risk (PRR) and improving the automation level. This study is meaningful and lays the foundation for the application of other computer methods in rework management research and practice in the future. Originality/value – This research provides insights into the application of ontology to solve rework risk issues in the PC process and introduces a novel risk management method for future prefabricated project research and practice. The findings have significant theoretical value in terms of enriching the methods of risk assessment and control and the information management system of prefabricated projects.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building information modelling; compliance checking; ontology; prefabricated construction; rework risk |
| Index terms: | case study, building information modelling, risk factor, risk management, risk assessment, automation, management research, management system, compliance, risk identification, survey, ontology, information flow, functionality, rework, questionnaire, methodology, construction process, human factor |
| Subjects: | design features, operations management, environmental hazards, building construction, financial risk, health safety and environment, automation and robotics, research methods, research design and methodology, risk assessment, data collection methods, information systems, occupational health and safety management, management, education and knowledge transfer |
| Topics: | Project Management, Health and Safety, Sustainability, Risk Management, Digital Applications, Design Practice, Site Management, Organizational Design, Research Practice, Cost Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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