Lutz, J D and Hijazi, A (1993) Planning repetitive construction: Current practice. Construction Management and Economics, 11(2), pp. 99-110. ISSN 01446193
Abstract
This paper presents a review of existing techniques for planning and analysing linear construction operations. The family of techniques which are based on the line of balance (LOB) concept (e.g. linear scheduling method, vertical production method, line of balance scheduling, repetitive project model, velocity diagrams, and timespace scheduling method) are introduced, the line of balance concept is discussed, and the barriers toimplementation for LOB are addressed. Field monitoring techniques (e.g. work sampling, activity sampling, Timelapse, MPDM, questionnaires, crew balance chart, and video) and analytical planning techniques (e.g.network scheduling, linear programming, dynamic programming, queueing, and simulation) are described. Repetitive construction modelling requirements are introduced, and simulation applications are discussed. Theevolution and capabilities of simulation programmes which lend themselves to use by the construction industryare presented. Benefits and limitations of the techniques presented are also addressed.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | construction operations; line of balance; linear construction; repetitive construction; simulation |
| Index terms: | linear construction, programme, repetitive construction, scheduling, line of balance, questionnaire, linear scheduling, planning technique, construction operation, linear programming, repetitive project, network scheduling, field monitoring, simulation application, modelling, sampling, dynamic programming |
| Subjects: | project controls, building construction, algorithms, production management, urban planning, modelling and simulation, operations research, research products and data, construction operations, analytical methods, data collection methods |
| Topics: | Time Control, Site Management, Digital Applications, Governance, Construction Technology, Engineering Principles, Research Practice, Project Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCEA |
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