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Ergonomics in construction robotics and human-robot teams in the AEC domain: a review
Authors: Onososen A O , Musonda I 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Over the last decade, the potential and prospects for using robotics for various construction activities have increased, particularly for dangerous work areas such as roof construction, construction in hazardous environments, and improving productivity while shielding construction workers from strenuous work and accidents. As there have been concerns about human factors in collaborating robotics with humans on construction worksites, ergonomics in human-robot teams’ research is critical to enhancing the advantages and adoption of collaborative robots in improving the productivity of construction workers and the competitiveness of construction organisations. This study reviews the emerging trends in human-robot teams and ergonomics in robotics, focusing on addressing the grey areas in human-robot teams’ body of knowledge. A systematic review of publications from similar industries with extensive studies on human-robot teams and factors applicable to the built environment were identified. The study summarises articles that have emerged over the last decade and highlights the emerging nature of robotics collaboration, ergonomic development and the interplay between robotics design and construction robotics ergonomics. Its outcome benefits AEC research and practice in building knowledge in construction human-robot collaboration, guiding practice and design in robotics by focusing on critical ergonomic issues.
Digitalisation of the building permit process - a case study in Italy
Authors: Fauth J , Malacarne G , Marcher C 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Building permitting plays a significant role in a building’s life cycle because without a building permit a legal construction fails. However, digitalization in building permit authorities is rare in global context and issuing a building permit is still mostly a manual and time-consuming process. Moreover, a gentle instrument that authorities do not feel overwhelmed with is missing so far. Hence, a BIM-oriented and process-based web application prototype was developed in preliminary research. This research aims at validating and testing the BIM-oriented and process-based web application prototype by analysing the building permit processes in relation to digitalization and promotion of BIM usage by means of a specific case study. For this purpose, an empirical study using qualitative expert interviews in a building permit authority in South Tyrol (Italy) is conducted. The results shed light on the level of acceptance and plausibility of the web application prototype, as well as the ability of the prototype to assist building permit authorities within their review process.
Measuring agricultural loss and the impact of differing dwelling types: A case study Melbourne
Authors: El Wazan Jean-Pierre , Edirisinghe Ruwini 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Agricultural land loss is a severe issue that Australia faces, along with many other countries. A myriad of research studies discussed the repercussions and reasons for such land loss, including urban sprawl as the main factor. However, there is a knowledge gap in understanding the impact of dwelling type on farming land reduction. Also, there is an application gap, particularly in the local context. This paper aims to fill these research and practice gaps through a case study using a mixed methodology approach. A quantitative analysis of housing types, their growth and agricultural land area taken up by those different housing types over 18 years was conducted. Thematic analysis of policies, strategies, schemes, and codes relevant to the case study enabled a better understanding of practice gaps. The findings revealed a significant loss of agricultural land. Separate housing was found to be the main culprit due to its more substantial number and area size, thus exhibiting the lack of practical guidelines to prevent their overdevelopment. Findings enabled to identify the opportunities for better practice through government interventions and potential industry alterations. These approaches could contribute to reducing or ending the loss of agricultural ready land within areas observing population growth.
Public-Private Partnerships for Transit-Oriented Development: a case study on the potential of Hobart, Australia
Authors: Wong P , Leung D , Lai J 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) has been popular for urban development, especially for cities with transport network expansion. While TOD has been proved effective in facilitating mass transportation and making optimal use of property development, it is hardly a one-stop development strategy for solving issues such as traffic congestion. In this study, the city of Hobart is investigated with reference to the TOD metrics and experiences of public-private partnership (PPP). Hobart authorities have attempted to provide better living and working conditions while facing the problems of economic development and traffic congestion. The TOD metrics are proposed for application at different stages: (1) Travel Behaviour, (2) The Local Economy, (3) The Natural Environment, (4) The Built Environment, (5) The Social Environment, and (6) The Policy Context. Based on a literature review, a set of PPP metrics is proposed for the Hobart’s potential TOD framework. Drawn from on-site observations, key transport issues of Hobart are examined with the application of the PPP and TOD metrics. The results of this study could serve as a reference for regional cities in formulating their TOD strategies via PPP.
Making BOT Model Great Again: Revisiting the BOT standard concessions and exploring the expectations
Authors: Dolla T , Delhi V S K , Laishram B 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model of public-private partnerships (PPPs) are among the most popular infrastructure delivery models used by governments across the globe. Yet, concession agreements are criticized for being dispute prone. This study identifies a few areas where BOT projects are often challenged and proposes further interventions. Interviews with the private developers and the transactions advisory provided the necessary evidence for exploring the expectations of revising the BOT Concessions. The study found interventions that the private sector stakeholders suggest. These interventions span over the procurement, construction, and operation phases of the infrastructure delivery and are argued to build a rubber wall that can absorb the impacts of risk events. The suggested interventions would be helpful to policymakers to understand the prevailing challenges and expectations of the private sector developers. Future BOT concessions can be less dispute prone by deliberating and effectuating a mutually beneficial bargaining power. This study did not focus on the public sector perspective and their challenges for not considering these alternatives. Future studies need to expand to make the results more amicable and implementable. BOT concession model is popular but ever evolving. This study challenges the status quo by identifying a few challenges to be considered for increasing its effectiveness.
Social Housing Retrofit Living Lab: Methodological Approach
Authors: Awwal S , Soliman-Junior J , Ayo-Adejuyigbe M , Tzortzopoulos P , Kagioglou M 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Social Housing Retrofit offers positive social, financial and health improvements for low-income populations. However, the stakeholders in such projects might have conflicting needs and interests, thus hampering the retrofitting process. Living labs can play a vital role in supporting mediation amongst stakeholders and thus help alleviate such challenges. Living Labs (LLs) are user-centred initiatives for the development of innovative solutions in real-life contexts through a collaborative process. User involvement is vital in the LLs’ innovation process. This paper describes the setup of a Social Housing Retrofit LL from a methodological perspective. Existing literature reporting LLs often lacks clarity on its description of the LLs underlying methodological approach. The main contribution of the paper is to depict the living lab as a method based on the social housing retrofit context. The proposed solution i.e., the LL methodological approach, is described at a detailed level, including its main activities, and expected outcomes. The approach can bring together residents and other stakeholders, leveraging knowledge sharing, collaboration, and co-creation through their involvement in the retrofit process. The solution is evaluated in contrast to existing literature, and it should be implemented in the future throughout the development of an ongoing research project U-VITAL.
Social Housing Provision in Rural Areas: Lessons learned from a Historic Analysis of Council House Building in a Small Town in Rural England
Authors: Burt Richard 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
History shows that one successful method of addressing poverty and inequality is by providing social housing. In England during its post war peak, local authorities, such as borough, urban and rural district councils, built thousands of “council” houses. The common perception of the “council” estate is of huge developments such as in Beacontree built by the London County Council, but construction took place on a smaller scale in rural districts and much can be learned from studying how social housing was provided in these areas. Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire is an excellent example of council housing provision before and after WW2. Archival data was used to analyze and evaluate the council house-building program from 1919 to 1953. Beginning in 1919 with 10 workers cottages built under the powers of the Housing and Town Planning Act 1919 and ending in 1953 with the erection of 164 “Wimpey” no-fines concrete houses, the Wycombe Rural District Council built 790 dwellings. By the time of the 1961 Census after the WRDC postwar building program effectively ended in 1953 council houses accoutned for about 40% of the homes in the town and the population doubled since 1921. Records show construction of the dwellings helped develop a thriving local construction economy fueled by procurement with local builders, constructing as few as two units. Only toward the end of the building period were contracts let in large quantities when non-traditional construction methods were adopted.
BIM and the future of architecture teaching
Authors: Salgado M S 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Innovations offered by digital technologies to architecture, civil engineering and construction can significantly alter professional practices. Among the alternatives, BIM (Building Information Modeling) can accelerate the design management through a process based on the interoperability, leading architects, and engineers to work collaboratively. Since 2007, there was a huge increase on research related to BIM possibilities. However, the rapid pace of research has not been accompanied by the necessary changes in the curriculum of architecture and civil engineering undergraduate courses. In Brazil, Decree No. 9,983 of 2019 stablished the basis for BIM’s National Strategy, starting initiatives to leverage actions promoting gains in productivity and competitiveness in the civil construction sector. This paper presents the results of a research that aims to analyses the potential of BIM Domain Model Uses as an alternative to stablish a pathway for including BIM in architecture undergraduate teaching process. A case study has been conducted in two phases: the analysis of the current curriculum of the architecture undergraduate course of a Brazilian Faculty and the analysis of the new curriculum recently approved by the institution. Preliminary result allows to identify alternatives to include BIM since the first periods of the course, increasing gradually in complexity until the capstone project. Among the aspects to be considered, the adoption of a collaborative teaching process is the most important. However, the mindsets and attitudes need to change to fully take advantage of BIM potentialities in architecture teaching.
Statistical cost modelling for preliminary stage cost estimation of infrastructure projects
Authors: Atapattu C N , Domingo N D , Sutrisna M 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Reliable and accurate cost estimates are essential to construction projects. They are even more critical in infrastructure projects as they require more time, cost, and public constraints. Therefore, a better cost model is required for infrastructure projects. An extensive literature review was carried out to identify various statistical modelling techniques and models, as well as models developed using these techniques. The literature identified seven statistical modelling techniques. They are; regression analysis, Monte-Carlo simulation, support vector machine, case-based reasoning, reference class forecasting, artificial neural networks, and fuzzy logic. These techniques were all used in various cost models developed for construction projects. According to the analysis of results, neural networks and support vector machine-based models displayed better performance in their cost estimation models. However, it was found that combining several techniques into a hybrid model, for example, the neuro-fuzzy hybrid, can significantly increase these results. Thus, the reliability and accuracy of the current estimation process can be improved with these techniques. Finally, the techniques identified as having better performance can be used to develop a cost estimation model for the preliminary stage. This is because these techniques perform well even though the availability of information is lower. The results of this research are limited to the seven identified techniques and the literature used in the review.
Demolition project management pathways: the route towards circular demolition
Authors: Osaily Yazan , Copping Alex , McCann Stephen 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Demolition pathways in academic literature are divided into two main categories: conventional demolition and selective demolition. While conventional demolition is deemed a wasteful approach, selective demolition is considered a sustainable solution moving away from the destruction approach of conventional demolition to one that emphasises materials recovery. Currently, there is much contradiction in the academic literature as to the categorisation of demolition pathways. This is compounded by a mis-match between the reality of demolition pathways in practice and observations made in literature. This paper, therefore, sets out to explore the demolition pathways from the perspectives of demolition engineers operating in the UK. Data was gathered from twelve in-depth semi-structured interviews. The findings show that demolition pathways, from the industry’s point of view, are categorised under three main headings: conventional demolition, sustainable demolition, and circular demolition. While conventional demolition is perceived as a wasteful approach, the findings show it is the most appropriate demolition pathway to implement in times of crisis. Sustainable demolition represents the current best practice in the industry, which is signified by a drive for recycling. And circular demolition is a step beyond sustainable demolition whereby building materials are retrieved to maximise reuse opportunities. The demolition engineers interviewed indicated that the demolition industry could contribute to circular demolition through early engagement with designers, establishing circular objectives in the tender process, disposing of waste following the order of the waste hierarchy, and providing a circularity feedback report at the end of each project.
Hygrothermal simulation and risk evaluation - A literature review and assessment of the applicability of the Lattice Boltzmann Method to derive the influence of convection on moisture behaviour in building components
Authors: Sarkany A , Bednar T 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Since the Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM) showed promising ways in describing fluid flow and convective phenomena, this literature review gives an overview of the application of LBM to date in the realm of hygrothermal simulations (HAM). Furthermore, ways to apply LBM to derive the influence of convection on moisture transport in building components are assessed. This is achieved by a literature review which is carried out for specific fields of application of LBM which are intertwined with topics of hygrothermal simulations (Natural convection, Porous media, Flow through channels). The introduction is accompanied by a condensed theoretical overview of the used LBM-scheme in most of the reviewed literature. It could be seen that, in regard to these topics, the majority of simulations is carried out 2-dimensionally using mostly the D2Q9 model with single relaxation times. The reviewed literature shows LBM as a validated tool, solidifying the choice of LBM for our purposes. No coupling of LBM to HAM-simulations to derive the influence of convection on moisture transport could be found. In conclusion, the deduction of parameters like the permeability is identified as a potent subfield for the coupling of LBM and HAM-simulations for further research.
Facilities management and earthquake risk reduction: The TURNkey project
Authors: Jones K G , Mulder F , Morga M , Wanigarathna N 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Reducing vulnerability and improving resilience of the existing built environment to disaster events is a complex multidisciplinary challenge in which facilities managers need to contribute an understanding of the impact that a disaster event could have on both their hard and soft facilities. Facilities managers also need to identify potential operational, physical and corporate adaptations/mitigations that can support continued business function during and after a disaster event. This paper describes work in progress to develop an earthquake forecasting, early warning and rapid response system that business and critical infrastructure organisations can use as part disaster risk reduction and business continuity planning. Focusing on theory and methods, the paper considers the different aspects of resilience from a facilities management perspective and presents findings from a participatory action research programme that developed a series of use-cases to explore the potential impact of earthquake forecasting, early warning and rapid response on an organisation’s vulnerability and resilience to an earthquake; and identifying physical, operational and organisational mitigation interventions that can reduce an organisation’s disaster risk. The paper concludes the need for facilities managers to understand the different aspects of resilience and to apply the most appropriate to their hard and soft facilities management systems.
Interfacing between FM and project phases through digital processes and collaborative practices
Authors: Lindkvist Carmel M. , Hafeld Adrian , Haugen Tore B. 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Challenges and opportunities of creating value through information delivery from renovation projects to Facility Management is an ongoing issue for the built environment. Eight interviews were conducted with FM, project management and construction management involved in renovation projects to examine this issue closely. The finding support existing work from new project delivery in the need for ongoing coordination of information flows between projects and FM. However, there is less understanding on how this information is integrated into FM practices and the role of FM in project processes in creating long-term value of renovated buildings. The outcome is that there is a to incorporate FM into the current framework of project process as a continuous role to ensure FM knowledge is embedded in data systems. Both coordination processes and clear communication interactions is required to build meaning into data that can be adapted to different knowledge discipline bases working in different times and contexts across the building lifecycle. The research is relevant to practitioners and educators on illustrating how FM need to evolve and engage/be invited into projects decision-making that has long-term implication for FM services and digital systems throughout the building life-cycle.
Your vibe attracts your tribe – the adaptive reuse of buildings delivering aesthetic experience and social inclusion
Authors: Kyrö R , Lundgren R 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
A significant amount of embodied energy, materials, and economic capital is tied to vacant and underused buildings. Sharing is an effective way to reduce the excess use of space. Beside sharing, much more focus should be placed on maximizing the functional use of existing buildings. Adaptive reuse can be effective not only in mitigating obsolescence, but also in enhancing the vitality of site surroundings. This study aims to explore the potential of sharing and adaptive reuse in delivering circularity, with special focus on the social dimension. We engage in a qualitative, in-depth case study method using interviews, site visits, as well as document and social media reviews as data sources. We study two adaptive reuse projects, where the buildings have been repurposed for collaborative use. The first case is a former museum turned into co-working space, the second is a former industrial site turned into an arts centre. Our findings show that while adaptive reuse is inherently environmentally sustainable, the value delivery is through the social impact of the projects. The social impact can be divided into aesthetic experience, delivered through the preserved historic building, attractive site surroundings and creative content, and social inclusion, delivered through community engagement and accessibility.
Investigating the safety and security of the open campus using community-based facilities management and technological innovation principles: University of Cape Town
Authors: Moghayedi A , Le Jeune K , Massyn M , Michell K 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Safety and security is a major issue affecting South Africa, especially within the context of Cape Town as it is one of South Africa’s most crime ridden metropolitans. The University of Cape Town (UCT) as a large open campus located in Rondebosch has also fallen victim to increasing levels of crime. The provision of safety and security is largely the responsibility of an organization’s facilities management services. Therefore, the study was undertaken to determine whether the University has implemented the Community-based Facilities Management (CbFM) principle of community participation to better understand and manage the needs of the community regarding issues of safety and security. The study was initiated with an investigation into the literature relevant to the research. This is followed by the research methodology which employed a mixed method approach and utilised both an online survey of the university community and semi-structured interviews with university executive management to obtain data from the single case study of UCT. The findings are then presented and establish an overall view of the provision of safety and security at UCT, the unique challenges management faces in doing so and the main safety and security issues affecting the community. The findings of study reveal that UCT has implemented community participation processes in the past with limited success. The processes implemented constitute a narrow perspective of community participation and a much smarter and inclusive perspective by using technological innovation is required in order for successful community participation to occur and to be successfully utilised in the provision of safety and security.