Abstract
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) are becoming more complex with
increasing project scope and technological advancements. Automated tools to support design and coordination workflows like plug-ins and programming scripts can provide a data-centric positioning to designers to generate more accurate and timely outputs. However, ongoing automated processes for MEP revolve around individual tasks and do not focus on coordination and interoperability. This study presents the development of a solution for coordinating MEP design systems by enabling interoperability. The solution is called the Live Clash Detection System [LCDS]. The solution enables an automated clash detection tool. A Design Science Research Method (DSRM) approach is adopted, where LCDS is tested and evaluated using a real-life case study. The findings show that the proposed workflow and its automated
clash detection tool create significant efficiency for its users, minimising the required time and effort to develop MEP design. The results demonstrate the huge potential for increased automation for both routine and more complex operations in MEP design using BIM.
increasing project scope and technological advancements. Automated tools to support design and coordination workflows like plug-ins and programming scripts can provide a data-centric positioning to designers to generate more accurate and timely outputs. However, ongoing automated processes for MEP revolve around individual tasks and do not focus on coordination and interoperability. This study presents the development of a solution for coordinating MEP design systems by enabling interoperability. The solution is called the Live Clash Detection System [LCDS]. The solution enables an automated clash detection tool. A Design Science Research Method (DSRM) approach is adopted, where LCDS is tested and evaluated using a real-life case study. The findings show that the proposed workflow and its automated
clash detection tool create significant efficiency for its users, minimising the required time and effort to develop MEP design. The results demonstrate the huge potential for increased automation for both routine and more complex operations in MEP design using BIM.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 39th Annual ARCOM Conference |
Publisher | Association of Researchers in Construction Management |
Pages | 83-92 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780995546370 |
Publication status | Published - 06 Sept 2023 |
Event | 39th ARCOM Conference 2023 - University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Duration: 04 Sept 2023 → 06 Sept 2023 |
Conference
Conference | 39th ARCOM Conference 2023 |
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Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Leeds |
Period | 04/09/2023 → 06/09/2023 |