Transformation of the AECO industry through the metaverse: potentials and challenges DOI Creative Commons

Hannah Claßen,

Niels Bartels, Urs Riedlinger

et al.

Deleted Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(9)

Published: Aug. 27, 2024

Abstract The integration of the metaverse into real estate and construction industry reveals various potentials, but also challenges. increasing digitization in architecture, engineering, construction, operation (AECO) sector requires a critical examination aspects such as metaverse. This paper is dedicated to examining impact on industry. following specialist article primarily aimed at target group AECO sector, with aim gaining an initial overview opinions within this sector. methodology used includes in-depth literature review representative survey. Respondents from different age groups areas activity took part research questions are identifying range applications industry, assessing their potential business develop definitions use cases create In context, opportunities risks will be examined derive recommendations for effective results conducted indicate that there still considerable uncertainty It appears term “metaverse” associated through targeted not yet widespread survey participants recognize 3D visualizations extends over entire life cycle buildings. An exemplary scenario both during planning phase marketing. challenges identified shed light uncertainties relating data protection, privacy, influence internet. study reveal high level ignorance when it comes understanding Based results, further studies needed establish Conducting workshops specifically can help deepen possible cases.

Language: Английский

Building information modeling (BIM) adoption for enhanced legal and contractual management in construction projects DOI Creative Commons
Badr Saad Alotaibi, Ahsan Waqar, Dorin Radu

et al.

Ain Shams Engineering Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15(7), P. 102822 - 102822

Published: April 25, 2024

Building information modeling (BIM) adoption offers significant benefits for construction projects, including enhanced collaboration and legal/contractual management. However, the impacts of BIM deployment on contracts dispute resolution remain unclear. This research analyzed regulatory legal implications in industry via a framework evaluating Contractual Frameworks (CF), Dispute Resolution (DR), Legal Awareness (LA), Risk Management (RM). Fifteen qualitative interviews with experts provided key insights. The results showed CF, DR, LA have large positive impact adoption, while RM has smaller effect. Specifically, clearly defined protocols contracts, efficient mechanisms, knowledge are essential to ensure effective deployment. These findings imply project managers should proactively address contractual factors manage risks, encourage collaboration, adhere regulations when implementing BIM. makes contribution by addressing lack empirical insights aspects adoption. methodology provides in-depth perspectives from experienced practitioners. offer valuable stakeholders worldwide seeking leverage Further comparative across regions industries would continue advance comprehension

Language: Английский

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Blockchain empowerment in construction supply chains: Enhancing efficiency and sustainability for an infrastructure development DOI Creative Commons
Ahsan Waqar,

Abdul Mateen Khan,

Idris Othman

et al.

Journal of Infrastructure Intelligence and Resilience, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 3(1), P. 100065 - 100065

Published: Nov. 7, 2023

The construction sector is now experiencing a significant transformation, primarily motivated by the need to enhance operational efficiency and promote sustainable practices. emergence of blockchain technology has been seen as disruptive factor that potential fundamentally transform field supply chain management within industry. Nevertheless, extent which this revolutionized yet be extensively investigated. primary objective study address existing research void examining impact on enhancing capabilities building chains. This employs thorough examination empirical case studies survey conducted among 136 industry professionals explore many functions in augmenting efficiency, transparency, traceability constructs were found having implementation for chains are, Transparency Traceability (β = 0.202, ρ 0.000, t 42.560), Smart Contracts Automation 0.232, 62.596), Quality Assurance Compliance 0.230, 64.704), Dispute Resolution Accountability 0.235, 79.533), Supplier Management Verification 0.251, 49.404).

Language: Английский

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Complexities for adopting 3D laser scanners in the AEC industry: Structural equation modeling DOI Creative Commons
Ahsan Waqar, Idris Othman, Noha Saad

et al.

Applications in Engineering Science, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 16, P. 100160 - 100160

Published: Oct. 21, 2023

The implementation of 3D laser scanning technology within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector possesses capability to enhance project efficacy precision. Nevertheless, there exist various obstacles that impede their extensive adoption. This study investigates key challenges affecting adoption in industry. employed a mixed-method methodology involved exploratory factor analysis (EFA) structural equation modelling (SEM) examine survey data collected from professionals operating results reveal significant technical, operational, awareness, economic challenges. Technical include processing complexity, limited resources, compatibility issues. integration perceived risks present operational Awareness relate legal factors change aversion. Economic encompass affordability time-consuming acquisition. ramifications for industry are significant. Managers should invest training programs, awareness campaigns, cost-effective solutions. Future research expand sample size long-term effects. Addressing these will enable AEC fully leverage potential scanners, enhancing outcomes efficiency built environment.

Language: Английский

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Analysis of Road Traffic Accidents in Dense Cities: Geotech Transport and ArcGIS DOI Creative Commons

Khaled Aati,

Moustafa Houda, Saleh Alotaibi

et al.

Transportation Engineering, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16, P. 100256 - 100256

Published: June 1, 2024

Road Traffic Accidents (RTAs) provide a substantial risk to both public safety and infrastructure within severe earthquake zones. This research aims thorough analysis of the many elements that contribute RTAs in area. Although on has been conducted numerous settings, there is lack localized specifically focused developing countries. Therefore, this study necessary address gap literature. Our focuses examining distinct issues are particular specific location. The objective customized solutions effectively reduce occurrence accidents. examine status RTAs, ascertain main factors contributing viable approaches improve road safety. A comprehensive data was undertaken, which included examination key highways, accident-prone areas, causes Insights were derived by use statistical analysis, hotspot mapping, categorization incidents. results revealed distressing roadway afflicted significant frequency accidents, even those occurring prominent thoroughfares. Excessive speed as primary factor, closely followed negligence recklessness. common factor seen these events insufficient enforcement traffic regulations. highlights several practical consequences. Firstly, it advised implement urgent actions such upgrading database, adoption contemporary management software, rigorous laws. establishment centralized database system crucial order enhance documenting Furthermore, cost-benefit provides justification for calming measures locations with high incidence implementation continuous awareness efforts clear legislative guidelines pertaining fatal accidents imperative promoting enhanced

Language: Английский

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Examining the impact of BIM implementation on external environment of AEC industry: A PEST analysis perspective DOI Creative Commons
Ahsan Waqar, Nasir Shafiq, Idris Othman

et al.

Developments in the Built Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 17, P. 100347 - 100347

Published: Feb. 1, 2024

In recent times, there has been a notable increase in the focus on use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) within Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. This study aims to fill void current body literature by examining connections between implementation BIM factors that influence it. Additionally, it investigates resulting effects collaboration, continuous improvement, data management, gradual adoption, standardisation, various dimensions society, economy, politics, technology. examines impact adoption AEC sector, focusing its external environment using Political, Economic, Social, Technological (PEST) approach. Using quantitative approach, was gathered means survey questionnaire delivered sample 216 professionals business, who were chosen purposive selection. The results suggest deployment cooperation, effective acceptance, leading positive outcomes several areas such as social, economic, political, technical. These findings have significant consequences for working field.

Language: Английский

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Modeling barriers to the adoption of metaverse in the construction industry: An application of fuzzy-DEMATEL approach DOI
Muhammad Irfan, Abishek Rauniyar, Jin Hu

et al.

Applied Soft Computing, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 112180 - 112180

Published: Sept. 1, 2024

Language: Английский

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A framework for enhancing safety planning in oil and gas construction projects DOI Creative Commons

Abdullah Alsehaimi,

Ahsan Waqar, Dorin Radu

et al.

Ain Shams Engineering Journal, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 103257 - 103257

Published: Jan. 5, 2025

Language: Английский

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Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for digital twins in the industrial metaverse: Overview, use cases, and open challenges DOI Creative Commons

Haya R. Hasan,

Mohammad Madine, Ahmad Musamih

et al.

Computers & Industrial Engineering, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 193, P. 110315 - 110315

Published: June 18, 2024

Recent years have witnessed the emergence of digital twins in industrial metaverse, significantly transforming sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, oil and gas, gaming. As a result, these experienced increased efficiency, innovation, revolutionary solutions. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) potential to enhance metaverse by offering opportunities for monetization, traceability, tracking. Moreover, NFTs can reshape way industries operate providing superior transparency, asset management, intellectual property protection. This paper explores different types NFTs, including dynamic composable various applications within that heavily relies on twins. We present use cases where play major role. Specifically, we design, implement, test two involving NFTs. The data processing methods include algorithm development, simulation, empirical testing framework. Finally, identify open research areas future directions metaverse.

Language: Английский

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Consumers' adoption intention to Metaverse applications: An exploration through fsQCA approach DOI
Jingbo Yuan, Sayed Kifayat Shah, Zhiqi Li

et al.

Journal of Consumer Behaviour, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 23(5), P. 2472 - 2485

Published: May 13, 2024

Abstract Metaverse is an emergent technology that facilitates consumer interaction and participation in various activities within integrated virtual environment. Considering the Metaverse's swift growth, comprehension of perspectives inclinations its prospective users critical. configuration complexity theories, this article examines causal patterns factors fragmented concerning using applications (M‐apps). It does so by examining how functional (ease use, privacy), social (interactivity, presence), personality (locus control, openness to experience) combine as configurations describe adoption (MTA). Hence, fuzzy‐set qualitative comparative analysis employed empirically examine proposed configurational model analyzing a sample 372 Chinese consumers different M‐Apps. The notable MTA was determined be explained under four distinct solutions with varying function, social, combinations. findings paper's constitute scholarly practical contribution acceptance M‐apps, allowing for customization functionality meet every consumer's needs.

Language: Английский

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Charting the Course of Leadership Through the Digital Era DOI

Bayissa Badada,

G. Delina,

Ramaswamy Krishnaraj

et al.

Advances in logistics, operations, and management science book series, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 119 - 156

Published: Jan. 24, 2025

This chapter aims to provide actionable strategies for empowering leaders in leveraging technology amplify their leadership efficacy contemporary business environments by employing extensive literature review and deep learning models, a method Artificial Intelligence (AI). It investigates the effectiveness of three approaches—Transformational, Transactional, Servant Leadership—in meeting high-performance expectations within organizational contexts. The performance these styles based on scores have been analyzed using data analysis techniques neural network including Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) Variational Autoencoders (VAEs). Furthermore, Deep Convolutional (DCGANs), utilized visualize complex dynamics. findings from this comprehensive valuable insights into strengths limitations each approach, guiding strategic development initiatives decision-making processes.

Language: Английский

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