The development of a realistic Discrete Event Simulation (DES) model needs the complete
specification of the interdependencies between activities and resources. Also, the …

This paper presents a simulation engine, developed to model earthmoving operations. The
engine has been designed utilizing object-oriented features, and it represents a main …

Construction simulation is an effective tool to provide schedule plans. Vehicle speed is one
of the most significant factors in earthwork construction simulation. However, neglecting the …

This paper describes an automated approach for developing discrete event simulation
models for the modular housing industry. A modular home is produced in a factory and is …

Tunnel boring machines (TBMs) are considered to be the most efficient tunneling method for
long tunnels because of their higher productivity, adaptability to a variety of subsurface …

To facilitate the practice improvement by use of simulation tools in construction, the present
research generalizes the main characteristics that differentiate a construction system from a …

The interactive, complicated system environment of a construction site renders conventional
site layout planning and scheduling techniques to be inadequate in coping with materials …

Construction of bridges is associated with uncertainties that rise due to unavailability of
resources, equipment breakdown and/or working environment. Bridge construction …

With all the benefits of discrete event simulation, the field application of simulation has been
limited in the construction industry. The principal reasons for the limited field application …

In construction planning, inherent uncertainties in activity sequences and variations of work
packages can often cause deviations from project plans. In order to effectively study and …