This paper provides a brief review of the new Building Information Models (BIM) technology in Construction Industry. BIM was found to be a helpful tool to be used in construction activities with the ability to store all information in just one digital model and allows collaboration among different professionals involved in a project. This tool allows collaboration of the different disciplines involved in a construction project to collaboratively working on different activities such as that of architectural works, structural works, mechanical works, electrical works, and sanitary or plumbing works. This tool answers the difficulty of some inexperienced clients who faced the difficulty in figuring out the desired 3D drawing of the project. It also allows project managers and owners to determine the corresponding accomplishment in each number of days with actual cost spent on the project.
At a glance
- Discusses Revit as a building information modelling tool for construction projects
- Discusses the Construction Industry Council’s BIM Protocol for Level 2 work
- 23 sources in the bibliography
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Description of Technology
3. Origin:
3.1 a) Where and when the technology was developed.
3.2 b) Rationale of the technology development.
3.3 c) Name and profile of the inventor
4. Global advancements of the technology
5. Technological Contribution to the Global Environment
5.1 a) Social aspect
5.2 b) Economic aspect
Objectives and Topics
This work explores the development and use of building information modelling in construction, focusing on Autodesk Revit. It considers how digital models and software interoperability relate to project collaboration, technological change, sustainability and the industry’s social and economic roles.
- Building information modelling and digital project information
- Revit’s development and construction applications
- Collaboration and software interoperability
- Technology adoption and construction industry change
- Social, environmental and economic considerations
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Description of Technology
Building Information Modelling (BIM) involves process of generating, storing, managing, exchanging, and sharing building information with interoperability with other software for purpose of collaboration. BIM shows the process of representation of the building project. So, BIM can be considered as a digital representation of a building, an object-oriented three-dimensional (3D) model, and a source of project information which addresses compatibility issues and promotes collaboration with features of interoperability through exchange of information with related software applications. The data can be extracted from the model and worked out to generate information that can support several analyses to make decisions and to improve the process of delivering the facility (Sampaio, 2017)
The REVIT is a BIM tool which answers to issues of environment and society. It is one of BIM tools which was developed by Autodesk. Autodesk is known in creating software like AutoCAD, Fusion, and many more. With BIM, it provides collaboration among the teams and achieve substantial savings in the project. It helps sustainable approach of construction with a paperless method in a digital representation of a project. Autodesk has been providing a good competition in aiding the needs of the construction through virtual reality, digital storage of information, and collaboration among teams. It has evolved from issues in compatibility into interoperability with other software creators. AutoCAD could be imported to STAAD software developed by the Bentley. All these years, Autodesk helps in the computer assistance needed by the architects and engineers which is indeed a technology support in the construction business.
Revit is a BIM program that is used in the engineering, design, and construction industries to provide a more integrated modeling environment, as well as more efficient and cost-effective projects. Revit with BIM Collaborate features allows project teams to collaborate remotely utilizing a robust and secure cloud-based collaboration and data management solution. Many users have requested features such as shared parameters in key schedules, improved rebar modeling and detailing, tapered walls, native PDF export, scheduling and annotation tools, and improved Revit interoperability for tools like Rhino and Formit Pro. The latest Revit building design software provides better interoperability, efficient and accurate document production, and many users have requested features such as shared parameters in key schedules, improved rebar modelling and detailing, tapered walls, native PDF export, scheduling and annotation tools, and improved Rev Conceptual design tools, analysis with insights, architectural modeling, point cloud tools, 3D design visualization, multistory stairs, and cloud rendering are just a few of the features available in Revit. Furthermore, structural engineering aspects such as physical and analytical models, reinforcement detailing, structural steel modeling, bidirectional linkage with analysis are provided.
Chapter Summaries
1. Introduction: Introduces technological change in construction management and the use of BIM for digital modelling and collaboration.
2. Description of Technology: Describes BIM as a means of managing and exchanging project information, then discusses Revit’s modelling and collaboration features.
3. Origin: Traces the development of BIM and Revit, discusses reasons for technological change in construction, and profiles Autodesk.
4. Global advancements of the technology: Discusses changes in construction software, interoperability, and Autodesk’s professional learning community.
5. Technological Contribution to the Global Environment: Considers social, environmental and economic aspects of BIM, including collaboration, sustainability and policy initiatives.
Keywords
building information modelling, BIM, Revit, Autodesk, construction industry, software interoperability, digital models, project collaboration, computer-aided design, sustainability, construction technology, virtual reality
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this work about?
It examines building information modelling and Revit in the context of technological change in the construction industry.
What are its central themes?
Themes include digital modelling, collaboration, interoperability, the development of construction technology, and social and economic considerations.
What is the work’s primary objective?
It explores how BIM and Revit are used in construction and how the technology relates to industry practices and wider social and economic concerns.
What approach does the author use?
The author presents a descriptive discussion drawing on published research, industry sources and examples.
What does the main discussion cover?
It describes BIM and Revit, their development, the rationale for construction technology, and their social and economic context.
Which keywords characterise the work?
Key terms include building information modelling, Revit, Autodesk, interoperability, project collaboration and sustainable construction.
How does the work describe Revit?
It describes Revit as a BIM program for integrated modelling, project collaboration and the management of building information.
How is the UK BIM Protocol discussed?
The economic section describes the Construction Industry Council’s BIM Protocol and its relationship to the UK Government’s BIM strategy.
- Quote paper
- Jimmy Nebrida (Author), 2022, Building Information Modelling(BIM). A review of new technology in Construction Industry, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/1167795
