Article
Construction & Building Technology
Becky P. Y. Loo, Rosana W. M. Wong
Summary: Construction is a major source of carbon emissions and faces sustainability challenges. Smart construction with technology adoption is important. This paper examines the application of technology in modular integrated construction (MiC) and proposes a four-stage approach towards smart construction. The approach includes the use of BIM, RFID, and blockchain in production, extending the digital platform for information sharing and real-time monitoring, focusing on worker safety and well-being, and establishing a centralized smart command theatre.
Article
Business
Joseph Amankwah-Amoah
Summary: This study fills the research gap of a lack of integrated framework between business failure and eco-innovation, proposing a conceptual framework that explains how businesses can use peer companies' failures to promote eco-innovation. By examining failure as a catalyst for learning and exploring the mechanisms, organizations can enhance their environmental innovation efforts and competitiveness.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Adriana Machado Ribeiro, Amilcar Arantes, Carlos Oliveira Cruz
Summary: Modular construction is an advanced method of off-site construction that completes the majority of work in a controlled environment before transportation and installation. While modular construction has been widely adopted globally, its adoption rates remain low in smaller construction markets. This study explores the main barriers to the adoption of modular construction in Portugal and compares them with the North American and Asian markets. The research identifies low levels of R&D, a lack of accredited organizations to certify component quality, and the industry's resistance to innovation as the main barriers in Portugal.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Pan Zhang, Haitao Wu, Heng Li, Botao Zhong, Ivan W. H. Fung, Yiu Yin Raymond Lee
Summary: Efficient information sharing is crucial for the success of Modular integrated Construction (MiC) projects. Blockchain provides powerful solutions to address information barriers and foster trust among MiC stakeholders. However, the construction industry lacks empirical evidence and is cautious about adopting this disruptive technology. This study uses game theory to examine stakeholders' decision-making processes and identifies key factors influencing their decisions, such as diffusion rate value thresholds, benefits of blockchain adoption, government subsidies, and relevant costs. The study also suggests pilot projects and subsidy or incentive policies to enhance stakeholders' perceived values and promote blockchain adoption in MiC projects.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Management
Chenyi Chen, Ciwei Dong, Chi To Ng, Xiutian Shi
Summary: Modular integrated construction (MiC) and blockchain technology have significant impacts on construction supply chains. First-mover advantage exists in the traditional construction supply chain, while increasing the unit cost of construction for subcontractors can result in greater profits for all members of the supply chain. Introducing MiC should not be done if it significantly reduces collaboration efficiency. When it comes to adopting blockchain technology, its value in improving collaboration efficiency needs to meet a certain threshold in order to be beneficial.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSACTIONS IN OPERATIONAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Studies
Wenda Li, Tan Yigitcanlar, Isil Erol, Aaron Liu
Summary: Smart home technology has the potential to shape future living, but factors influencing households' adoption of these services are still understudied. Primary motivations for adoption include energy management and quality of life improvements, while main barriers involve security concerns and technology anxiety.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Younguk Choi, Chan Young Park, Changjun Lee, Sungmin Yun, Seung Heon Han
Summary: This study developed a conceptual cost estimation framework for industrial modular projects by converting stick-built project information. It identified and quantified the factors influencing the differences in cost between the modularization and stick-built versions. The framework is expected to support decision making, budgeting, and project viability.
JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Avinash Alagumalai, Caiyan Qin, K. E. K. Vimal, Evgeny Solomin, Liu Yang, Ping Zhang, Todd Otanicar, Alibakhsh Kasaeian, Ali J. Chamkha, Mohmammad Mehdi Rashidi, Somchai Wongwises, Ho Seon Ahn, Zhao Lei, Tabassom Saboori, Omid Mahian
Summary: Despite significant efforts in the field of nanofluids over the past two decades, their widespread commercial application has been hindered by various controllable and uncontrollable barriers. Long-term stability issue is identified as the main driver in the effective implementation of nanofluids at commercial scale. Research in this direction may help address the most influential barriers to nanofluid market uptake.
Article
Business
Suresh Malodia, Amandeep Dhir, Mahima Mishra, Zeeshan Ahmed Bhatti
Summary: The study introduces an integrated conceptual framework of e-government with customer orientation, channel orientation, and technology orientation as key factors for successful implementation. It identifies digital divide, economic growth, and political stability as moderators of e-government outcomes. The study emphasizes the importance of citizen orientation, channel orientation, and technology orientation for successful e-government projects.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Mahsa Malmir, Saman Javadi, Ali Moridi, Timothy Randhir, Masoud Saatsaz
Summary: By combining DPSIR and GOF frameworks, this study conducted a comprehensive assessment of the Najafabad aquifer system in Iran, proposing scenarios to improve the aquifer's state and using technical and economic indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of management strategies. The study found that reducing groundwater exploitation and cultivated area can effectively maintain aquifer balance over the simulation period.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yishuo Jiang, Xinlai Liu, Kai Kang, Zicheng Wang, Ray Y. Zhong, George Q. Huang
Summary: Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) is an innovative solution to address housing demands in megacities, offering cost-effectiveness and sustainability. However, stakeholders in MiC projects face challenges in information sharing. Blockchain technology provides unified standards and protocols for decentralized information sharing, aiming to tackle information fragmentation and discontinuity in MiC projects.
COMPUTERS IN INDUSTRY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jiwoong Shin, Sungwoo Moon, Bong-ho Cho, Sungjoo Hwang, Byungjoo Choi
Summary: This study aims to investigate the mechanisms of modular construction adoption using a technology acceptance model to overcome the limitations of previous research. The results show that outcome expectation, institutional barrier, and private interests affect attitude and behavioral intention, with perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use acting as mediating variables. Private interests have the greatest impact on technology adoption, while institutional barrier has a negative impact on perceived usefulness and attitude, indicating the need for improvements in public policies relating to modular construction use.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Finn Guenther Feldmann, Hendrik Birkel, Evi Hartmann
Summary: Modular construction is a feasible solution to improve productivity, reduce building times, and address environmental burdens in the construction industry. However, widespread adoption is hindered by various interconnected barriers. This study examines the interconnections of these barriers from a developer's perspective and identifies the most critical factors for promoting modular construction.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Huiwen Wang, Liang Liao, Wen Yi, Lu Zhen
Summary: This paper presents an innovative integer programming model for modular integrated construction (MiC) transport scheduling, aiming to minimize transportation costs. A case study based on Hong Kong data validates the effectiveness of the proposed model, showing significant cost reduction and providing useful managerial implications for on-site MiC storage areas.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ibrahim Abdusalam Abubaker Alsibhawi, Jamaiah Binti Yahaya, Hazura Binti Mohamed
Summary: This study proposes a conceptual framework to identify the potential factors that influence the adoption of business intelligence systems in the SME industry in Libya. The framework is based on the technology acceptance model (TAM) and the unified theory of adopting and using technology (UTAUT). It recommends considering factors such as change management, knowledge sharing, information quality, IT project management, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of adoption.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Management
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
JOURNAL OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
Summary: This study investigated the critical success determinants of effective supply chain management (SCM) in modular integrated construction (MiC) projects. The findings revealed that design for SCM, effective communication and information sharing, organizational readiness and familiarity with MiC, seamless integration and coordination of supply chain, early involvement of critical supply chain stakeholders, and extensive supply chain planning are the top five critical success determinants. The study contributes to a better understanding of how to manage the MiC project supply chain effectively.
SMART AND SUSTAINABLE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Maxwell Fordjour Antwi-Afari
Summary: This paper conducts a knowledge-based evaluation and ranking of design risk factors (DRFs) for MiC projects. By reviewing relevant literature, identifying potential DRFs, and collecting data from international MiC experts, the paper identifies the five most significant DRFs and explores the dynamic linkages among them. The findings provide valuable insights for MiC practitioners and researchers and emphasize the need for a system-thinking approach in MiC project design.
CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION-ENGLAND
(2023)
Review
Management
Robert Osei-Kyei, Xiaohua Jin, Chukwuma Nnaji, Isaac Akomea-Frimpong, Ibrahim Y. Wuni
Summary: This paper reviews the trend of research studies on risk management in public-private partnerships (PPP). The review outcomes show that research on PPP risk management has generally increased over the last decades, with a significant increase in publications in 2005. The majority of the PPP risk management studies have focused on only four key areas of the conventional risk management framework process, while other areas have not been properly explored. This study contributes to PPP knowledge by providing a general overview of risk management in PPP and creating a solid platform for future research efforts.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Xiao Li, Jianhuan Zeng, Chen Chen, Hung-lin Chi, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
Summary: This study introduces a decentralized deep learning approach (SWPL) to monitor the fatigue of construction equipment operators in order to ensure occupational health and safety. The results demonstrate that SWPL outperforms individual work packages in a decentralized network.
COMPUTER-AIDED CIVIL AND INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
Sitsofe Kwame Yevu, Emmanuel Kingsford Owusu, Albert P. C. Chan, Kwadwo Oti-Sarpong, Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Mershack Opoku Tetteh
Summary: This study explores the integration of BIM and prefabrication in low-carbon building delivery through a systematic review. It reveals six typologies of integrating BIM and prefabrication and explores low-carbon attributes in building delivery. Research gaps are identified and future research directions are provided.
BUILDING RESEARCH AND INFORMATION
(2023)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
Qidan Hu, Jin Xue, Rongsheng Liu, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Feng Xiong
Summary: Green building policies are crucial for promoting green building, and this study analyzes the historical development of green building governance in China to identify solutions for future policy development. The study reviews and analyzes a total of 254 central and 1175 local policies from 2004 to 2021, highlighting the guiding role of the central government and the improvement of local policies in response to central initiatives. China has set ambitious targets, achieved progress, and established a carrot-and-stick system in green building governance. The study suggests focusing on economic inequality, regional cooperation, legal and regulatory systems, policy innovation based on regional heterogeneity, information disclosure mechanism, and market-oriented green finance system for further development of green building policies. This study provides a valuable reference for improving policies to promote green building globally.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Studies
Barikisa Owusu Ansah, Winrich Voss, Kwabena Obeng Asiama, Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni
Summary: Land administration systems have adopted innovative technologies, including blockchain, to revolutionize the recording of land and property rights. However, early adopters have faced challenges and some pilot cases have failed. This study identifies and analyzes institutional success factors for adopting blockchain-based land administration. By reviewing 37 studies, 18 critical institutional factors were extracted and categorized into regulatory, organizational, and cultural dimensions. The study concludes that understanding these factors is vital for enhancing the adoption of blockchain-based land projects.
Review
Development Studies
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni
Summary: The transition to a circular economy in the construction industry provides great opportunities, but implementing circular economy principles in construction projects has been challenging. A study systematically reviewed the critical success factors for circular construction projects and identified 30 vital factors through Pareto analysis.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Khwaja Mateen Mazher
Summary: The study aims to present a knowledge-based decision support system (KB-DSS) for assessing the suitability of the MiC method for construction projects. The study identified 21 significant suitability decision-making factors and developed a tool with a knowledge base, DSS, and user interface to compute the MiC suitability score and generate recommendations.
CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION-ENGLAND
(2023)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni
Summary: Circular economy is gaining popularity in the construction industry as a responsible business model to reduce the consumption of limited resources. This study conducted a systematic literature review to identify the factors driving the adoption of circular economy solutions in construction organizations and stakeholders. The analysis revealed 88 drivers categorized into eight dimensions. The findings provide insights into the factors influencing the adoption of circular economy in the construction industry and can support the development of integrated policies for a successful transition.
BUILDING RESEARCH AND INFORMATION
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ping He, Jin Xue, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Meng Ni, Shengwei Wang, Han Wang, Lijie Huang
Summary: Under the context of climate change, there is a call for a paradigm shift towards environmentally sensitive urban design. This study examines the impact of neighborhood layout heterogeneity on carbon emissions, considering five indicators and different renewable energy application ratios. Through multiple linear regression analysis, it is found that building density and shape heterogeneity significantly influence neighborhood carbon emissions. The heterogeneity of building height hinders carbon reduction efforts, while the heterogeneity of building shape improves carbon reduction through facade solar energy collection. However, there is a trade-off in decision-making when designing low-carbon neighborhoods due to the opposite effects of layout heterogeneity on solar energy collection and building energy consumption.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Zhikang Bao, Sitsofe Kwame Yevu, Mershack Opoku Tetteh
Summary: This paper conducts a systematic literature review to identify and categorize critical risk factors in green building projects. It identifies 96 risk factors and develops nine different taxonomies of risks. The study also develops a hierarchical structural model to explain the interrelationships between these risks. It provides a comprehensive reference framework for researchers and practitioners and offers insights for resource allocation and managerial practices in green building projects.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jason Xin Zhou, Lijie Huang, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Hengqin Wu, Lizi Luo
Summary: This study applies social network analysis to identify and analyze the productivity performance risks and their interactions among stakeholders in an MiC project in Hong Kong. The findings reveal that inadequate project planning and scheduling have the greatest influence on collaborative decision-making support.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Zhenzong Zhou, Geoffrey Shen, Jin Xue, Chengshuang Sun, Yongyue Liu, Weiyi Cong, Tao Yu, Yaowu Wang
Summary: This study aims to understand the formation of citizens' purchase intention towards prefabricated housing (PH) by integrating the theory of planned behavior (TPB) and norm activation model (NAM). The findings reveal that citizens' purchase intention is influenced by egoistic and altruistic cognitions. Showing citizens the pro-environmental features of PH can effectively promote its adoption. Additionally, consumers' social fitness plays a crucial role in decision-making, highlighting the dual contradiction in the PH market.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lars odegaard Bentsen, Narada Dilp Warakagoda, Roy Stenbro, Paal Engelstad
Summary: This study investigates uncertainty modeling in wind power forecasting using different parametric and non-parametric methods. Johnson's SU distribution is found to outperform Gaussian distributions in predicting wind power. This research contributes to the literature by introducing Johnson's SU distribution as a candidate for probabilistic wind forecasting.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2024)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xing Liu, Qiuchen Wang, Yunhao Wen, Long Li, Xinfang Zhang, Yi Wang
Summary: This study analyzes the characteristics of process parameters in three lean gas ethane recovery processes and establishes a prediction and multiobjective optimization model for ethane recovery and system energy consumption. A new method for comparing ethane recovery processes for lean gas is proposed, and the addition of extra coolers improves the ethane recovery. The support vector regression model based on grey wolf optimization demonstrates the highest prediction accuracy, and the multiobjective multiverse optimization algorithm shows the best optimization performance and diversity in the solutions.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2024)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Cairong Song, Haidong Yang, Xian-Bing Meng, Pan Yang, Jianyang Cai, Hao Bao, Kangkang Xu
Summary: The paper proposes a novel deep learning-based prediction framework, aTCN-LSTM, for accurate cooling load predictions. The framework utilizes a gate-controlled multi-head temporal convolutional network and a sparse probabilistic self-attention mechanism with a bidirectional long short-term memory network to capture both temporal and long-term dependencies in the cooling load sequences. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness and superiority of the proposed method, which can serve as an effective guide for HVAC chiller scheduling and demand management initiatives.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2024)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhe Chen, Xiaojing Li, Xianli Xia, Jizhou Zhang
Summary: This study uses survey data from the Loess Plateau in China to evaluate the impact of social interaction on the adoption of soil and water conservation (SWC) technology by farmers. The study finds that social interaction increases the likelihood of farmers adopting SWC, and internet use moderates this effect. The positive impact of social interaction on SWC adoption is more pronounced for farmers in larger villages and those who join cooperative societies.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2024)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chenghua Zhang, Yunfei Yan, Kaiming Shen, Zongguo Xue, Jingxiang You, Yonghong Wu, Ziqiang He
Summary: This paper reports a novel method that significantly improves combustion performance, including heat transfer enhancement under steady-state conditions and adaptive stable flame regulation under velocity sudden increase.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2024)