Given the increasingly notable segmentation of underground space by existing subway tunnels, it is dif- ficult to effectively and adequately develop and utilize underground space in busy parts of a city. This study pr...Given the increasingly notable segmentation of underground space by existing subway tunnels, it is dif- ficult to effectively and adequately develop and utilize underground space in busy parts of a city. This study presents a combined construction technology that has been developed for use in underground spaces; it includes a deformation buffer layer, a special grouting technique, jump excavation by compart- ment, back-pressure portal frame technology, a reinforcement technique, and the technology of a steel portioning drum or plate. These technologies have been successfully used in practical engineering. The combined construction technology presented in this paper provides a new method of solving key techni- cal problems in underground spaces in effectively used cross-subway tunnels. As this technology has achieved significant economic and social benefits, it has valuable future applications.展开更多
The new mode for managing construction projects with information technology(IT)has attracted worldwide attention because it can help managers and workers perform tasks and bring potential benefits,such as high-quality...The new mode for managing construction projects with information technology(IT)has attracted worldwide attention because it can help managers and workers perform tasks and bring potential benefits,such as high-quality products and accident-free production,effectively.However,the application of IT in site have not achieved expected results because it is faced with many constraints caused by internal factors from enterprises and projects and external factors from the government and environment.Although many relevant studies have discussed the constraints of implementing different IT and devices in the construction industry or site,few articles have specifically focused on identifying and analyzing the indicator system.In this work,we took China as the background,scientifically identified 23 influential factors that affect the implementation of IT in construction management through literature review and expert interviews.Subsequently,questionnaires were issued,and Delphi method was used to obtain empirical data that aimed at four different management fields.Then,an efficient and convenient method called DEMATEL was used to deal with these data.Afterward,the factors were divided into four categories,namely,core,diving,independent,and impact factors.Finally,the similarities and differences of the analysis results from the four fields were compared,and the key factors were identified.Results show that the cross-domain talent ability,concept and value cognition,and organization structure are core factors in all management fields that should be managed first along with the IT innovation ability in the enterprise.The formulation of technical standards and related device and training input are also critical in specific fields.Strategic planning plays a role in macro control and promotion.Data management and application,platform construction,solution,and collaboration have direct impacts on information management.The research results provide suggestions not only for the government to formulate effective policies for IT application and promotion in construction industry,but also for enterprises to take measures in improving management efficiency in the construction site and realizing its substantial benefits.展开更多
The assessment of the Project Management Maturity (PMM) level shows the company how good it is at managing projects. This measurement can be performed in different domains of expertise. In the article, the issue of ...The assessment of the Project Management Maturity (PMM) level shows the company how good it is at managing projects. This measurement can be performed in different domains of expertise. In the article, the issue of PMM in the human resources (HR) area is examined. The discussion is based on a world-wide empirical research project conducted in more than 400 companies. The study was mostly focused on the machinery industry as there is a dearth of research on project management topics in this branch of the economy. Therefore, by investigating the PMM level in the HR area, a picture of the state of project management in the machinery industry will be created. For the purposes of comparison, a study was conducted on the construction (CONS) and information technology (IT) industries which, in contradistinction, are very well recognized in the scientific literature related to project management issues. This approach will help to better contextualize and understand the results from the machinery industry. The PMM level measurement was done using the author's model which assesses maturity on a scale of one to five, where one is the lowest and five, the highest level of maturity. The results of the study revealed that there were differences among the industries in PMM levels and between Polish and foreign companies.展开更多
With the accelerating pace of urbanization,the development and application of urban underground space has attracted much attention.In the construction of urban underground space,geotechnical engineering safety is the ...With the accelerating pace of urbanization,the development and application of urban underground space has attracted much attention.In the construction of urban underground space,geotechnical engineering safety is the key point for construction.Based on this,this paper analyzes the application of geotechnical engineering safety technology in urban underground space construction,in hope that this analysis can provide a scientific reference for the rational application of geotechnical engineering safety technology as well as the construction and development of urban underground space.展开更多
Currently,there is a worldwide trend towards reducing emissions into the environment generated by human activities.Pollutant emissions into the atmosphere are a major measure of the impact on environment.The construct...Currently,there is a worldwide trend towards reducing emissions into the environment generated by human activities.Pollutant emissions into the atmosphere are a major measure of the impact on environment.The construction indus-try is a major producer of such emissions due in part to the magnitude of operations and the vast array of equipment.Increased urbanization has resulted in a need for the installation of an expanded underground network of infrastruc-ture that includes gas,water,wastewater,pipelines,power,and communications systems.Today,engineers are faced with engaging the construction option that not only provides the best cost advantage,but also considers environmental sensitivities to create the most sustainable solution.Reduction of pollutants such as carbon dioxide(CO_(2)),carbon monoxide(CO),nitrogen oxide(NO_(X)),total organic compounds(TOC),and sulfur oxide(SO_(X))have been identified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as critical to sustainable development.This paper describes an approach for quantifying airborne emissions that is demonstrated through a comparison of two construction methods for installing a wastewater line.It was discovered that the option involving a traditional open cut method resulted in an overall average of about 80%greater emissions compared to trenchless pipe replacement.Thefindings of this paper should assist the utility construction industry in technology selection to minimize environmental impacts.展开更多
With the rapid development of China's urban construction, the acceleration of urbanization and the rapid expansion of population, the effective development and utilization of urban underground space have attracted...With the rapid development of China's urban construction, the acceleration of urbanization and the rapid expansion of population, the effective development and utilization of urban underground space have attracted great attention. Therefore, it is inevitable to study the comprehensive technology of deep underground engineering, and the research results will play an important guiding role in the design and construction of middle and shallow space of underground engineering in the future. This paper analyzes several common construction techniques and methods in the current construction process of urban underground engineering, summarizes the main construction methods of underground engineering, forecasts the development of urban underground engineering construction, and analyzes the safety risks of urban underground engineering construction.展开更多
文摘Given the increasingly notable segmentation of underground space by existing subway tunnels, it is dif- ficult to effectively and adequately develop and utilize underground space in busy parts of a city. This study presents a combined construction technology that has been developed for use in underground spaces; it includes a deformation buffer layer, a special grouting technique, jump excavation by compart- ment, back-pressure portal frame technology, a reinforcement technique, and the technology of a steel portioning drum or plate. These technologies have been successfully used in practical engineering. The combined construction technology presented in this paper provides a new method of solving key techni- cal problems in underground spaces in effectively used cross-subway tunnels. As this technology has achieved significant economic and social benefits, it has valuable future applications.
文摘The new mode for managing construction projects with information technology(IT)has attracted worldwide attention because it can help managers and workers perform tasks and bring potential benefits,such as high-quality products and accident-free production,effectively.However,the application of IT in site have not achieved expected results because it is faced with many constraints caused by internal factors from enterprises and projects and external factors from the government and environment.Although many relevant studies have discussed the constraints of implementing different IT and devices in the construction industry or site,few articles have specifically focused on identifying and analyzing the indicator system.In this work,we took China as the background,scientifically identified 23 influential factors that affect the implementation of IT in construction management through literature review and expert interviews.Subsequently,questionnaires were issued,and Delphi method was used to obtain empirical data that aimed at four different management fields.Then,an efficient and convenient method called DEMATEL was used to deal with these data.Afterward,the factors were divided into four categories,namely,core,diving,independent,and impact factors.Finally,the similarities and differences of the analysis results from the four fields were compared,and the key factors were identified.Results show that the cross-domain talent ability,concept and value cognition,and organization structure are core factors in all management fields that should be managed first along with the IT innovation ability in the enterprise.The formulation of technical standards and related device and training input are also critical in specific fields.Strategic planning plays a role in macro control and promotion.Data management and application,platform construction,solution,and collaboration have direct impacts on information management.The research results provide suggestions not only for the government to formulate effective policies for IT application and promotion in construction industry,but also for enterprises to take measures in improving management efficiency in the construction site and realizing its substantial benefits.
文摘The assessment of the Project Management Maturity (PMM) level shows the company how good it is at managing projects. This measurement can be performed in different domains of expertise. In the article, the issue of PMM in the human resources (HR) area is examined. The discussion is based on a world-wide empirical research project conducted in more than 400 companies. The study was mostly focused on the machinery industry as there is a dearth of research on project management topics in this branch of the economy. Therefore, by investigating the PMM level in the HR area, a picture of the state of project management in the machinery industry will be created. For the purposes of comparison, a study was conducted on the construction (CONS) and information technology (IT) industries which, in contradistinction, are very well recognized in the scientific literature related to project management issues. This approach will help to better contextualize and understand the results from the machinery industry. The PMM level measurement was done using the author's model which assesses maturity on a scale of one to five, where one is the lowest and five, the highest level of maturity. The results of the study revealed that there were differences among the industries in PMM levels and between Polish and foreign companies.
文摘With the accelerating pace of urbanization,the development and application of urban underground space has attracted much attention.In the construction of urban underground space,geotechnical engineering safety is the key point for construction.Based on this,this paper analyzes the application of geotechnical engineering safety technology in urban underground space construction,in hope that this analysis can provide a scientific reference for the rational application of geotechnical engineering safety technology as well as the construction and development of urban underground space.
文摘Currently,there is a worldwide trend towards reducing emissions into the environment generated by human activities.Pollutant emissions into the atmosphere are a major measure of the impact on environment.The construction indus-try is a major producer of such emissions due in part to the magnitude of operations and the vast array of equipment.Increased urbanization has resulted in a need for the installation of an expanded underground network of infrastruc-ture that includes gas,water,wastewater,pipelines,power,and communications systems.Today,engineers are faced with engaging the construction option that not only provides the best cost advantage,but also considers environmental sensitivities to create the most sustainable solution.Reduction of pollutants such as carbon dioxide(CO_(2)),carbon monoxide(CO),nitrogen oxide(NO_(X)),total organic compounds(TOC),and sulfur oxide(SO_(X))have been identified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as critical to sustainable development.This paper describes an approach for quantifying airborne emissions that is demonstrated through a comparison of two construction methods for installing a wastewater line.It was discovered that the option involving a traditional open cut method resulted in an overall average of about 80%greater emissions compared to trenchless pipe replacement.Thefindings of this paper should assist the utility construction industry in technology selection to minimize environmental impacts.
文摘With the rapid development of China's urban construction, the acceleration of urbanization and the rapid expansion of population, the effective development and utilization of urban underground space have attracted great attention. Therefore, it is inevitable to study the comprehensive technology of deep underground engineering, and the research results will play an important guiding role in the design and construction of middle and shallow space of underground engineering in the future. This paper analyzes several common construction techniques and methods in the current construction process of urban underground engineering, summarizes the main construction methods of underground engineering, forecasts the development of urban underground engineering construction, and analyzes the safety risks of urban underground engineering construction.