New modular factory-built methodologies implemented in the construction and industrial
plant industries may bring down costs for modular reactors. A factory-built environment …

Modular prefabrication of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems has become
more prevalent during the last decade with the growth of the prefabricated construction …

The traditional design of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) air conditioning system relies heavily
on the expertise and experience of designers. Designers spend considerable time modifying …

Modular construction allows for a faster, safer, better controlled, and more productive
construction process, yielding quality results with low risk and controlled costs. However …

Fire alarm systems in metro stations play an important role in safeguarding lives and
properties. The design process for these systems is complex and time-consuming due to the …

In this paper, we present a generative design approach using constraint-based
programming to handle the duct routing for ceiling mounted fan coil systems in buildings …

There is a growing demand to design more energy efficient buildings. Incorporating
performance simulation in the design process to estimate how buildings behave could help …

Biannually since 1994, the European Conference on Product and Process Modelling in the
Building and Construction Industry has provided a review of research, given valuable future …

Although HVAC (Heating Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) layout design has transitioned
from 2D drawings to 3D BIM models, the traditional manual process of sizing and placing …

In this paper an object-based CAD programming is used to take advantage of
standardization to handle the schematic design, sizing and layout planning for ceiling …