Improving the robustness of model exchanges using product modeling "Concepts" for IFC schema

Manu Venugopal, Charles Eastman, Rafael Sacks, Jochen Teizer

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Abstract

Empirical approaches to define Model View Definitions (MVD) for exchange specifications exist and are expensive to build, test, and maintain. This paper presents the novel idea of developing modular and reusable MVDs from IFC Product Modeling Concepts. The need and application for defining model views in a more logical manner is illustrated with examples from current MVD development. A particular focus of this paper is on precast entities in a building system. Presented is a set of criteria to define fundamental semantic concepts articulated within the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) to improve the robustness of model exchanges.

Original languageEnglish
Pages611-618
Number of pages8
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011
Event2011 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering - Miami, FL, United States
Duration: 19 Jun 201122 Jun 2011

Conference

Conference2011 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMiami, FL
Period19/06/1122/06/11

Keywords

  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Industry Foundation Class (IFC).
  • Model View Definition (MVD)
  • Product/Process Modeling

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Computer Science Applications

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