Building Information Modelling (BIM) Software Interoperability: A Review of the Construction Sector (original) (raw)
2015
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Abstract
Yousefzadeh, S., Spillane, J. P., Lamont, L., McFadden, J., & Lim, J. (2015). Building Information Modelling (BIM) Software Interoperability: A Review of the Construction Sector. In A. B. Raiden, & E. Aboagye-Nimo (Eds.), Proceedings of the 31st Annual ARCOM Conference (pp. 711-720). ARCOM. http://www.arcom.ac.uk/abstractsresults.php?title=Building%20Information%20Modelling%20(BIM)%20&author=&keyword=&p=8514#8514
Key takeaways
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- Software interoperability is a major barrier to BIM adoption in the construction sector.
- The U.S. construction industry lost $15.8 billion due to software interoperability issues in 2002.
- IFC files facilitate BIM data exchange, but limit accuracy compared to direct links.
- Direct links between software provide more accurate data transfer but are not cross-compatible.
- The paper aims to identify solutions for improving BIM interoperability in construction.
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FAQs
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What are the economic impacts of interoperability issues in BIM software?add
Interoperability problems within the construction sector reportedly cost the U.S. approximately $15.8 billion in 2002, equating to £10 billion in the UK.
How do IFC files compare to direct links in BIM data transfer accuracy?add
The paper finds that direct links yield more accurate data transfers between Autodesk Revit and other software than IFC files, due to their specific design for limited platforms.
What characteristics define effective interoperability within the BIM framework?add
Effective BIM interoperability is determined by seamless data sharing capabilities among various software, critical for meeting level 2 BIM standards as mandated by UK government.
What is the role of Industry Foundation Classes (IFCs) in mitigating interoperability?add
IFCs serve as the open standard for data sharing in BIM, though they face limitations as they do not store all the data necessary for complex processes.
Which software platforms were analyzed for interoperability in the study?add
The research assessed interoperability between Autodesk Revit and two Finite Elements Analysis software tools: Nemetschek Scia Engineer and MasterSeries, using two specific case studies.
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