A Framework for Assembling Asset Information Models (AIMs) through Permissioned Blockchain

Azzam Raslan, Georgios Kapogiannis, Ali Cheshmehzangi, Walid Tizani, Dave Towey

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Abstract

There is a lack of accurate and valid data provision during the construction project lifecycle, and throughout the in-use phase of building assets. Construction needs to adopt a new technology to support building assets. Due to the current limitation of construction technology, Blockchain can be considered a new revolution within the most advanced construction applications. This paper proposes a framework for assembling Asset Information Models (AIMs) through private Blockchain to allow the owners, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to upload and visualise the data anywhere at any time throughout the lifecycle of the building to support project owners in making decisions. This paper introduces a conceptual framework through the processes of data analysis between the construction stages. The framework will improve current management efficiency in many ways such as: model upload/download, lack of data, partial model exchange, clash detection, conflict resolution, multiple data model formats, and data security. This helps project owners and maintenance teams to enhance their decision-making processes and improve the trust between stakeholders.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 2020 IEEE 44th Annual Computers, Software, and Applications Conference, COMPSAC 2020
EditorsW. K. Chan, Bill Claycomb, Hiroki Takakura, Ji-Jiang Yang, Yuuichi Teranishi, Dave Towey, Sergio Segura, Hossain Shahriar, Sorel Reisman, Sheikh Iqbal Ahamed
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages529-534
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781728173030
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2020
Event44th IEEE Annual Computers, Software, and Applications Conference, COMPSAC 2020 - Virtual, Madrid, Spain
Duration: 13 Jul 202017 Jul 2020

Publication series

NameProceedings - 2020 IEEE 44th Annual Computers, Software, and Applications Conference, COMPSAC 2020

Conference

Conference44th IEEE Annual Computers, Software, and Applications Conference, COMPSAC 2020
Country/TerritorySpain
CityVirtual, Madrid
Period13/07/2017/07/20

Keywords

  • AIM, Blockchain
  • BIM
  • construction industry
  • smart contracts

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Hardware and Architecture
  • Software
  • Education

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