Title :
Research on Work Flow Optimization and Visualization System
Author :
Lu, Weizhuo ; Wang, Yaowu ; Yao, Bing
Author_Institution :
Harbin Inst. of Technol., Harbin
Abstract :
Employing genetic algorithms and 4D-CAD technology, this paper implements work flow optimization and visualization system utilizing extensible Markup Language (XML) for date exchange standard. Optimization module solves time-cost trade off problem using multi-objective genetic algorithms with logic relationships, availability of work flow and work flow continuity constraint; Visualization module employing 4D-CAD technology makes the construction managers understand work flow conditions and correspondingly time-space conflicts. Application instance shows the developed model effectively ensures work flow continuity and enhances the feasibility of schedule.
Keywords :
XML; architectural CAD; data visualisation; genetic algorithms; project management; scheduling; workflow management software; 4D-CAD technology; Extensible Markup Language; XML; construction project management; construction schedule; date exchange standard; logic relationship; multiobjective genetic algorithm; time-cost trade off problem; visualization system; work flow continuity constraint; work flow optimization module; Constraint optimization; Dynamic programming; Genetic algorithms; Job shop scheduling; Logic; Modular construction; Processor scheduling; Technology management; Visualization; XML; 4D-CAD; Genetic algorithms; lean construction; schedule; work flow;
Conference_Titel :
Automation and Logistics, 2007 IEEE International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Jinan
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-1531-1
DOI :
10.1109/ICAL.2007.4338676
