Advanced Construction Technology System (ACTS)

Publication No

SD-84

Type

Academic Document

Publication Date

Dec 01, 1992

Pages

375

Research Team

RT-016

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Abstract

The expedient introduction of emerging construction technologies into practice is one of the most effective methods for improving product quality, decreasing costs, and improving the effectiveness of the construction industry. In spite of recent advan

Key Findings

SD-84, Advanced Construction Technology System (ACTS)

The long-term objective is to establish ACTS as an ongoing information service to the US construction industry that will help contractors, designers, and owners identify and use emerging technologies to improve construction efficiency and effectiveness. ACTS is a computerized database for the classification, documentation, storage and retrieval of information about emerging construction technologies. (Note: This tool has been archived) (SD-84)

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Knowledge Area

Construction Execution, Construction Technology, Design Planning & Optimization

Project Phase

Feasibility, Detailed Design (Engineering), Construction

Project Function

Project Business Sponsor, Project Management, Architects & Engineering, Construction, Health, Safety & Environmental, Risk Management, Quality Management, External Stakeholders

Industry Group

Light Industrial, Heavy Industrial, Buildings, Infrastructure

Research Topic

Advanced Technological Systems

Keywords

Automation Feasibility, Cost-Concern Matrix, Needs Assessment Process, Individual Tasks, Advanced Construction Technology System, graphical simulation in construction, automated construction devices, rt16