Published in Refereed Journals:

  1. Akinci, B.; Pradhan, A.; Haas, C. T. (2011) "Formalisms for query capture and data source identification to support data fusion for construction productivity monitoring", Automation in Construction, Volume 20, Issue 4, July 2011, Pages 389-398.
  2. Leite, F.; Akcamete, A.; Akinci, B.; Atasoy, G.; Ergan, S. (2011);  "Analysis of modeling effort and impact of different levels of detail in building information model", Automation in Construction, vol. 20, 601–609.

3.    Tang, P. Huber D., Akinci, B.  (2011) ” Quantification of Edge Loss of Laser Scanned Data at Spatial Discontinuities.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering. Volume 25, Issue 1, pp. 31-42 (January/February 2011).

  1. Soibelman, L.; Sacks, R.; Akinci, B.; Dikmen, I.; Birgonul, T.; Eyb Poosh, M. (2011) "Preparing Civil Engineers for International Collaboration in Construction Management", Journal of Professional Issues In Engineering, vol. 137, page 141.
  2. Tang, P.; Huber, D.; Akinci, B.; Lipman, R.; Lytle, A. "Automatic Reconstruction of As-built Building Information Models from Laser-Scanned Point Clouds: A Review of Related Techniques", Automation in Construction, 19, pp. 829-843 (2010).
  3. Kiziltas-Ergan, S.; Akinci, B. "Automated generation of customized field data collection templates to support information needs of cost estimators", ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 24, pp. 129-139 (2010).
  4. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B. Gonzalez, C. (2010). “Comparison of experienced and novice cost estimator behaviors in information pull and push methods.” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 37(2), February 2010, pages 290-301.
  5. Bosche, F, Haas, C., Akinci, B.(2009)  “Performance of a New Approach for Automated Recognition of Project 3D CAD Model Objects in Site 3D Laser Scans.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering,  Vol. 23, no. 6, pg, 311-318.
  6. Pradhan, A., Ergen, E., Akinci, B. (2009) “Technological Assessment of Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Indoor Localization” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Vol. 23, No. 4, pages 230-238.
  7. Gordon, C., Akinci, B. Garrett, J. (2009) “Characterization and Search of Construction Inspection Plan Spaces Developed Using a Component-Based Planning Approach.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Volume 23, Issue 4, pp. 211-220.
  8. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B. (2009) “Contextual Information Requirements of Cost Estimators from Past Construction Projects.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management. Volume 135, Issue 9, pp. 841-852.
  9. Tang, P., Akinci, B., Huber, D. (2009) “Quantification of edge loss of laser scanned data at spatial discontinuities.” Automation in Construction,  Vol. 18, Issue 8, pg. 1070-1083. 
  10. Tantisevi, K. and Akinci, B. (2009) “Transformation of a 4D Product and Process Model to Generate Motion of Mobile Cranes.” Automation in Construction. Vol. 18, Issue 4, pg. 458-468.
  11. Wang, H., Akinci, B., Garrett, J., Reed, K., Nyberg, E. (2009) “Semi-Automated Model Matching using Version Difference.” Advanced Engineering Informatics,  Vol. 23, Issues 1, pg. 1-11.
  12. Wang, H., Akinci, B. Garrett, J, Reed, K. (2008) “Formalism for Applying Domain Constraints in Domain-Oriented Schema Matching.”  Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Vol. 22, Issue 3, pp. 170-180.
  13. Kiziltas, S.,  Akinci B., Ergen, E., Tang P. Gordon, C. (2008) “Technological Assessment and Process Implications of Field Data Capture Technologies for Construction and Facility/Infrastructure Management.” Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), Special Issue Sensors in Construction and Infrastructure Management, Vol. 14, pg. 134-154, http://www.itcon.org/2008/10
  14. Gordon, C., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. “A Formalism for construction Inspection Planning.” Automation in Construction, Vol. 17, Issue 6, August 2008, pg. 705-718
  15. Akinci, B., Karimi, H., Pradhan, A., Wu, C., Fichtl, G. (2008) “CAD and GIS Interoperability Through Semantic Web Services.” Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), Vol. 13, pg. 39-55, http://www.itcon.org/2008/3
  16. Ergen, E., and Akinci, B. (2008) “ Formalization of the Flow of Component-Related Information in Precast Concrete Supply Chains.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Vol. 134, Issue 2, pg. 112-121. 
  17. Tantisevi, K., Akinci, B. (2008) “Simulation-Based Identification of Possible Locations for Mobile Cranes on Construction Sites"  Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, vol. 22, no. 1, pg. 21-31.
  18. Ergen, E., Akinci, B. (2008) “Formalization of the Flow of Component-Related Information in Precast Concrete Supply Chains.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management vol. 134, no 2, pg. 112-122.
  19. Ergen, E., Akinci, B., Sacks, R. (2007) "Life-Cycle Data Management of Engineered-to-Order Components Using Radio Frequency Identification", Advanced Engineering Informatics, v.21, Issue 4, pp. 356-366.
  20. Boukamp,F., Akinci, B. (2007)“Automated Reasoning about Construction Specifications to Support Inspection and Quality Control.” Automation in Construction,  Vol. 17, Issue 1, pg. 90-106.
  21. Wang, H., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2007) “A Formalism for Detecting Version Differences in Data Models.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Vol. 21, No.5, pg. 321-330.
  22. Wu, X., Akinci, B., Davidson, C. (2007) “Modeling Gray Water Use in Residences.” Submitted to the Journal of Green Buildings. Vol. 2, No. 2.,  pg. 111-120.
  23. Ergen. E., Akinci, B. Sacks, R. (2007) “Tracking and Locating Components in a Precast Storage Yard Utilizing Radio Frequency Identification Technology and GPS.” Automation in Construction, Vol. 16, Issue 3, pg. 354-367.
  24. Tantisevi, K., Akinci, B. (2007) “Automated generation of workspace requirements of mobile crane operations to support conflict detection.” Vol. 16, Issue 3, pg. 262-276.
  25. Ergen, E., Akinci, B., East, B., Kirby, J. (2007) “Tracking Components and Maintenance History Within a Facility Utilizing Radio Frequency Identification Technology.”  Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering. Volume 21, Issue 1, pg. 11-20.
  26. Gordon, C., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2007) “Formalism for construction inspection planning: requirements and process concept.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Volume 21, Issue 1, pg. 29-38.
  27. Burcu Akinci, Semiha Kiziltas, Esin Ergen, Itir Z. Karaesmen, Fuat Keceli. (2007) “Modeling and Analyzing the Impact of Technology on Data Capture and Transfer Processes at Construction Sites.” the Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Vol. 132, Issue 11, pages 1148-1157

31. Peachvanich, R., Karimi, H., Akinci, B., Boukamp, F.  (2006) “An Ontological Engineering Approach for Integrating CAD and GIS to Support Infrastructure Management” Advanced Engineering Informatics, Volume 20, Issue 1 , January 2006, Pages 71-88

32. Akinci, B., Boukamp, F., Gordon, C., Huber, D., Lyons, C., Park, K. (2006) “A Formalism for Utilization of Sensor Systems and Integrated Project Models for Active Construction Quality Control.” Automation in Construction, Volume 15, Issue 2, March 2006, Pages 124-138

  1. Song, J. Haas, C., Caldas, C., Ergen, E., Akinci, B. (2006) “Automating pipe spool tracking in the supply chain” Automation in Construction, Volume 15, Issue 2, March 2006, Pages 124-138

34. Reinhardt, J., Garrett, J., Akinci, B. (2005) “A framework for providing customized data representations for effective and efficient interaction with mobile computing solutions on construction sites.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Vol. 9, No. 2, pg. 109-118.

35. Reinhardt, J., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2004) “Navigational models for computer supported project management tasks on construction sites.”  Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Vol. 18, No. 4, 281-290.

36. Akinci, B., Hendrickson, C., and Karaesmen, I. (2003) “Exploiting Motor Vehicle Information and Communications Technology for Transportation Engineering”. Journal of Transportation Engineering, Vol. 129, 469.

37. Akinci, B., Fischer, M., Kunz, J., Levitt, R. (2002) “Representing Work Spaces Generically in Construction Method Models.”  Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Vol. 128, No. 4, 296-305.

38. Akinci, B., Fischer, M., Kunz, J. (2002) “Automated Generation of Work Spaces Required by Construction Activities.”  Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Vol. 128, No. 4, 306-315.

39. Akinci, B., Fischer, M., Levitt, R., Carlson, B. (2002)  “Formalization and Automation of Time-Space Conflict Analysis.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Vol 6. No. 2, 124-135. (Best paper award).

40. Froese, T., Fischer, M., Grobler, F., Riztenthaler, J., Yu, K., Sutherland, S., Staub, S., Akinci, B., Akbas, R., Koo, B. and Barron, A.(1999)  “Industry Foundation Classes for Project Management - First Light.” ITCON, Electronic Journal of Information Technology in Construction, Vol. 4, 17-36.

41. Akinci, Burcu and Fischer, Martin (1998). “Factors Affecting Contractors' Risk of Cost Overburden.” Journal of Management in Engineering, Vol. 14, No. 1, 67-77.

Accepted for Publication in Refereed Journals:

  1. Ergan, S.; Akinci, B. "An automated approach for developing integrated model-based project histories to support estimation of activity production rates", ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.

 

  1. Shahandashti, S.M.; Razavi, S.N.; Soibelman, L.; Berges, M. E.; Caldas, C. H.; Brilakis, I.; Teizer, J.; Haas, C.; Garrett, J. H.; Akinci, B.; Z. Zhu "Data Fusion Approaches and Applications for Construction Engineering", Journal of Construction Engineering and Management.

 

  1. Taneja, S.; Akinci, B.; Garrett, J. H.; Soibelman, L.; Berges, M. E.; Atasoy, G.; Liu, X.; Shahandashti, S.; Anil, E. B.; Ergan, E.; Pradhan, A.; Tang, P. "Sensing and field data capture for construction and facility operations", Journal of Construction Engineering and Management.

 

  1. Pradhan, A.; Akinci, B. "A Planning Based Approach for Fusing Data from Multiple Sources for Construction Productivity Monitoring", ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.

 

  1. Leite, F.; Akinci, B. "A Formalized Representation for Supporting Automated Vulnerability Assessment in Building Emergencies", ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.

 

  1. Tang, P.; Akinci, B. "Formalization of Workflows for Extracting Bridge Surveying Goals from Laser-Scanned Data", Automation in Construction.

Published in Refereed Conference Proceedings:

1.   Anil, E.; Akinci, B.; Huber, D. (2011) "Representation Requirements Of As-Is Building Information Models Generated From Laser Scanned Point Cloud Data", ISARC, International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction. Seoul, Korea, June 2011

2.   Adan, A.; Xiong, X.; Akinci, B.; Huber, D. (2011) "Automatic Creation Of Semantically Rich 3d Building Models From Laser Scanner Data", ISARC, International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction,. (Best Paper Award)

3.   Taneja, S.; Akcamete, A.; Akinci, B.; Garrett, J. H.; Soibelman, L.; East, B. "Cobie-Based Lightweight Representation Of The Building Navigation Network", ISARC, International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Seoul, Korea, 2011.

4.    Taneja, S.; Akinci, B.; Garrett, J. H.; East, E. W.; Soibelman, L. (2011) "Transforming an IFC-based Building Layout Information into a Geometric Network Model for Indoor Navigation Assistance", ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 2011, Miami, FL.

5.    Liu, X.; Akinci, B.; Garrett, J. H.; Berges, M. E. (2011) "Requirements for an Integrated Framework of Self-managing HVAC systems", ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 2011, Miami, FL.

6.    Tang, P.; Anil, E.; Akinci, B.; Huber, D. (2011) "Efficient and Effective Quality Assessment of As-Is Building Information Models and 3D Laser-Scanned Data", ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 2011, Miami, FL.

7.    Anil, E.; Tang, P.; Akinci, B.; Huber, D. (2011) "Assessment of Quality of As-is Building Information Models Generated from Point Clouds Using Deviation Analysis", SPIE Electronic Imaging (2011).

8.    Taneja, S.; Akinci, B.; Garrett, J. H.; East, E. W.; Soibelman, L. (2010)"Evaluation of Localization Algorithms for WLAN-based Tracking to Support Facility Management Field Activities", CIB W78, Applications of IT in the AEC Industry. (Best PhD Student Paper Award)

9.    Akinci, B.; Atasoy, G.; Tang, P.; Zhang, J. (2010) "Visualizing Laser Scanner Data for Bridge Inspection", ISARC, International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction.

10. Ergan, S.; Akinci, B. (2010) "Lessons learned from utilizing building information modeling for construction management tasks." Construction Research Congress, pp. 318-327.

11. Huber, D.; Okorn, B.; Akinci, B. "Toward Automated Modeling of Floor Plans", 3DVPT, International Symposium 3D Data Processing, Visualization and Transmission (2010).

12. Tang, P., Akinci, B., Huber, D. (2010) “Semi-Automated As-Built Modeling of Light Rail System Guide Beams.” Construction Research Congress, May 8-10, 2010, Banff, Canada.

13. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B. (2010) “Lessons Learned From Utilizing Building Information Modeling For Construction Management Tasks.” Construction Research Congress, May 8-10, 2010, Banff, Canada.

  1. Pradhan, A., Akinci, B. (2010) “An Approach for Fusing Data from Multiple Sources to Support Construction Productivity Monitoring.”  to appear in the Proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE'10), Nottingham, UK, June 30-July 2, 2010.
  2. Atasoy, G. and Akinci, B. (2010). “Evaluation of Toolkits for Visualizing Information about Performance of Earthwork Activities on a Construction Job Site.”  to appear in the Proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE'10), Nottingham, UK, June 30-July 2, 2010.
  3. Demir, S., J. Garrett, B. Akinci, M. Palmer (2010) "A Semantic Web-based Approach for Representing and Reasoning with Vocabulary for Computer-based Standards Processing," to appear in the Proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE'10), Nottingham, UK, June 30-July 2, 2010.
  4. Akcamete, A., B. Akinci, J. Garrett, Jr. (2010) "Opportunities for utilizing building information models (BIMs) for maintenance management," to appear in the Proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE'10), Nottingham, UK, June 30-July 2, 2010.
  5. Liu, Xuesong, B. Akinci, J. Garrett, Jr., O. Akin (2010)  "Requirements for a Computerized Approach to Plan Sensor Placement in HVAC Systems," to appear in the Proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE'10), Nottingham, UK, June 30-July 2, 2010.
  6. Taneja, S., A. Akcamete, B. Akinci, J. Garrett, Jr., L. Soibelman. (2010) "Analysis of three indoor localization technologies to support facility management field activities," to appear in the Proceedings of the 2010 International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (ICCCBE'10), Nottingham, UK, June 30-July 2, 2010.
  7. Atasoy, G., Tang, P. and Akinci, B. (2009) ‘A Comparative Case Study on the use of laser scanners for construction quality control and progress monitoring’, Proceedings of CIB-W78, October 1-3, 2009, Istanbul, Turkey.
  8. Lee, K. J., O. Akin, B. Akinci, J. H. Garrett, Jr., S. Bushby, "Ontology Development for Low-Energy Building Embedded Commissioning, in Proceedings of   International Conference for Evaluation of Building Operations (ICEBO '09), Nov. 17-18, 2009, Austin TX.
  9. Leite F., Akinci B.,  Garrett, J, Jr. (2009). “Identification of data items needed for automatic clash detection in MEP design coordination.” Construction Research Congress, April 5-7, 2009, Seattle.
  10. Tang, P. Akinci, B. (2009) “Extracting Surveying Goals from Point Clouds to Support Construction and Infrastructure Inspection.” Construction Research Congress, April 5-7, 2009, Seattle (one of the Best Paper Award Recipients).
  11. Pradhan, A., Akinci, B., Garrett J. Jr. (2009). “Development and Testing of RFID Assisted Inertial Measurement System for Indoor Localization.” 2009 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, Texas, U.S. - June 24-27, 2009.
  12. Liu, X., Akinci, B. (2009). “Requirements for Integration of Sensor Data with Building Information Models.” 2009 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, Texas, U.S. - June 24-27, 2009.
  13. Akcamete, A., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. Jr. (2009). “Motivation For Computational Support For Updating BIMs.” 2009 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, Texas, U.S. - June 24-27, 2009.
  14. Leite, F. Akinci, B., Garrett, J., Jr,. Akin, O. (2009). “Representation of Facility Contents and Threats for Supporting Identification of Vulnerabilities in Building Emergencies.” 2009 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, Texas, U.S. - June 24-27, 2009.
  15. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B. (2009). “An Analysis Of Usability Tests On General Contractors’ Data Interaction Patterns With Project Histories.” 2009 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, Texas, U.S. - June 24-27, 2009.
  16. Tang, P., Akinci, B., Huber, D. (2009). “ Characterization of Three Algorithms for Detecting Surface Flatness Defects from Dense Point Clouds.” SPIE 2009, January 2009, San Jose, CA.
  17. Leite, F., Akinci, B., Akin, O., Garrett, J.(2008) “Supporting the Decision-Making Process of First-Responders in Building Emergencies: The Need for a Vulnerability Representation.” EG-ICE 2008, Edinborough, UK.
  18. Tang, P. Akinci, B. (2008). “Automated Measurement Extraction from Laser Scanned Point Clouds to Support Bridge Inspection.” International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering, Symposium 2008, Helsinki, Finland.
  19. Quinones, P-A., Fussell, S. R., Soibelman, L. & Akinci, B. (2008). “Bridging the gap: Discovering mental models in globally collaborative contexts.” CHI 2008.
  20. Tang, P., Huber, D., and Akinci, B. (2007a). "A Comparative Analysis of Depth Discontinuity and Mixed Pixel Detection Algorithms." The 6th International Conference on 3-D Digital Imaging and Modeling, IEEE, Montréal, Québec, Canada.
  21. Tang, P., Akinci, B., and James H. Garrett, J. (2007b). "Laser Scanning for Bridge Inspection and Management." IABSE Symposium 2007, Weimar, Germany.
  22. Ergen, E. and Akinci, B. “Utilization of Radio-Frequency Identification Tags (RFID) for Transportation Infrastructure Management: Tracking Engineered-To-Order Elements and Materials throughout their Life-Cycles.” Transportation research board, January 19-25, 2007.
  23. Kiziltas, S., Pradhan, A., Akinci, B. (2007). ” Fusing data from multiple sources to support project management tasks.” International workshop on computing in civil Engineering, ASCE, July 24-27, 2007, Pittsburgh, USA. (selected for publication in the special issue within Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering).
  24. K. Yue, D. Huber, B. Akinci, R. Krishnamurti, “The ASDMCon project: The challenge of detecting defects on construction sites,” Proceedings of the Third International Symposium on 3D Data Processing, Visualization and Transmission (3DPVT ‘06), June, 2006.
  25. Akinci, B. Kiziltas, S., Pradhan, A. “Capturing and Representing Construction Project Histories for Estimating and Defect Detection.” 13th EG-ICE Workshop, Ascona, Switzerland.
  26. Stull, C., Earls, C., Akinci, B. “On The Strength and Stability of Slab on Steel I-Girder Bridge Systems Damaged by Truck Strikes.” NASCC The Steel Conference, AISC, San Antonio Texas, Feb 8-10, 2006.
  27. Wang, H., Akinci, B., and Garrett, J. “Feasibility and Fidelity of Data Exchange Through IFC For Building Commissioning.” ICEBO 2005, Pittsburgh, PA, October 11-13, 2005.
  28. Kiziltas, S. and Akinci, B. (2005) “The Need for Prompt Schedule Update By Utilizing Reality Capture Technologies: A Case Study.” Construction Research Congress, April 5-7, 2005, San Diego, CA.
  29. Gordon, C. and Akinci, B. (2005) “Technology and Process Assessment of LADAR and Embedded Sensing for Construction Quality Control.” Construction Research Congress, April 5-7, 2005, San Diego, CA.
  30. Akin, O., Turkaslan-Bulbul, T., Gursel, I., Garrett, J., Akinci, B., Wang, H. (2004) “Embedded Commissioning for Building Design.” ECPPM (European Conference on Product and Process Modeling in the Building Industry), 09/08-10/2004, Istanbul, Turkey.
  31. Song, J., Caldos, C., Ergen, E., Haas, C., Akinci, B.(2004) “Field Trials of RFID Technology for Tracking prefabricated pipe spools.” ISARC 2004, September 21-24, Jeju, Korea.
  32. Sacks, R., Akinci, B., Ergen, E. (2003) “3D Modeling and Real-Time Monitoring In Support of Lean Production of Engineered-To-Order Precast Concrete Buildings.” International Group for Lean Construction 2003, July, 2003, Virginia Tech, VA, http://www.strobos.ce.vt.edu/iglc11/PDF%20Files/32.pdf .
  33. Ergen, E., Akinci, B., Sacks, R. (2003) “Formalization and Automation of Effective Tracking and Locating of Precast Components in a Storage Yard.” EIA9: E-Activities and Intelligent Support in Design and the Built Environment, 9th EuropIA International Conference, October 2003, Istanbul, Turkey, pg. 31-37.
  34. Gordon, C., Boukamp, F., Huber, D., Latimer, E., Park, K., Akinci, B. “Combining Reality Capture Technologies for Construction Defect Detection: A Case Study.” EIA9: E-Activities and Intelligent Support in Design and the Built Environment, 9th EuropIA International Conference, October 2003, Istanbul, Turkey, pg. 99-108.
  35. Turkaslan-Bulbul, T., Akin, O., Garrett, J., and Akinci, B. (2003)“Overview of Design Evaluation towards a Comprehensive Computational Approach.” EIA9: E-Activities and Intelligent Support in Design and the Built Environment, 9th EuropIA International Conference, October 2003, Istanbul, Turkey,  pg. 203-211.
  36. Akin, O., Turkaslan-Bulbul, T., Brown, S., Kim, E., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2003) “Comparison of ASHRAE Guidelines with Building Commissioning Practice.” National Conference on Building Commissioning, May 8-10, 2003, California.
  37. Akinci, B., Tantisevi, K., Ergen, E. (2003) “Assessment of the Capabilities of a Commercial 4D CAD System to Visualize Equipment Space Requirements on Construction Sites.” 2003 Construction Research Congress, March 19-21, 2003, Honolulu, Hawaii.
  38. Akinci, B., Garrett, J., Patton, M. (2002) “A Vision for Active Project Control using Advanced Sensors and Integrated Project Models.” Specialty Conference on Fully Integrated and Automated Project Processes, January 23-25, 2002, Virginia Tech, ASCE, 386-397.
  39. Akinci, B., Patton, M., and Ergen, E (2002). "Utilizing Radio Frequency Identification on Precast Concrete Components - Supplier's Perspective." the Nineteenth  International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2002) September 23-25, 2002, Washington, DC USA, 381-386.
  40. Akinci, B. and Boukamp, F. (2002). " Representation and Integration of As-Built Information to IFC Based Product and Process Models for Automated Assessment of As-Built Conditions." the Nineteenth International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2002) September 23-25, 2002, Washington, DC USA, 543-549.
  41. Reinhardt, J., Akinci, B., and Garrett, J. (2002). "Using Customized Navigational Models to Deliver more Efficient Interaction with Mobile Computing Devices on Construction Sites." the Nineteenth International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2002) September 23-25, 2002, Washington, DC USA, 323-328.

55. Akinci, Burcu and Fischer, Martin (2000). "4D WorkPlanner; A Prototype System for Automated Time-Space Conflicts Analysis." Proceedings of the ICCCBE-VIII, Stanford, California, August 14-17, 2000, ASCE, 740-751.

56. Akinci, Burcu and Fischer, Martin. (2000). “Automated Generation of Spaces Required by Construction Activities Using 4D Production Models.” Proceedings of the Construction Congress VI, Orlando, Florida, Feb. 19-23, ASCE, 1-10.

57. Akinci, Burcu and Kunz, John. (1999). “Symbolic Modeling in Engineering: A Complementary Course in Civil Engineering Curriculum.” Proceedings of the Associated Schools of Construction Conference, San Luis Obispo, April, 1999, 211-221.

58. Akinci, Burcu and Fischer, Martin. (1998). “Time-Space Conflict Analysis Based on 4D Production Models.” Proceedings of the Congress on Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Boston, 342-353.

59. Akinci, Burcu, Fischer, Martin and Zabelle, Todd. (1998). “A Proactive Approach for Reducing Non Value Adding Activities due to Time-Space Conflicts.” Sixth Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC-6 ), Guarujá, São Paulo, Brazil, 1-16, http://www.ce.berkeley.edu/~tommelein/IGLC-6/AkinciEtAl.pdf .  

60. Akinci, Burcu, Staub, Sheryl and Fischer, Martin. (1997). “Productivity and Cost Analysis Based on a 4D Model.” Information Technology for Construction Process Reengineering, CIB W78, Cairns, Australia, July, 9th-11th, 1997, 23-33.

61. O'Brien, William, Fischer, Martin and Akinci, Burcu. (1997). “Importance of Site Conditions and Capacity Allocation for Construction Cost and Performance: A Case Study.” Fifth Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC-5), Griffith University-Gold Coast Campus, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, 77-89, http://web.bham.ac.uk/d.j.crook/lean/iglc5/obrien/obrien.htm . 

Other Papers Published in Symposiums and Proceedings:

  1. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B. (2009). “An Assessment of Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) in Representing Contextual Information Required for Production Rate Estimations.”  5th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, CITC-V, May 20-22, 2009, Istanbul, Turkey.
  2. Atasoy, G., Akinci, B., Basta, K. (2009). “Unique Dashboard Needs of Construction Project Team Members.” 5th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, CITC-V, May 20-22, 2009, Istanbul, Turkey.
  3. Soibelman, L., Akinci, B., Sacks, R., Dikmen, I., Birgonul, T., Formoso, C., Isatto, E. (2009). “Teaching Globalization Issues to Civil Engineering Students – The International Collaborative Construction Management Course.”  5th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, CITC-V, May 20-22, 2009, Istanbul, Turkey.
  4. Akcamete, A., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2009). “Lessons Learned From Generation of BIM for Construction Management: Case Study.” 5th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, CITC-V, May 20-22, 2009, Istanbul, Turkey.
  5. Akinci, B., Kiziltas, S., Pradhan, A. “Analyses of Data Sources for Multi-source Data Fusion to Support Project Management Tasks.” National Science Foundation CMMI Grantee Conference, Jan 7-10, 2008, Knoxville, TN.
  6. Akcamete, A., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. H., “Towards A Formal Approach For Updating Building Information Models”, 5th International Conference on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering and Construction 2008, June 23-25, 2008, Antalya, Turkey. 
  7. Soibelman, L., Akinci, B., Ozcan, G., Dikmen, I, Birgonul, T. “International Collaborative Construction Management Course: A Teaching Case Study.” 5th International Conference on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering and Construction 2008, June 23-25, 2008, Antalya, Turkey. 
  8. Kiziltas, S. and Akinci, B. “An Overview And An Assessment Of Construction Data Sources In Terms Of Storing Contextual Data.” 5th International Conference on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering and Construction 2008, June 23-25, 2008, Antalya, Turkey. 
  9. Ergen, E., Akinci B. (2007) "An Overview of Approaches for Utilizing RFID in Construction Industry",  First Annual RFID Eurasia Conference & Exhibitions
    September 5-6, Istanbul, Turkey.
  10. Ergen, E., Akinci B. (2007) " Bilgi Akışının Modellendiği Simülasyonları Geliştirmede Karşılaşılan Güçlükler", 4. İnşaat Yönetimi Kongresi, 30-31 Ekim, Istanbul, Turkey.
  11. Omer Akin, Kwang Jun Lee, Asli Akcamete, Burcu Akinci, and James Garrett, Jr. “Product and Process Modeling for Functional Performance Testing in Low-Energy Building Embedded Commissioning Cases.” ICEBO 2007, November 1-2, 2007, San Fransisco, CA.
  12. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B., Gonzalez, C. “Understanding differences in information needs of expert and novice estimators from construction project histories.” Construction Research Congress 2007.
  13. Pradhan, A. and Akinci, B. “A Planning Based Approach for Fusing Data from Multiple Sources for Productivity Monitoring.” Construction Research Congress 2007.
  14. Ergen, E. and Akinci, B. “Utilization of Radio-Frequency Identification Tags (RFID) for Transportation Infrastructure Management: Tracking Engineered-To-Order Elements and Materials throughout their Life-Cycles.” Transportation research board, January 19-25, 2007.
  15. Tantisevi,K., Akinci, B. “Automated Planning and Visualization of Mobile Crane Operations Based on Building and Schedule Information.”  Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, ICCCBE 2006, June 14-16. 2006, Montreal, Canada.
  16. Wang, H., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. “A Semi-Automated Schema Matching Approach Based on Automated Detection of Version Differences.” Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, ICCCBE 2006, June 14-16. 2006, Montreal, Canada.
  17. Kiziltas, S., Pradhan, A., Akinci B. “ Developing Integrated Project Histories by Leveraging Multi-Sensor Data Fusion.”  Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, ICCCBE 2006, June 14-16. 2006, Montreal, Canada.
  18. Ergen, E., Akinci, B. “Locating Building Components Within A Facility Using Radio Frequency Identification Technology.” Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, ICCCBE 2006, June 14-16. 2006, Montreal, Canada.
  19. Gordon, C., Garrett, J., Akinci, B.(2005) “Inspection Planning in Support of Defect Detection.” IABSE 2005, 09/14-16/2005, Lisbon, Portugal.
  20. Gordon , C., Akinci, B, Boukamp, F., Huber, D. (2005) “ Assessment of Visualization Software for Support of Construction Site Inspection Tasks Using Data Collected from Reality Capture Technologies.”  Computing in Civil Engineering Conference, July 12-15, 2005, Cancun, Mexico.
  21. Akinci, B. (2004) “Lessons learned from using sensing technologies for active project quality control.” Position Paper submitted to the NSF/FIATECH workshop on Setting an Academic Research Agenda for the FIATECH Capital Projects Technology Roadmap Initiative: An Interdisciplinary Charrette,  http://www.ce.gatech.edu/research/NSF-FIATECH_Charrette/Info_Documents/Charrette_Documents/Papers/Position_Paper_Akinci.doc
  22. Reinhardt, J. B. Akinci, J. H. Garrett, Jr. (2004) “A System for Efficient Interaction with Product and Process Models on Construction Sites,” in CD Proceedings of the IABSE Symposium, Shanghai China, September 2004.
  23. Boukamp, F., Akinci, B. (2004) “Towards Automated Defect Detection:  Object-Oriented Modeling of Construction Specifications.” Xth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, June 02-04, 2004, Weimar.
  24. Gordon, C., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2004) “An Approach for Planning Sensor-Based Inspection of the Built Environment.” Xth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, June 02-04, 2004, Weimar.
  25. Wang, H., Akinci, B., Garrett, J., Akin, O., Turkaslan-Bulbul, T., Gursoy, I.  (2004) “Towards Domain-Oriented Semi-Automated Model Matching for Supporting Data Exchange.” Xth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, June 02-04, 2004, Weimar.
  26. Reinhardt, J., Akinci, B., Garrett, J.(2004) “SiDaCoS: Product and Process Models on Construction Sites.” Xth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, June 02-04, 2004, Weimar.
  27. Akinci, B. (2004) “Using Sensor Systems and Standard Project Models to Capture and Model Project History for Building Commissioning and Facility Management.” Facility Area Network Workshop, Civil Engineering Research Lab, Urbana-Champaign, IL, Feb. 26-27, 2004. http://www.cecer.army.mil/pl/project/projects/fan/briefing/CERLpaper.pdf  
  28. Pekericli, M. K, Akinci, B., Karaesmen, I. (2004) “Engineering the Incorporation of Information Technologies into Construction Service Networks.” 2004 National Science Foundation Design, Service and Manufacture and Industrial Innovation Grantees and Research Conference, January, 7-9, 2004, Texas.
  29. Gordon, C., Akinci, B., Garrett, J. (2003) “The Need for Value Analysis and Planning for Effective Quality Control Technology Decision-making.” Towards a Vision for Information Technology in Civil Engineering, 11/15-16, 2003, Nashville, TN.
  30. Pekericli, M. K., Akinci, B., Karaesmen, I. (2003) “Modeling Information Dependencies In Construction Project Network Organizations.” Towards a Vision for Information Technology in Civil Engineering, 11/15-16, 2003, Nashville, TN.
  31. Karimi, H. A.,  Akinci, B.,  Boukamp, F., Peachavanish, R.(2003) “Semantic interoperability in infrastructure systems.” Towards a Vision for Information Technology in Civil Engineering, 11/15-16, 2003, Nashville, TN.

 

Sections or Chapters in Edited Monographs or Similar Volumes

  1. Akinci, B. (2011). “Building Information Modeling (BIM): Current Practices in Building Evaluation – Models and Updates". Embedded Commissioning of Building Systems: Evaluating Buildings in the Information Age, Atech House.

 

  1. Huber, D.; Akinci, B. (2011) "As-is Modeling - Capturing Existing Spatial Conditions Using Laser Scanners.” Embedded Commissioning of Building Systems: Evaluating Buildings in the Information Age, Atech House.

 

  1. Kiziltas, S., Akinci, B., Ergen, C., Tang, P., Pradhan, A. (2008) “Field Technologies and their Impact on Management of Supply Chains.” Construction Supply Chain Management Handbook.
  2. Kiziltas, S., Leite, F., Akinci, B., Lipman, R. (2009) “Interoperable Methodologies and Techniques In CAD.” CAD/GIS Integration.  Taylor and Francis.

 

Books

 

  1. CAD/GIS Integration. Edited by Hassan Karimi and Burcu Akinci, RCR Press, Taylor and Francis group, published in December 2009.
  2. Computing in Civil Engineering: Proceedings of the 2007 International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering. Edited by Soibelman, L. and Akinci, B. ASCE, July 2007.

Technical Reports and Working Papers:

1.    Akinci, Burcu; Anumba, Chimay (2008) Editorial - Sensors in Construction and Infrastructure Management, ITcon Vol. 13, Special Issue Sensors in Construction and Infrastructure Management, pg. 69-70,http://www.itcon.org/2008/5.

  1. Brilakis, I., Akinci, B. (2009). “Computing in Civil Engineering – Lessons Learned from the ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.
  2. Brilakis, I., Akinci, B. (2009). “Special Issue – Selected & Revised Papers from the ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2007, Special Section 1.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.
  3. Brilakis, I., Akinci, B. (2009). “Special Issue – Selected & Revised Papers from the ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2007, Special Section 2.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.
  4. Brilakis, I., Akinci, B. (2009). “Special Issue – Selected & Revised Papers from the ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2007, Special Section 3.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering.

6.    Song, J., Haas, C., Caldas, C., Ergen, E., Akinci, B., Wood, C. R.,  Wadephul, J. (2004). “Using RFID to Track Fabricated Pipe- Field Trials and Potential Benefit Assessment.” FIATECH Smart Chips Report, 11/14/2004.

7.    Akinci, B.,  Ergen, E.,  Haas, C., Caldas, C.,  Song, J.,  Wood, C. R.,  Wadephul, J. (2004). “Field Trials of RFID Technology for Tracking Fabricated Pipe.”  FIATECH Smart Chips Report, 02/25/2004.

8.    Latimer, D. IV, Gujar, S., Garrett, J., Akinci, B., Thayer, S., Paredis, C. (2002) "Running Surface Assessment Technology Review.” ICES Technical Report Number 04-03-02, Institute For Complex Engineered Systems, Carnegie Mellon University, May 2002.

9.    Akinci, B., Fischer, M., Kunz, J., Levitt, R. (2000). “Representing Work Spaces Generically in Construction Method Models.” Working Paper # 057, Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University, CA, June 2000.

10. Akinci, B., Fischer, M., Kunz, J. (2000). “Automated Generation of Work Spaces Required by Construction Activities.” Working Paper # 058, Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University, CA, June 2000.

11. Akinci, B., Fischer, M., Levitt, R., Carlson, B. (2000). “Formalization and Automation of Time-Space Conflict Analysis.” Working Paper # 059, Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University, CA, June 2000.

 

Seminar and Invited Talks

1.    “Facility Information Modeling and Visualization.” PSII/IBM day, June 2011.

2.    “Sensors and Information Models for Construction and Facility Operations.” University of Madera, May, 2011.

3.    “PSII: Infrastructure/Facilities Information Modeling Laboratory.” PSSI Inauguration Event, April 2011.

4.    “Introduction to Building Information Modeling.” To Brazilian Contractors Association, Pittsburgh, 09/2010.

5.    “Building Information Modeling for Efficient Facility Operations and Energy Management – A survey.” NIBS/CERL Energy Efficient Facilities workshop, July 2010 (by invitation only).

6.    “Model-based sensor-enabled construction and facilities management.” Various companies; IBM, CAT. Fall 2010.

7.    “A prototype for integrating work orders with building information models.” Cleveland Clinic Facilities Management, August 2010.

8.    “Building Information Modeling and other Information Technologies for Energy-Efficient Facility Operations and Management.” Carnegie Mellon/Delegates from the congress visit, April 2010.

9.    “Reality Capture Technologies and Building Information Modeling for Situation Awareness and Assessment on Construction Sites.” Columbia University, January 2010, (invited speaker).

10. “Reality Capture Technologies and Building Information Modeling for Situation Awareness and Assessment during Construction and Facility Operations Management.” CIB W78, October 2009, Istanbul, Turkey (invited keynote speaker).

11. “Building Information Modeling @ Carnegie Mellon” Eco-Build USA, December 2008 (invited).

12. “Model-based Sensor-Enabled Construction Management.” Istanbul Technical University, June 2008 (invited).

13. “Utilization of Building Information Models throughout the Life-Cycle of Facilities:  Opportunities and Challenges.”  Society of Military Engineers, Pittsburgh,  February 2008 (invited).

14. “Utilization of Radio-Frequency Identification Tags (RFID) for Construction Supply-Chain and Facility Management.” Bautech, Berlin, Germany, February 2008 (invited).

15. “Bridge Inspection and Asset management using 3D Imaging Technologies.” International Bridge Conference, Pittsburgh,  June 2007 (invited).

16. “Sensor-Enabled Model Based Construction.” May 16, 2007. CenSCIR symposium Carnegie Mellon University (invited).

17. “Test-beds for construction research.” Construction Congress Testbeds workshop, May 2007 (invited).

18. “Active Quality Control and Generation of As-Built Models During Construction Using 3D Imaging Technologies” SPAR 2007, March 2007, Sugarland Texas (invited).

19. Utilization of Radio-Frequency Identification Tags (RFID) for Transportation Infrastructure Management: Tracking Engineered-To-Order Elements and Materials throughout their Life-Cycles. Transportation Record Board, January, 2007.

20. “Identification and assessment of geometric deviations on guideways using laser scanners” CMU CenSCIR meeting, 11/2/2006.

21. “Automated Tracking of and Capturing Information Related to Engineered-to-Order Products using RFID and GPS”, TRB RFID workshop, 10/17/2006 (invited)

22. “Test-beds for construction research.” NSF/NIST workshop, 09/26/2006 (invited keynote speaker)

23. “Sensor-Enabled Model-Based Construction Management.” Carnegie Mellon University, Qatar Campus, 05/09/2006, (invited).

24. “Model-Based Sensor-Assisted Construction Engineering and Management.” Qatar Foundation, 05/08/2006.

25. “Model-Based Sensor-Assisted Construction Engineering and Management.” KEO Consultants, 05/07/2006.

26. “Sensor-enabled construction management” Advanced Infrastructure Systems Symposium, April 28, 2006.

27. “Automated material tracking and capturing product history using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology.” Transportation Research Board, Committee on New Technology for Design, Pre-construction, and Construction, 01/23/2006 (invited).

28. “ASDMCon Advanced Sensor Based Deviation Detection and Management at Construction Sites, CMU AIS Lab, 12/2005.

29. “Model-based Sensor-Assisted Construction Engineering and Management.” University of Michigan, 10/20/2005, (invited).

30. “Radio Frequency Identification Tags (RFID) for Tracking of Precast Components and their Histories.” PCI Productivity Improvement Domain, 10/2005 (invited).

31. “Model-based Sensor-Assisted Construction Engineering and Management.” Applied computing and mechanics laboratory, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL), Lausanne, Switzerland, 07/21/2005 (invited).

32. “Model-based Computer-Aided Construction Engineering and Management.” Department of Civil Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey, 07/08/2005 (invited).

33. “Robust Planning, Situation Awareness and Situation Assessment on Construction Sites.” Advanced Infrastructure Systems symposium, Carnegie Mellon, Pittsburgh, 04/29/2005.

34. “Building Information Models (BIMs) and research at the Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carnegie Mellon,” Michael Baker, Jr. Inc. 03/16/2005, (invited).

35. “Modeling, Exchanging, and Visualizing Building Commissioning Information Relevant to First Responders.” ICEBO workshop, 10/2005.

36. “Situation awareness and situation assessment on construction sites,” Bombardier, Pittsburgh, (invited).

37. “ASDMCon: Advanced Sensor Based Deviation Detection and Management at Construction Sites.” NSF ITR Grantees meeting, June 9, 2004, (invited) (one of the eight plenary speakers out of roughly four hundred PIs attended the meeting)

38. “ASDMCon and Collaborative Innovation Center” Dean’s advisory council, 04/07/2004, Pittsburgh.

39. “Using sensor systems and standard project models to capture and model project history for building commissioning and facility management.” Civil Engineering Research Lab, US Army, 02/26/2004 (invited).

40. Situation awareness, situation assessment and proactive scheduling on construction sites. Department of Civil Engineering, Construction Management program, University of Illinois, IL, 02/27/2004 (invited).

41. “Utilizing Radio Frequency Identification on Precast Concrete Components – Supplier’s Perspective.” FIATECH Smart Chips Project Virtual Workshop, 12/16/2003 (invited).

42. “Visualization of as-built conditions on construction sites.” Civil Engineering Conference & Exposition, Visualization session, Nashville, TN, 11/13/2003 (invited).

43. “Combining Reality Capture Technologies for Construction Defect Detection: A Case Study.” EIA9, Istanbul, Turkey, 10/2003 (plenary speaker).

44.  “Overview of the Civil Infrastructure Systems Program at Carnegie Mellon University.” Presented to the board of advisors of the Civil Engineering department at Rensellear Polytechnic Institute, Pittsburgh, PA, 10/2003.

45. “Early Construction Defect Detection using Laser Scanners, Embedded Sensors and Integrated project Models.” Dow Chemical Corp., Houston, Texas, 06/2003.

46. “Early Construction Defect Detection using Laser Scanners, Embedded Sensors and Integrated project Models.” Intel Corp., Phoenix, Arizona, 06/2003.

47. “Data Exchange Issues on Sensor-Based Defect Detection and Management on Construction Sites.” Workshop on Data Exchange, NIST, May 28-29, 2003, Gaithersburg, MD, http://www.bfrl.nist.gov/861/CMAG/CMAG_workshop/akinci.pdf, (invited).

48. “ASDMCon: Advanced Sensor Based Defect Detection and Management on Construction Sites – Year 2 Review.” NIST, May, 2003, Gaithersburg, MD.

49. “ASDMCon: Advanced Sensor Based Defect Detection and Management on Construction Sites.” Advanced Infrastructure Systems Lab Workshop, 10/16/2002, Carnegie Mellon University.

50. “Active Defect Detection at Construction Sites using Integrated Project models, Laser Scanners and Embedded Sensing Systems,” Advanced Infrastructure Systems Lab Open house, 04/13/2002 (poster presentation), Carnegie Mellon University.

51. “4D CAD Simulation of the Installation of PSC’s Terrascale Computer,” Advanced Infrastructure Systems Lab Open house, 04/13/2002 (poster presentation), Carnegie Mellon University.

52. “Early Defect Detection at Construction Sites using Integrated Project Models, Laser Scanners and Embedded Sensing Systems,” NIST, Construction Automation and Construction Metrology research groups, 03/13/2002.

53. “Early Defect Detection at Construction Sites using Integrated Project Models, Laser Scanners and Embedded Sensing Systems,” ICES, Advanced Infrastructure Lab meeting, Carnegie Mellon University, 03/01/2002.

54. “Automated Time-Space Conflict Analysis and Active Defect Detection at Construction Sites Using Integrated Project Models and Advanced Sensor Systems,” Civil Engineering Department, Purdue University, December 2001 (invited).

55. “Early Defect Detection at Construction Sites,” Senator Stouff and PennDOT representatives, Carnegie Mellon University, July 2001.

56. “Modeling, Visualizing and Analyzing Construction Processes,” representatives of Hochtief’s research and development branch, Carnegie Mellon University, March 2001.

57. “Project Management – Making it Real,” CEE 100, Introduction to Civil and Environ. Eng. course, Carnegie Mellon University, September, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005.

58. “4D WorkPlanner: Hands-on Session,” Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, California, September 15, 2000 (invited).

59. “Formalization and Automation of Time-Space Conflict Analysis,” University of California, Berkeley, June 30, 2000 (invited).

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