INTERACTIVE MODELLER FOR EQUIPMENT OPERATION IN LONG-SPAN BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION

摘要

Three dimensional (3D) animation of construction simulation makes communication among different project participants effective by visualizing the construction operation. The effect of 3D animation becomes stronger in a more complex operation. However, the modelling process of the 3D animation requires time-consuming efforts. Thus, interactive modelling environment is strongly preferred where equipment, materials, and temporary structures can easily and freely be placed by the construction engineers in a real-time manner. This research aims to develop an equipment operation modeller that can allow users to interactively communicate with the system for long-span bridges. Augmented reality is used as the main methodology for implementing the modeller. The proposed modeller is expected to significantly improve the planning process of construction equipment operations.