The core of Building Information Modeling (BIM) lies in modeling, analysis, multi-perspective visualization, and the sharing and interaction of parameter information. It enables the simulation of buildings in various ways, such as sunlight analysis and collision detection. By leveraging BIM technology, all stakeholders and teams can collaborate seamlessly, allowing for direct or indirect adjustments and connections throughout the project.
This collaboration deepens project design by integrating diverse components and physical attributes into a comprehensive BIM database. It enhances the speed and quality of information delivery for building operation, maintenance, and management, ultimately driving project digitization. Currently, BIM technology is primarily used for conversion and integration with other software platforms, boosting efficiency across different fields.
The BIM-centered application model spans the entire project lifecycle, focusing on the integration, interaction, and expansion of BIM information at every stage. This approach facilitates access to relevant BIM data during each phase and establishes a foundation for creating and applying BIM information in subsequent stages.
As the project progresses, BIM data is continuously updated, accumulated, and refined, ultimately forming a comprehensive BIM information model that covers the entire lifecycle. However, due to challenges in cross-disciplinary technologies and stage transitions, BIM data integration and reuse remain limited. This results in information loss and isolated data silos.
To address these issues, scholars emphasize the need for application software at each stage to extract and expand BIM models based on their specific information exchange requirements, enabling effective data aggregation, interaction, and sharing.
Despite the commercialization of fundamental BIM technologies, the proprietary nature and unique developments among different parties have hindered their integration. Consequently, BIM technology has not yet achieved maximum application efficiency or in-depth project execution. This has led to underutilization of BIM’s full potential, resulting in fragmented outcomes and a narrow range of applications.
Therefore, to fully unlock BIM’s value across all project aspects, stakeholders in the construction industry must strengthen cooperation and trust, share technologies, and pool knowledge and expertise. Broadening perspectives and fostering multi-directional achievements will accelerate BIM adoption, enhance construction precision, and improve overall project efficiency.
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