To enable managers and contractors to perform better with additional cost-savings in the construction process, Prof. Li's team has developed Construction Virtual Prototyping (CVP) software tools to simulate design, planning and implementation in a virtual reality environment in an integrated manner. CVP takes into account all the variables in the project procurement process from feasibility analysis to maintenance management to evaluate construction processes with a view to minimize resource idling and wastage. Developed under Windows environment, the system emulates multiple construction scenarios with drill-down levels to detailed operation steps and procedures. Powerful and user-friendly software controls and interfaces allow the users to visually walk through the plans and operations in the virtual environment for familiarization of the highly co-ordinated tasks in vivid graphical manner. In this respect, CVP can also be used as a communication enhancement tool for sharing and agreeing on designs and plans among different stakeholders. Operationally, CVP identifies potential planning conflicts, generates detailed implementation plans, and verifies safety compliance. It is an advanced computer-aided tool for reviewing designs, process flows, resource planning, space requirement to remove conflicts and potential re-works that are costly in real life.
To focus on the development and application of this technology, the PolyU established the Construction Virtual Prototyping Laboratory in 2004. With ardent support from key construction players and stakeholders like China Overseas Holdings Ltd., Gammon Construction Ltd., and China's State Ministry of Construction, the CVP technology will be continuously improved for its broader application both locally and in Chinese mainland.
To find out more about our professional services related to CVP technologies, please access the Lab's webpage at http://www.cvptl.com/eng/services.htm or contact Miss Kit Chan directly at 3400-2713.
