Solutions on Establishing and Utilizing BIM for General Contractors in Key Scenarios of Digital Construction by Yang Peng, Fangqiang Yu, Ming Zhang, Jinglin Xu, Shang Gao

“…However, from the perspective of general contractors, unresolved puzzles still hinder obtaining the benefits of digital construction. …”
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Comparing the costs and detectability of bobcat using scat‐detecting dog and remote camera surveys in central Wisconsin by John D. J. Clare, Eric M. Anderson, David M. MACfarland, Brian L. Sloss

“…However, the most appropriate survey method is likely to be goal‐dependent, and we recommend that detection‐dog contractors both advertise and match the strengths and weaknesses of specific dogs with the needs of clientele. © 2014 The Wildlife Society.…”
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Predictive modeling for rework detection in sustainable building projects by AbdulLateef Olanrewaju, Kafayat Shobowale

“…AdaBoost also performs well, especially detecting "Yes–Very Large" cases. The research finds the degree of variation, the characteristics of the client involved, the extent of time and cost overruns experienced during project execution, adherence to performance specifications, the classification of contractors engaged, the size of the projects, and the experience of clients with the nuances of the construction sector were the main predictors of reworks. …”
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Optimizing survey conditions for Burmese python detection and removal using community science data by Kelly R. McCaffrey, Melissa A. Miller, Sergio A. Balaguera-Reina, Alexander S. Romer, Michael Kirkland, Amy Peters, Edward F. Metzger, LeRoy Rodgers, Frank J. Mazzotti

“…Consequently, programs exist which incentivize contractors to remove pythons. While surveying, contractors collect data on search effort and python captures. …”
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PET Imaging Expedites Detection of Aberration in the Humanization of an Annexin A1 Targeting Antibody by Hailey A. Houson, Brian D. Wright, Solana R. Fernandez, Tim Buss, Sharon L. White, Brittany Cederstrom, James M. Omweri, Jonathan E. McConathy, Jan E. Schnitzer, Suzanne E. Lapi

“…PET imaging enabled quantitative detection of the immunogenic behavior of hAnnA1, which led to detection of the sequence error. …”
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METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH TO CONSTRUCTION OF A SYSTEM FOR DETECTION AND PREVENTION OF DESTRUCTION OF THE ACTIVITIES OF CONSTRUCTION PARTICIPANTS by Mykhailo Malykhin, Denys Dubinin, Olha Bielienkova

“…The present study is dedicated to establishing a systematic approach to safeguard the activities of developers, contractors, and project stakeholders against destructive impacts, including reputational, financial, and operational disruptions. …”
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Automatic detection and classification of drill bit damage using deep learning and computer vision algorithms by Xiongwen Yang, Xiao Feng, Chris Cheng, Jiaqing Yu, Qing Zhang, Zilong Gao, Yang Liu, Bo Chen

“…This study aims to eliminate the subjectivity and inconsistency inherent in the traditional International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) bit wear rating process, which heavily depends on the experience of drilling engineers and often leads to unreliable results. …”
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Histopathological spectrum of upper-gastrointestinal lesions on endoscopic biopsies by Tejas Atulbhai Contractor, Himali Parsotambhai Thakkar, Anupama Ishwar Dayal, Sandesh Omprakash Agrawal, Hani Kamleshbhai Patel

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Organizational and technological level of major repairs of buildings and structures by Liya D. Mailyan, Nikolay O. Sizen

“…The practical value of the work for major repair customers is that, applying the proposed methodology, they can choose a contractor with a higher performance level, and contractors can improve their level using our methodology. …”
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Polybacterial intracellular macromolecules shape single-cell inflammatory profiles in upper airway epithelia by Quinn T. Easter, Zabdiel Alvarado-Martinez, Meik Kunz, Bruno F. Matuck, Brittany T. Rupp, Theresa Weaver, Zhi Ren, Aleksandra Tata, Juan Caballero-Perez, Nick Oscarson, Akira Hasuike, Ameer N. Ghodke, Adam J. Kimple, Purushothama R. Tata, Scott H. Randell, Hyun Koo, Kang I. Ko, Kevin M. Byrd

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Disability, comorbidities and risk determinants at end of TB treatment in Kenya, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe by The Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe TB Disability Study Group (members listed here in alphabetical order):, S.A. Adakun, F.M. Banda, A. Bloom, M. Bochnowicz, J. Chakaya, A. Chansa, H. Chiguvare, R. Chimzizi, C. Colvin, J.P. Dongo, A. Durena, C. Duri, R. Edmund, A.D. Harries, I. Kathure, F.N. Kavenga, Y. Lin, H. Luzze, I. Mbithi, M. Mputu, A. Mubanga, D. Nair, M. Ngwenya, B. Okotu, P. Owiti, A. Owuor, P. Thekkur, C. Timire, S. Turyahabwe, E. Tweyongyere, M. YaDiul, R. Zachariah, K. Zimba

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Drowning rule‐out with novices (DROWN) in ultrasound by Stewart Russ Richardson, Jacob Pope, Leslie B. Hart, Casey L. Wilson

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Oxygen Uptake Prediction for Timely Construction Worker Fatigue Monitoring Through Wearable Sensing Data Fusion by Srikanth Sagar Bangaru, Chao Wang, Fereydoun Aghazadeh, Shashank Muley, Sueed Willoughby

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Organizing the State Financial Control in the Sphere of Procurement by Soroka Rostyslav S.

“…The author places particular emphasis on the monitoring of procurement procedures as the most preventive type of control, which allows for the remote detection and prevention of violations before the reporting of the purchasing entity. …”
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Exploring water conservation strategies in housing construction projects in Cape Town, South Africa by Azola Mayeza

“…The analysis identified strong support for rainwater collection, leak detection systems, and the adoption of pre-mixed materials to reduce water use. …”
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Managing and Predicting the Condition of Paved Road Network in Finland: Essential Technical Information by Anne Hämäläinen, Kalle Vaismaa, Pauli Kolisoja

“…For monitoring functional conditions, a new method for detecting defects must be introduced, with other measurable parameters being better managed. …”
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Identifying and Evaluating Effective Criteria on BIM Projects Using the DANP Technique by Atefeh Hemmati, HasanAli Mosalman Yazdi, Abolfazl Sadeghian, Abolfazl Sherafat

“…This technique will bring numerous benefits for the interested parties, including contractors, and employers. Despite its countless benefits, this technology faces some difficulties due to its underlying challenges. …”
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Trapping efficacy of invasive crows is affected by environmental factors and deployment history by Cheryl K. L. Yong, Malcolm C. K. Soh, Astri Noorbaini Samsuri, Kai Ning Lim, Kenneth B. H. Er

“…We obtained data from 170 crow trapping operations including the identities of the contractors conducting the trapping operations, operation start date, crow density, intensity of bird feeding, various land use cover proportions, and an index to quantify the spatial‐temporal proximity to previous trapping operations. …”
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