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The Manual for Railway Engineering (MRE) is an annual publication released every April. The Manual consists of more than 6,100 pages of railway engineering reference material, the recommended practices for the industry. It contains principles, data, specifications, plans and economics pertaining to the engineering, design and construction of the fixed plant of railways (except signals […]

Modular construction, where building components are prefabricated off-site and then assembled on-site, is gaining traction across various markets. This method integrates design, manufacturing, and construction processes, enabling higher efficiency without sacrificing aesthetics. https://content.aia.org/sites/default/files/2019-03/Materials_Practice_Guide_Modular_Construction.pdf AIA/ National Institute of Building Sciences USA

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) showcases examples of Building Information Modelling (BIM) for infrastructure, emphasising its role in lifecycle management, collaboration, and data integration. https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/infrastructure/bim/ Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) USA

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) highlights the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the lifecycle management of highways, emphasising collaboration and data integration. Many State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) are moving beyond the perception of BIM as just 3D modelling, using it to break down silos and improve project delivery […]

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) highlights the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the lifecycle management of bridges and structures, focusing on collaboration and data integration. The adoption of BIM in bridge projects is growing, with industry standards like Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) enhancing digital project delivery. Bridge owners recognise […]

The GIS in Transportation program facilitates the knowledge transfer of GIS skills, best practices, and technical resources among State, regional, and local transportation organisations. This website captures the respective lessons learned and makes them available to all GIS practitioners and transportation professionals. https://www.gis.fhwa.dot.gov/default.asp?_gl=1*14gvb5f*_ga*MTI5MTk5MDAxNi4xNzMzMjQ1Mjg2*_ga_VW1SFWJKBB*MTczMzI0NTI4Ni4xLjEuMTczMzI0NTM2MC4wLjAuMA.. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) USA

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) promotes the use of 3D engineered models for construction through its Every Day Counts program. These models enhance collaboration by centralising project data, improving efficiency for owner-agencies, designers, and contractors. https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/construction/3d/ Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) USA

The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) initiated the U.S. National BIM Program (NBP or Program) to bring industry stakeholders together to achieve critical digital transformation throughout the entire lifecycle of designing, constructing, and operating the built environment. The Program concept has evolved through conversations and collaborations with leading organizations and communities, involving both the […]

The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) produces the National BIM Standard for the US (NBIMS). This standard outlines the processes and procedures for delivering BIM in a standardised way. The National BIM Standard, United Statesâ„¢ (NBIMS-USâ„¢) provides consensus-based standards through referencing existing standards, documenting information exchanges and delivering best-business practices for the entire built […]

This website holds several BIM Guides focussed on a variety of uses, such as 3D-4D-BIM, Spatial Program Validation, 3D Laser Scanning, 4D Phasing, Energy Performance, Circulation and Security Validation, Building Elements and Facility Management. The US General Services Administration (GSA) created the BIM Guide Series to document its learning experiences in a format that would […]