Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology: Volume 22 Issue 5

Design creativity in Industry 4.0: Gravity Sketch and 3D printing in a Luminaire design project

Hoa Vo

This study aims to explore the impact of experiencing virtual reality (VR) and three-dimensional (3D) printing during the design process on the creativity of interior design…

System dynamic-based remanufacturing economic analysis model of used automobile engine under two recycling modes

Junli Shi, Zhongchi Lu, Huanhuan Xu, Jipei Cui

The purpose of this study is to present a system dynamic (SD)-based remanufacturing economic analysis model of used automobile engine under two recycling modes. The authors will…

The use of alternative building technologies as a sustainable affordable housing solution: perspectives from South Africa

Johnson Adetooto, Abimbola Windapo, Francesco Pomponi

This study aims to evaluate the perception of the local experts and end users on the drivers, barriers and strategies to the use of alternative building technologies (ABTs), with…

Identifying the capacity needs of built environment professionals to deliver environmentally sustainable buildings: a scientometric review

Aba Essanowa Afful, Joshua Ayarkwa, Godwin Kojo Kumi Acquah, Ama Antwi Darkwa Ossei Assibey, Dickson Osei-Asibey

The purpose of this study is to identify the capacity needs of building professionals to deliver environmentally sustainable buildings (ESBs) globally, from a unique systems…

Assessment of construction professionals' awareness of the smart building concepts in the Nigerian construction industry

Cyril Chinonso Ejidike, Modupe Cecilia Mewomo, Iruka Chijindu Anugwo

The current movement toward digitisation has promoted the adoption of smart building technology globally. Despite its advantages, its usage in developing countries such as Nigeria…

Strategies to promote the acceptance of sandbag building technology for sustainable and affordable housing delivery: the South African case

Johnson Adetooto, Abimbola Windapo, Francesco Pomponi, Fabio Companie, Kehinde Alade, Amanda Mtya

Sandbag building technologies (SBTs) have been offered as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative building technology (ABT) capable of accelerating house construction in…

Improving quantity surveying education through continually updating curriculum digitalisation to meet industry requirements

Andrew Ebekozien, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa

The dynamic nature of the built environment and trending smart construction project complexities demand proactive needs tailored towards architecture, engineering and construction…

Risk resources management influence on public–private partnership risk management in construction industry. Confirmatory factor analysis approach

Timothy Adu Gyamfi, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa, Wellington Didibhuku Thwala

Construction organisations cannot underestimate the improvement in public–private partnership (PPP) projects’ implementation. At the same time, construction organisations cannot…

Project cost performance factors in the war-affected and conflict-sensitive Afghan construction industry

Ahmad Shah Kakar, Abid Hasan, Kumar Neeraj Jha, Amarjit Singh

The Afghan construction industry faces resource shortages and heavily relies on foreign aid to fund public projects on the path to recovery and reconstruction. While the resource…

Facilities management strategic roles and services quality performance in Nigeria’s banking sector

Dubem Isaac Ikediashi

Facilities management (FM) as a strategic management tool has been an attractive research topic among scholars and practitioners alike for decades. The primary purpose of this…

Composite sandwich structures: review of manufacturing techniques

Mustafa S. Al-Khazraji, S.H. Bakhy, M.J. Jweeg

The purpose of this review paper is to provide a review of the most recent advances in the field of manufacturing composite sandwich panels along with their advantages and…

Assessing the factors of transactional leadership style for construction projects: a case of Nigerian construction industry

Femi-favour Olabode Olasunkanmi, Dubem Isaac Ikediashi, Ikenna Reginald Ajiero

The role of construction industry in harnessing human and material resources of a nation cannot be overemphasised; hence, the emergence of the requirement of leadership. This…

Assessing the competencies of construction supervisors in providing work-based training components for construction labour – Sri Lankan perspective

Kesavan Manoharan, Pujitha Dissanayake, Chintha Pathirana, M.M.D.R. Deegahawature, Renuka Silva

Studies highlight that poor labour supervision and inadequate labour training facilities are the primary factors that result in labour skill shortages and productivity-related…

Determination of the significance of project delivery attributes (PDAs) on sustainable projects in Turkey

Dinçer Aydın, Esma Mıhlayanlar

Many parameters influence the success of sustainable projects (SPs) in the architecture–engineering–construction. One of these important parameters is the project delivery…