OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering is 12. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-09-01 to 2025-09-01.)

Article	Citations
Camera Pose Refinement for Precise BIM Alignment in Mixed Reality Visualization	104
Multiobjective Optimization of Reality Capture Plans for Computer Vision–Driven Construction Monitoring with Camera-Equipped UAVs	60
A Novel Approach for Advancing Asphalt Pavement Temperature and Flow Number Predictions Using Optical Microscope Algorithm–Least Square Moment Balanced Machine	53
Quantifying the Value of Satellite-Based Pavement Monitoring in Partially Observable Stochastic Environments	48
Deep Learning-Based RGB-D Fusion for Multimodal Condition Assessment of Civil Infrastructure	48
Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards: Automated Deep-Learning Classification Approach	42
Robotic Inspection of Underground Utilities for Construction Survey Using a Ground Penetrating Radar	39
Urban-Level Data Interoperability for Management of Building and Civil Infrastructure Systems during the Disaster Phases Using Model View Definitions	35
An Efficient Three-Dimensional Point Cloud Segmentation Method for the Dimensional Quality Assessment of Precast Concrete Components Utilizing Multiview Information Fusion	33
Exploiting BIM Objects for Synthetic Data Generation toward Indoor Point Cloud Classification Using Deep Learning	33
Encoding 3D Point Contexts for Self-Supervised Spall Classification Using 3D Bridge Point Clouds	33
Railway-Fastener Point Cloud Segmentation and Damage Quantification Based on Deep Learning and Synthetic Data Augmentation	32
Optimized Lightweight Edge Computing Platform for UAV-Assisted Detection of Concrete Deterioration beneath Bridge Decks	31
Improving IFC-Based Interoperability between BIM and BEM Using Invariant Signatures of HVAC Objects	31
Smart Video Analytics Solution to Identify Urban Floodborne Objects	30
Vision-Based Real-Time Posture Tracking for Multiple Construction Workers	30
Deep Learning–Based Building Attribute Estimation from Google Street View Images for Flood Risk Assessment Using Feature Fusion and Task Relation Encoding	29
Novel Optical-Inspired Rain Forest for the Explainable Prediction of Geopolymer Concrete Compressive Strength	28
An Attention-Based Constrained Diffusion Model for Accessible Floor Plan Generation	28
Research on a BIM Model Quality Compliance Checking Method Based on a Knowledge Graph	28
Digitization of Existing Buildings with Arbitrary Shaped Spaces from Point Clouds	25
Perception-Aware Tag Placement Planning for Robust Localization of UAVs in Indoor Construction Environments	25
Variance Analysis on Regression Models for Estimating Labor Costs of Prefabricated Components	24
Training Deep Learning Segmentation Models Using Super-Resolution Crack Images for Detection of Thin Concrete Cracks	24
Content-Based Image Retrieval for Construction Site Images: Leveraging Deep Learning–Based Object Detection	24

Automating Building Damage Reconnaissance to Optimize Drone Mission Planning for Disaster Response	23
Capturing Environmental Distress of Pedestrians Using Multimodal Data: The Interplay of Biosignals and Image-Based Data	23
A Decision-Making Framework for Load Rating Planning of Aging Bridges Using Deep Reinforcement Learning	23
Real-Time Monitoring of Mobile Construction Resources Based on Multiple Object Tracking	22
Real-Time Prediction of TBM Response Parameters Based on Temporal Convolutional Network	22
Improving Occupant Thermal Comfort through Personalized Space Recommendation	20
Method for Using Information Models and Queries to Connect HVAC Analytics and Data	19
An Integrated Real-Time Approach to Mitigate Noncompliant Behavior in Mobile Crane Lifting Operations	18
Facilitating Knowledge Transfer during Code Compliance Checking Using Conceptual Graphs	18
Pixel-Level Detection of Cracks Based on Loop Semantic Diffusion Integration	18
Real-Time Model Updating for Prediction and Assessment of Under-Construction Shield Tunnel Induced Ground Settlement in Complex Strata	18
Digitalized and User-Centered System for Construction Site Layout Planning and Assessment	18
Cost Estimation of Metro Construction Projects Using Interpretable Machine Learning	18
Adaptive Information Filtering Method Based on Sensitivity Analysis for Bayesian Updating	17
Estimation of Soil Water Characteristic Curve Using Machine-Learning Algorithms and Its Application in Embankment Response	17
Deep Learning–Based Analytics of Multisource Heterogeneous Bridge Data for Enhanced Data-Driven Bridge Deterioration Prediction	17
B-EagleV: Visualization of Big Point Cloud Datasets in Civil Engineering Using a Distributed Computing Solution	17
Crack Assessment Using Cascade Mask R-CNN and Dilation–Erosion Processing Technique	17
Development of a Car-Free Street Mapping Model Using an Integrated System with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Aerial Mapping Cameras, and a Deep Learning Algorithm	17
A GAN-Augmented CNN Approach for Automated Roadside Safety Assessment of Rural Roadways	17
Physical Distancing Analytics for Construction Planning Using 4D BIM	16
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs) in the AECO Industry	16
Multilabel Sewer Pipe Defect Recognition with Mask Attention Feature Enhancement and Label Correlation Learning	16
Interactive and Immersive Process-Level Digital Twin for Collaborative Human–Robot Construction Work	16
Topological Data Analysis for Railway Track Geometry Safety and Maintenance	16
Measuring In-Building Spatial-Temporal Human Distribution through Monocular Image Data Considering Deep Learning–Based Image Depth Estimation	15
Automatic Stereo Vision-Based Inspection System for Particle Shape Analysis of Coarse Aggregates	15
Predicting Max Scour Depths near Two-Pier Groups Using Ensemble Machine-Learning Models and Visualizing Feature Importance with Partial Dependence Plots and SHAP	15
Subsurface Object 3D Modeling Based on Ground Penetration Radar Using Deep Neural Network	15
Vision-Based Productivity Monitoring of Tower Crane Operations during Curtain Wall Installation Using a Database-Free Approach	15
Machine Learning-Based Risk Analysis for Construction Worker Safety from Ubiquitous Site Photos and Videos	15
Superpoint Transformer–Based Bridge Component Recognition Using UAV-Mounted LiDAR and Synthetic Point Cloud Generation	15
Wayfinding Information Cognitive Load Classification Based on Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy	15
Development of a Fuzzy Logic Controller for Autonomous Navigation of Building Inspection Robots in Unknown Environments	14
Data-Driven Simulation Approach for Short-Term Planning of Winter Highway Maintenance Operations	14
Automated Human Use Mapping of Social Infrastructure by Deep Learning Methods Applied to Smart City Camera Systems	14
Unified Breakdown Structure for Information Integration to Enhance Interoperability in the Built Environment	14
Style-Controlled Image Synthesis of Concrete Damages Based on Fusion of Convolutional Encoder and Attention-Enhanced Conditional Generative Adversarial Network	13
Vector-Quantized Variational Teacher and Multimodal Collaborative Student for Crack Segmentation via Knowledge Distillation	13
Semantic Deep Learning Integrated with RGB Feature-Based Rule Optimization for Facility Surface Corrosion Detection and Evaluation	13
Reviewers	13
An Efficient Explainable Convolutional Network with Visualization of Feature Maps for Enhanced Understanding of Building Facade Defects	13
Data-Driven Deep-Learning Model for Predicting Jacking Force of Rectangular Pipe Jacking Tunnel	13
Automated Identification and Numbering of Brick in Orthoimages of Ancient City Walls with Settlement	13
A Case Study on Multilane Roundabout Capacity Evaluation Using Computer Vision and Deep Learning	13
A Hybrid BIM-Fuzzy Model for Enhanced Assessment of Building Element Conditions	12
Investigation of Critical Factors for Future-Proofed Transportation Infrastructure Planning Using Topic Modeling and Association Rule Mining	12
Sharing Linked Building Data in a Peer-to-Peer Network: ifcOWL Meets InterPlanetary File System	12
Information Requirements for Managing Higher Education Facilities Using Building Information Modeling: Triangular Study of US and Korean Cases	12
Digital Twin for Monitoring In-Service Performance of Post-Tensioned Self-Centering Cross-Laminated Timber Shear Walls	12

LiDAR-Based Framework for Accurate Positioning and Robust Tracking of Multiple Construction Workers	12
Reviewers	12
Combining Smart Construction Objects–Enabled Blockchain Oracles and Signature Techniques to Ensure Information Authentication and Integrity in Construction	12