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 2021-08-01 to 2025-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Multiobjective Optimization of Reality Capture Plans for Computer Vision–Driven Construction Monitoring with Camera-Equipped UAVs	98
A Novel Approach for Advancing Asphalt Pavement Temperature and Flow Number Predictions Using Optical Microscope Algorithm–Least Square Moment Balanced Machine	58
Railway-Fastener Point Cloud Segmentation and Damage Quantification Based on Deep Learning and Synthetic Data Augmentation	49
Deep Learning-Based RGB-D Fusion for Multimodal Condition Assessment of Civil Infrastructure	46
Quantifying the Value of Satellite-Based Pavement Monitoring in Partially Observable Stochastic Environments	45
Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards: Automated Deep-Learning Classification Approach	41
An Efficient Three-Dimensional Point Cloud Segmentation Method for the Dimensional Quality Assessment of Precast Concrete Components Utilizing Multiview Information Fusion	38
Robotic Inspection of Underground Utilities for Construction Survey Using a Ground Penetrating Radar	34
Urban-Level Data Interoperability for Management of Building and Civil Infrastructure Systems during the Disaster Phases Using Model View Definitions	33
Encoding 3D Point Contexts for Self-Supervised Spall Classification Using 3D Bridge Point Clouds	33
Exploiting BIM Objects for Synthetic Data Generation toward Indoor Point Cloud Classification Using Deep Learning	32
Research on a BIM Model Quality Compliance Checking Method Based on a Knowledge Graph	30
Vision-Based Real-Time Posture Tracking for Multiple Construction Workers	30
Perception-Aware Tag Placement Planning for Robust Localization of UAVs in Indoor Construction Environments	29
Novel Optical-Inspired Rain Forest for the Explainable Prediction of Geopolymer Concrete Compressive Strength	29
Deep Learning–Based Building Attribute Estimation from Google Street View Images for Flood Risk Assessment Using Feature Fusion and Task Relation Encoding	28
Optimized Lightweight Edge Computing Platform for UAV-Assisted Detection of Concrete Deterioration beneath Bridge Decks	28
Improving IFC-Based Interoperability between BIM and BEM Using Invariant Signatures of HVAC Objects	28
Digitization of Existing Buildings with Arbitrary Shaped Spaces from Point Clouds	27
Content-Based Image Retrieval for Construction Site Images: Leveraging Deep Learning–Based Object Detection	26
Variance Analysis on Regression Models for Estimating Labor Costs of Prefabricated Components	25
Training Deep Learning Segmentation Models Using Super-Resolution Crack Images for Detection of Thin Concrete Cracks	24
Real-Time Prediction of TBM Response Parameters Based on Temporal Convolutional Network	23
Automating Building Damage Reconnaissance to Optimize Drone Mission Planning for Disaster Response	23
Improving Occupant Thermal Comfort through Personalized Space Recommendation	23

Capturing Environmental Distress of Pedestrians Using Multimodal Data: The Interplay of Biosignals and Image-Based Data	23
Method for Using Information Models and Queries to Connect HVAC Analytics and Data	23
Real-Time Model Updating for Prediction and Assessment of Under-Construction Shield Tunnel Induced Ground Settlement in Complex Strata	23
A Decision-Making Framework for Load Rating Planning of Aging Bridges Using Deep Reinforcement Learning	22
Facilitating Knowledge Transfer during Code Compliance Checking Using Conceptual Graphs	21
Development of a Car-Free Street Mapping Model Using an Integrated System with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Aerial Mapping Cameras, and a Deep Learning Algorithm	20
Pixel-Level Detection of Cracks Based on Loop Semantic Diffusion Integration	18
Cost Estimation of Metro Construction Projects Using Interpretable Machine Learning	18
Wayfinding Information Cognitive Load Classification Based on Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy	17
Adaptive Information Filtering Method Based on Sensitivity Analysis for Bayesian Updating	17
B-EagleV: Visualization of Big Point Cloud Datasets in Civil Engineering Using a Distributed Computing Solution	17
Deep Learning–Based Analytics of Multisource Heterogeneous Bridge Data for Enhanced Data-Driven Bridge Deterioration Prediction	17
Vision-Based Productivity Monitoring of Tower Crane Operations during Curtain Wall Installation Using a Database-Free Approach	17
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs) in the AECO Industry	17
Digitalized and User-Centered System for Construction Site Layout Planning and Assessment	17
Physical Distancing Analytics for Construction Planning Using 4D BIM	17
Estimation of Soil Water Characteristic Curve Using Machine-Learning Algorithms and Its Application in Embankment Response	16
Interactive and Immersive Process-Level Digital Twin for Collaborative Human–Robot Construction Work	16
Superpoint Transformer–Based Bridge Component Recognition Using UAV-Mounted LiDAR and Synthetic Point Cloud Generation	16
Multilabel Sewer Pipe Defect Recognition with Mask Attention Feature Enhancement and Label Correlation Learning	16
Automatic Stereo Vision-Based Inspection System for Particle Shape Analysis of Coarse Aggregates	16
A GAN-Augmented CNN Approach for Automated Roadside Safety Assessment of Rural Roadways	16
Subsurface Object 3D Modeling Based on Ground Penetration Radar Using Deep Neural Network	16
Predicting Max Scour Depths near Two-Pier Groups Using Ensemble Machine-Learning Models and Visualizing Feature Importance with Partial Dependence Plots and SHAP	15
Machine Learning-Based Risk Analysis for Construction Worker Safety from Ubiquitous Site Photos and Videos	15
A Case Study on Multilane Roundabout Capacity Evaluation Using Computer Vision and Deep Learning	15
Measuring In-Building Spatial-Temporal Human Distribution through Monocular Image Data Considering Deep Learning–Based Image Depth Estimation	15
Data-Driven Simulation Approach for Short-Term Planning of Winter Highway Maintenance Operations	14
Development of a Fuzzy Logic Controller for Autonomous Navigation of Building Inspection Robots in Unknown Environments	14
Automated Human Use Mapping of Social Infrastructure by Deep Learning Methods Applied to Smart City Camera Systems	14
Semantic Deep Learning Integrated with RGB Feature-Based Rule Optimization for Facility Surface Corrosion Detection and Evaluation	14
Unified Breakdown Structure for Information Integration to Enhance Interoperability in the Built Environment	14
Digital Twin for Monitoring In-Service Performance of Post-Tensioned Self-Centering Cross-Laminated Timber Shear Walls	13
An Efficient Explainable Convolutional Network with Visualization of Feature Maps for Enhanced Understanding of Building Facade Defects	13
Reviewers	13
A Hybrid BIM-Fuzzy Model for Enhanced Assessment of Building Element Conditions	13
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
Data-Driven Deep-Learning Model for Predicting Jacking Force of Rectangular Pipe Jacking Tunnel	13
Combining Smart Construction Objects–Enabled Blockchain Oracles and Signature Techniques to Ensure Information Authentication and Integrity in Construction	12
Investigation of Critical Factors for Future-Proofed Transportation Infrastructure Planning Using Topic Modeling and Association Rule Mining	12
Information Requirements for Managing Higher Education Facilities Using Building Information Modeling: Triangular Study of US and Korean Cases	12
Prediction of the Sulfate Attack Resistance of Concrete Based on Machine-Learning Algorithms	12
Sharing Linked Building Data in a Peer-to-Peer Network: ifcOWL Meets InterPlanetary File System	12
Reviewers	12
LiDAR-Based Framework for Accurate Positioning and Robust Tracking of Multiple Construction Workers	12
Temporal- and Appearance-Guided Object Detection in Construction Machines Considering Out-of-Distribution Data	12
Study of Cross-Project Prediction of Rock Mass Classification Based on Feature Fusion	12