Carlos Caldas - Publications:

Refereed Archival Journal Publications: (* designates graduate student advisee)
  • Nassir, H., Haas, C. T., Young, D. A., Razavi, S. N., Caldas, C. H., and Goodrum, P. “An Implementation Model for Automated Construction Materials Tracking and Locating.” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, accepted on 12/10/09, tentative publication date of July 2010..
  • *Hwang, B-G., Thomas, and Caldas, C. H. “Metric Development for Pharmaceutical Construction Projects.” International Journal of Project Management, accepted on 06/23/09, tentative publication date of May 2010.
  • *Gong, J. and Caldas, C. H. “A Computer Vision based Video Interpretation Method for Automated Productivity Analysis of Cyclic Construction Operations.” ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, accepted on 06/23/09, tentative publication date of May 2010.
  • *Grau Torrent, D., Caldas, C. H., and Haas, C. T, Goodrum, P. M., and *Gong, J. (2009) “Assessing the Impact of Automated Materials Tracking Technologies on Construction Craft Productivity.” Automation in Construction, 18, 903-911.
  • *Chou, C., Caldas, C. H., O'Connor, J. T., Sroka, A. W., and Goldman, G. K. (2009) “Identification of Decision Drivers for the Strategy of Incorporating Utility Relocations into Highway Construction Contracts.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(9), 812-818.
  • Jagars-Cohen, C. A., Menches, C. L., Jangid, Y. K., and Caldas, C.H. (2009) “Priority-Ranking Workload Reduction Strategies to Address Challenges of Transportation Construction Inspection.” Transportation Research Record, Journal of the Transportation Research Board, 2098, 13-17.
  • *Le, T., Caldas, C. H., Gibson, G. E., and *Thole, M. (2009) “A Method for Assessing Project Scope and Managing Risk in Highway Construction.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(9), 900-910.
  • Dong, Z., Goodrum, P.M., Haas, C. T., and Caldas, C. (2009) “Relationship between Automation and Integration of Construction Information Systems and Labor Productivity.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(8), 746-753.
  • Yun, S. and Caldas, C. H. (2009) “Analyzing Decision Variables that Influence Preliminary Feasibility Studies Using Data Mining Techniques.” Construction Management and Economics, 27(1), 73-87.
  • Caldas, C. H., Gibson Jr., G. E., *Weerasooriya, R., and *Yohe, A. M. (2009) “Identification of Effective Management Practices and Technologies for Lessons Learned Programs in the Construction Industry.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(6), 531-539.
  • *Hwang, B-G., Thomas, S. R., Haas, C. T., and Caldas, C. H. (2009) “Measuring the Impact of Rework on Construction Cost Performance.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 135(3), 187-198.
  • *Chi, S., Caldas, C. H., and Kim, D. Y. (2009) “A Methodology for Object Identification and Tracking in Construction based on Spatial Modeling and Image Matching Techniques.” Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, 24(3), 199-211.
  • *Grau Torrent, D. and Caldas, C. H. (2009) “A Methodology for Automating the Identification and Localization of Construction Components on Industrial Projects.” ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 23, 1, 3-13.
  • Caldas, C. H., *Chou, C., and O'Connor, J. T. (2008) “Negotiation-Based Decision Support Model for Utility Relocations in Transportation Infrastructure Projects.” Construction Management and Economics, 29, 10, 1079-1090.
  • *Chi, S., Caldas, C., and *Gong, J. (2008). “A Crash Avoidance Framework for Heavy Equipment Control Systems Using 3D Imaging Sensors.” ITCon Special Issue on Sensors in Construction and Infrastructure Management, 13, 118-133.
  • *Gong, J. and Caldas, C. H. (2008). “Data Processing for Real-Time Construction Site Spatial Modeling.” Automation in Construction, 17(5), 526-535.
  • *Hwang, B-G. Thomas, S. R., Degezelle, D., and Caldas, C. H. (2008). “Development of a Benchmarking Framework for Pharmaceutical Capital Projects.” Construction Management and Economics, 26(2), 177-195.
  • Soibelman, L., Wu, J., Caldas, C., Brilakis., I, and Lin, K-Y. (2008). “Management and Analysis of Unstructured Construction Data Types.” Advanced Engineering Informatics, 22(1), 15-27.
  • *Chou, C-C., Caldas, C. H., and O'Connor, J. T. (2007). “Decision Support System for the Combined Transportation and Utility Construction Strategy.” Transportation Research Record, Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No. 1994, 9-16.
  • *Teizer, J., Caldas, C. H., and Haas, C. T. (2007). “Real-Time Three-Dimensional Occupancy Grid Modeling for the Detection and Tracking of Construction Resources.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(11), 880-888.
  • Song, J., Haas, C. T., and Caldas, C. H. (2007). “A Proximity-Based Method for Locating RFID Tagged Objects.” Advanced Engineering Informatics, 21(4), 367-376.
  • Caron, F., Razavi, S. N., Song, J., Vanheeghe, P., Duflos, E., Caldas, C., and Haas, C. (2007). “Locating Sensor Nodes on Construction Projects.” Autonomous Robots, 22(3), 255-263.
  • Caldas, C. H., *Grau Torrent, D., and Haas, C. T, (2006). “Using Global Positioning System to Improve Materials-Locating Processes on Industrial Projects.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132 (7), 741-749.
  • Song, J., Haas, C. T., and Caldas, C. H. (2006). “Tracking the Location of Materials on Construction Job Sites.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132 (9), 911-918.
  • Costa, D. B., Formoso, C. T., Kagioglou, M., Alarcón, L. F., and Caldas, C. H. (2006). “Benchmarking Initiatives in the Construction Industry: Lessons Learned and Improvement Opportunities.” ASCE Journal of Management in Engineering, 22(4), 158-167.
  • Kim, C., Haas, C. T., Liapi, K. A., and Caldas, C. H. (2006). “Human-Assisted Obstacle Avoidance System Using 3D Workspace Modeling for Construction Equipment Operation.” ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 20 (3), 177-186.
  • Song, J., Haas, C. T., Caldas, C., Ergen, E., and Akinci, B. (2006). “Automating the Task of Tracking the Delivery and Receipt of Fabricated Pipe Spools in Industrial Projects,” Automation in Construction, 15(2), 166-177.
  • *Teizer, J., Kim, C., Haas, C. T., Liapi, K., and Caldas, C. H. (2005). “Framework for Real-Time Three-Dimensional Modeling on Infrastructure.” Transportation Research Record, Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No. 1913, 177-186.
  • Caldas, C. H., Soibelman, L., and Gasser, L. (2005). “Methodology for the Integration of Project Documents in Model-Based Information Systems.” ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 19(1), 25-33.
  • Kim, C., Haas, C. T., Caldas, C. H., and Liapi, K. A. (2004). “Erfassung raumlicher Daten, Integration und Modellierung für Echtzeit-Projektlebenszyklus Anwendungen.” Thesis, Wissenschaftliche Zeitschrift der Bauhaus-Universitat Weimar - Germany, 1. Heft 2004 50. Jahrgang, 30-37.
  • Caldas, C. H. and Soibelman, L. (2003). “Automating Hierarchical Document Classification for Construction Management Information Systems.” Automation in Construction, 12(4), 395-406.
  • Soibelman, L., Liu, L. Y., Kirby, J. G., East, E. W., Caldas, C. H., and Lin, K-Y. (2003). “Design Review Checking System with Corporate Lessons Learned.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(5), 475-484.
  • Caldas, C. H., Soibelman, L., and Han, J. (2002). “Automated Classification of Construction Project Documents.” ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 16(4), 234-243.
  • *Chi, S., and Caldas, C. H. “Automated Object Identification Using Video Cameras on Construction Sites.” Special Edition of Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering on Advances in Construction Automation (Guest Editors: Tatsuo Arai, C. Balaguer, T. Bock, and K. Varghese), submitted on 11/20/08.
  • Goodrum, P.M., Haas, C. T., Caldas, C. H., Zhai, D., Yeiser, J., and Homm, D. “The Development and Validation of a Model to Predict A Technology’s Impact on Construction Productivity.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, submitted on 12/03/09.
  • Young, D. A., Haas, C. T., Goodrum, P.M., and Caldas, C. H. “Improving Construction Supply Network Visibility via Automated Materials Tracking and Locating Technology." ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, submitted on 12/10/09.

Refereed Conference Proceedings: (* designates graduate student advisee)
  • *Chi, S., Caldas, C. and Kim, D. Y. (2009). “Development of an Automated Safety Assessment Framework for Construction Activities.” Proceedings of the 2009 ASCE International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Austin, TX, June 24-27, 2009, pp. 38-46.
  • *Gong, J. and Caldas, C. (2009). “An Intelligent Video Computing Method for Automated Productivity Analysis of Cyclic Construction Operations.” Proceedings of the 2009 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, TX, June 24-27, 2009, pp. 64-73.
  • *Grau Torrent, D. and Caldas, C. H., Haas, C. T., and *Gong, J. (2009). “Impact of Rapid Automated Tracking of Construction Components on Labor Productivity.” Proceedings of the 2009 ASCE International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Austin, TX, June 24-27, 2009, pp. 505-511.
  • *Le, T., Caldas, C. H., and Gibson, G. E. (2009) “Managing Risks in the Project Development Process for Transportation Infrastructure Projects.” Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Transportation Construction Management. Orlando, FL, February, 2009.
  • *Grau Torrent, D. and Caldas, C. H. (2007). “Field Experiments of an Automated Materials Identification and Localization Model.” Proceedings of the 2007 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Pittsburgh, PA, July 24-27, 2007, pp. 689-696.
  • *Chi, S., Caldas, C. and Kim, D. Y. (2007). “Object Identification Based on 3D Spatial Models of Construction Sites.” Proceedings of the 2007 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Pittsburgh, PA, July 24-27, 2007, pp. 729-736.
  • *Gong, J. and Caldas, C. (2007). “Processing of High Frequency Local Area Laser Scans For Construction Site Resource Management.” Proceedings of the 2007 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Pittsburgh, PA, July 24-27, 2007, pp. 665-672.
  • *Grau Torrent, D. and Caldas, C. H. (2007). “A Framework for Automated Localization of On-Site Construction Components.” Proceedings of the 2007 Construction Research Congress, Freeport, Bahamas, May 6-8, 2007, 8 pages.
  • *Le, T., Caldas, C. H., Gibson, G. E., and *Thole, M. (2007). “Critical Risk Elements During the Advance Planning Phase of Transportation Infrastructure Projects.” Proceedings of the 2007 Construction Research Congress, Freeport, Bahamas, May 6-8, 2007, 8 pages.
  • *Teizer, J., Haas, C. T., Caldas, C. H., and Bosche, F. (2006). “Real-Time Three-Dimensional Object Detection and Tracking in Transportation.” Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Applications of Advanced Technology in Transportation, Chicago, IL, August 13-16, 2006, pp. 123-128.
  • *Chou, C-C., Caldas, C. H., O’Connor, J. T., and Goldman, G. K. (2006). “Development of Group Decision-Support Model and System for Combined Transportation and Utility Construction.” Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Applications of Advanced Technology in Transportation, Chicago, IL, August 13-16, 2006, pp. 786-791.
  • Caldas, C. H., *Chi, S., *Teizer, J., and *Gong, J. (2006). “Intelligent Computing and Sensing for Active Safety on Construction Sites.” Proceedings of the 13th Workshop of the European Group for Intelligent Computing in Engineering and Architecture, Ascona, Switzerland, June 25-30, 2006, pp. 101-108.
  • Bosche, F., *Teizer, J., Haas, C. T., and Caldas, C. H. (2006). “Integrating Data From 3D CAD and 3D Cameras for Real-Time Modeling.” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, June 14-16, 2006, pp. 37-46.
  • Caldas, C. H. and Soibelman, L. (2006). “A Combined Text Mining Method to Improve Document Management in Construction Projects.” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, June 14-16, 2006, pp. 2912-2918.
  • Caron, F., Razavi, S. N., Song, J., Vanheeghe, P., Duflos, E., Caldas, C., and Haas, C. (2006). “Models for Locating RFID Nodes.” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, June 14-16, 2006, pp. 145-154.
  • *Chou, C-C., Caldas, C. H., O’Connor, J. T., Sroka, A., and Goldman, G. (2006). “Designing a Decision Support Process and Model for Combined Transportation and Utility Construction Projects.” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, June 14-16, 2006, pp. 2919-2928.
  • *Grau Torrent, D. and Caldas, C. H. (2006). “Proactive Field Materials Management Using Integrated Location and Identification Sensing Technologies.” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, June 14-16, 2006, pp. 1006-1014.
  • *Teizer, J., Bosche, F., Caldas, C. H., and Haas, C. T. (2006). “Real-Time Spatial Detection and Tracking of Resources in a Construction Environment.” Proceedings of the Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, June 14-16, 2006, pp. 494-502.
  • Caldas, C. H., Haas, C. T., Liapi, K. A., and Teizer, J. (2006). “Modeling Job Sites in Real-Time to Improve Safety during Equipment Operation.” Proceedings of SPIE Vol. 6174, Smart Structures and Materials 2006: Sensors and Smart Structures Technologies for Civil, Mechanical, and Aerospace Systems, February 27, 2006, San Diego, CA, 8 pages.
  • *Teizer, J., Kim, C., Bosche, F., Caldas, C. H., and Haas, C. T. (2005). “Real-Time 3D Modeling for Accelerated and Safer Construction Using Emerging Technology.” Proceedings of 1st International Conference on Construction Engineering and Management, Seoul, Korea, October 16-19, 2005, pp. 539-543.
  • *Teizer, J., Bosche, F., Caldas, C. H., Haas, C. T., and Liapi, K. A. (2005). “Real-Time, Three-Dimensional Object Detection and Modeling in Construction.” Proceedings of the 22st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Ferrara, Italy, September 11-14, 2005.
  • Caldas, C. H., *Grau Torrent, D., and Haas, C. (2005). “GPS Technology for Locating Fabricated Pipes on Industrial Projects” Proceedings of the ASCE 2005 International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, Cancun, Mexico, July 12-15, 2005, 8 pages.
  • Song, J., Haas, C., Caldas, C., and Liapi, K. (2005). “Locating Materials on Construction Site Using Proximity Techniques.” Proceedings of the 2005 Construction Research Congress, San Diego, CA, April 5-7, 2005, pp. 550-554, 10 full-size pages.
  • *Teizer, J., Liapi, K., Caldas, C. H., and Haas, C. T. (2005). Experiments in Real-Time Spatial Data Acquisition for Obstacle Detection.” Proceedings of the 2005 Construction Research Congress, San Diego, CA, April 5-7, 2005, pp.545-549, 10 full-size pages.
  • Caldas, C. H., *Torrent, D. G., and Haas, C. T. (2004). “Integration of Automated Data Collection Technologies for Real-Time Field Materials Management.” Proceedings of the 21st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Jeju, Korea, September 21-25, 2004, 6 pages.
  • Song, J., Caldas, C., Ergen, E., Haas, C., and Akinci, B. (2004). “Field Trials of RFID Technology for Tracking Pre-Fabricated Pipe Spools.” Proceedings of the 21st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Jeju, Korea, September 21-25, 2004, 6 pages.
  • Kim, C., Haas, C. T., Caldas, C. H., and Liapi, K. A. (2004). “Spatial Data Acquisition, Integration, and Modeling for Real-Time Project Life-Cycle Applications.” Proceedings of the Xth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Weimar, Germany, June 2-4, 2004, 11 pages.
  • Caldas, C. H. and Soibelman, L. (2003). “Integration of Construction Documents in IFC Project Models.” Proceedings of the 2003 ASCE Construction Research Congress, Honolulu, HI, March 19-21, 2003, 8 pages.
  • Caldas, C. H. and Soibelman, L. (2002). “Implementing Automated Methods for Document Classification in Construction Management Information Systems.” Proceedings of the ASCE Workshop on Information Technologies in Civil Engineering, Washington, DC, November 3-7, 2002, pp. 194-210.
  • Caldas, C. and Soibelman, L. (2002). “Automated Classification Methods: Supporting the Implementation of Pull Techniques for Information Flow Management.” Proceedings of the 10th International Group for Lean Construction Conference, Gramado, Brazil, August 6-8, 2002, 12 pages.
  • Soibelman, L. and Caldas, C. (2001). “Automated Classification and Integration of Text-Based Information in Construction Inter-Organizational Systems.” Proceedings of the ASCE Specialty Conference on Fully Integrated and Automated Project Processes in Civil Engineering, Blacksburg, VA, September 26-29, 2001, pp. 246-258.
  • Soibelman, L. and Caldas, C. (2000). “Information Logistics for Construction Design Team Collaboration.” Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (VIII-ICCCBE), Stanford, CA, August 14-17, 2000, pp. 341-348.
  • Soibelman, L. and Caldas, C. (2000). “Information Logistics Approach for Construction Inter-Organizational Information Systems.” Proceedings of the CIB W78 IABSE EG-SEA-AI International Conference on Construction Information Technology (CIT 2000), Reykjavik, Iceland, June 28-30, 2000, 10 pages.
  • Soibelman, L. and Caldas, C. H. (2000). “O Uso de Extranets no Gerenciamento de Projetos: o Exemplo Norte-Americano.” Proceedings of the ENTAC-2000, Salvador, Brazil, April 26-28, 2000, 8 pages.
  • Caldas, C. and Limmer, C. (1991). “Integrating Time and Cost Information in Project Planning and Control Systems.” Proceedings of the XI ENEGEP, Rio de Janeiro-Brazil, September 1991.

Books Edited:
  • Proceedings of the 2009 International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, edited by Carlos H. Caldas and William J. O’Brien, ASCE, Reston, VA, June 24-27, 2009, 691p.
  • Proceedings of the International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, edited by Carlos H. Caldas, William J. O’Brien, Seokho Chi, Jie Gong, and Xiaowei Luo, June 24-27, 2009, 595p.

Technical Reports:
  • Construction Industry Institute (CII) Research Team 252 (2009). “Craft Productivity Research Program – Phase I.” Research Summary 252-1, Austin, TX, 2009.
  • Construction Industry Institute (CII) Research Team 240 (2008). “Leveraging Technology to Improve Construction Productivity.” Research Summary 240-1, Austin, TX, 2008.
  • Construction Industry Institute (CII) Research Team 240 (2008). “LEVER: The Technology Prediction Tool.” Implementation Resource 240-2, Austin, TX, 2008.
  • Caldas, C. H., Le, T., Gibson, G. E., and Thole, M. (2007). “Identifying Right-of-Way Requirements during the Project Development Process.” TxDOT Research Report 0-5478-1, October 2007.
  • Caldas, C. H., Gibson, G. E., and Le, T. (2007). “User Guide for the Advanced Planning Risk Analysis Tool For Transportation Projects.” TxDOT Research Report 0-5478-P1, August 2007.
  • Caldas, C. H., Gibson, G. E., and Le, T. (2007). “TxDOT Best Practices Model and Implementation Guide for Advance Planning Risk Analysis for Transportation Projects.” TxDOT Research Report 0-5478-P2, August 2007.
  • Gibson, G. E, Caldas, C. H., Yohe, A. M., and Weerasooriya, R. (2007). “An Analysis of Lessons Learned Programs in the Construction Industry.” Construction Industry Institute (CII) Research Report 230-11, 2007.
  • Construction Industry Institute (CII) Research Team 230 (2007). “Effective Management Practices and Technologies for Lessons Learned Programs.” Research Summary 230-1, Austin, TX, 2007.
  • Construction Industry Institute (CII) Research Team 230 (2007). “Implementation of Lessons Learned Programs.” Implementation Resource 230-2, Austin, TX, 2007.
  • Caldas, C., Zhang, Z., Kockelman, K., Persad, K., Medina, D., and Chung, E. (2006). “Best Practices in Right-of-Way Valuations and Negotiations Report.” TxDOT Research Report 0-5379-1, October 2006, Rev. January 2007.
  • O’Connor, J. T., Caldas, C. H., Goldman, G., and Chou, C. (2006). “Effectiveness of the Combined Transportation and Utility Construction Strategy.” TxDOT Research Report 0-4997-1, October 2006.
  • Zhang, Z., Caldas, C. H., Moulvi, N., Piepmeyer, Z., and Liang L. (2006). “Electronic Appraisal Development Study.” TxDOT Research Report 9-1523-1, August 2006.
  • Kockelman, K., Caldas, C. H., Zhang, Z., Escatel, R., and Gao, L. (2006). “Estimating the Cost of Right-of-Way Acquisitions Along Texas Corridors.” TxDOT Research Report 5-4079-01-1, August 2006.
  • Kockelman, K., Caldas, C. H., Zhang, Z., Escatel, R., and Gao, L. (2006). “Right-of-Way Cost Estimating Tool User Manual.” TxDOT Research Report 5-4079-01-P1, August 2006.
  • Caldas, C., Zhang, Z., Kockelman, K., Persad, K., Medina, D., and Chung, E. (2006). “Synthesis of Best Practices in Right-of-Way Valuations and Negotiations.” TxDOT Research Report 0-5379-P1, August 2006.
  • Caldas, C., Zhang, Z., Kockelman, K., Persad, K., Medina, D., and Chung, E. (2006). “TxDOT Guidebook for Right-of-Way Valuations and Negotiations.” TxDOT Research Report 0-5379-P2, August 2006.
  • O’Connor, J. T., Caldas, C. H., Goldman, G., and Chou, C. (2005). “Combined Transportation and Utility Construction: Analysis of Approach.” TxDOT Research Report 0-4997-P1, October 2005.
  • Caldas, C. H., Haas, C. T., Grau Torrent, D., Wood, C. R., and Porter, R. (2004). “Field Trials of GPS Technology for Locating Fabricated Pipe in Laydown Yards.” FIATECH, College of Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, October 2004.
  • Song, J., Haas, C., Caldas, C., Ergen, E., Akinci, B., Wood, C. R., and Wadepuhl, J. (2004). “Field Trials of RFID Technology for Tracking Fabricated Pipe – Phase II.” FIATECH, College of Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, August 2004.
  • Akinci, B., Ergen, E., Haas, C., Caldas, C., Song, J., Wood, C. R., and Wadepuhl, J. (2004). “Field Trials of RFID Technology for Tracking Fabricated Pipe.” FIATECH, College of Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, February 2004.

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