DIGITAL MODELING OF HIGHWAYS AND THE ROLE OF BIM TECHNOLOGIES
Keywords:
BIM, digital modeling, highways, infrastructure, digital twins, road design, GIS, 3D modelingAbstract
This article explores the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital technologies in highway design, construction, and management. It examines fundamental concepts of BIM, relevant standards for highway projects, and workflows for digital corridor modeling, including data collection, GIS integration, and 3D modeling. A comparative analysis highlights the differences between traditional design methods and BIM-based approaches, emphasizing improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration. The study also discusses the role of digital twin technology in monitoring and maintaining highway infrastructure. Finally, challenges and limitations, such as high costs, technical complexity, data interoperability, and regulatory barriers, are addressed, providing insights for future implementation and research in the field of digital highway engineering.
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