Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Aggregates Classification01:29

Aggregates Classification

1.1K
Aggregate classification is generally based on its size, petrographic characteristics, weight, and source. Size classification ranges from coarse to fine aggregates, defined by the size of the particles. Coarse aggregates are particles that do not pass through ASTM sieve No. 4, and aggregates that pass through the sieve are fine aggregates.
Petrographic classification groups aggregates based on common mineralogical characteristics. Some of the common mineral groups found in aggregates are...
1.1K
Design Example: Dimensioning of Concrete Masonry Construction01:13

Design Example: Dimensioning of Concrete Masonry Construction

334
For the construction of a storeroom using concrete masonry units, it's essential to align the dimensions of the structure with the actual sizes of the blocks and the intended mortar joints. On the site in question, there's a stockpile of concrete masonry blocks with a nominal size of eight by eight by sixteen inches, which are to be used in the construction of the storeroom.
The site engineer has laid out a plan for the storeroom with external dimensions of twelve feet in length and...
334
Deleterious Substances in Aggregate01:25

Deleterious Substances in Aggregate

608
Deleterious substances in aggregates can be detrimental to the quality and durability of concrete. These substances include organic impurities like loam, which interfere with cement hydration and are usually present in the sand. These prevent a good bond between aggregate and cement paste. Organic impurities can be detected using the colorimetric test, where the darkness of a solution after agitation indicates the level of organic content.
Another type of impurity is clay and fine material that...
608
Design Example: Managing Concrete Workability01:14

Design Example: Managing Concrete Workability

317
This example deals with managing the workability of concrete for a raft foundation project under hot weather conditions. Workability is crucial for ensuring the concrete is easy to place, compact, and finish. In this scenario, a slump test — a common method to measure the workability of fresh concrete — initially indicated low workability. This was attributed to the rapid water loss from the concrete mix, exacerbated by the high temperatures causing the course aggregates to heat up.
317
Estimation of the Physical Quantities01:05

Estimation of the Physical Quantities

8.1K
On many occasions, physicists, other scientists, and engineers need to make estimates of a particular quantity. These are sometimes referred to as guesstimates, order-of-magnitude approximations, back-of-the-envelope calculations, or Fermi calculations. The physicist Enrico Fermi was famous for his ability to estimate various kinds of data with surprising precision. Estimating does not mean guessing a number or a formula at random. Instead, estimation means using prior experience and sound...
8.1K
Design Example: Analyzing Capacity Contours for Flood Risk Assessment01:17

Design Example: Analyzing Capacity Contours for Flood Risk Assessment

338
Flood risk assessment involves careful planning and analysis to ensure the safety of communities near water retention structures. Capacity contours are a vital tool in this process, as they illustrate the potential spread of water at specific levels in a given area. In the context of building a bund across a small valley, these contours play a critical role in evaluating the safety of nearby residential areas.In this example, the bund is intended to store stormwater in the valley. The engineers...
338

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Systemic atopy and upper-airway disease define susceptibility to incident asthma after COVID-19 in Korea.

Nature communications·2026
Same author

Trends and seasonal variation in the incidence and prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome in Korea: a multicenter OMOP CDM study.

Frontiers in public health·2026
Same author

Multi-herb formulations modulating gut microbiota: A systematic review and data-driven analysis.

Journal of ethnopharmacology·2026
Same author

Age-Dependent Role of Cough Hypersensitivity in Transition to Refractory Chronic Cough.

Clinical and experimental allergy : journal of the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology·2026
Same author

Life's Essential 8 and Suicide Risk: A Population-Level Study of Cardiovascular Health as a Mental Health Indicator.

Psychiatry investigation·2026
Same author

Impact of Carboplatin-Free Interval on Hypersensitivity Risks in Solid Tumor Patients with Silent Sensitization.

Cancer research and treatment·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 20, 2026

The Effect of Construction and Demolition Waste Plastic Fractions on Wood-Polymer Composite Properties
09:06

The Effect of Construction and Demolition Waste Plastic Fractions on Wood-Polymer Composite Properties

Published on: June 7, 2020

8.6K

An estimation framework for building information modeling (BIM)-based demolition waste by type.

Young-Chan Kim1, Won-Hwa Hong2, Jae-Woo Park2

  • 11 Innovative Durable Building and Infrastructure Research Center, Hanyang University, Ansan, Korea.

Waste Management & Research : the Journal of the International Solid Wastes and Public Cleansing Association, ISWA
|October 28, 2017
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This study introduces a Building Information Modeling (BIM) framework for early demolition waste (DW) estimation. It enables consistent DW quantification from the design phase, improving waste management planning.

Keywords:
Building information modelingdemolition wasteestimation by typeframework

More Related Videos

Measuring Carbon-based Contaminant Mineralization Using Combined CO2 Flux and Radiocarbon Analyses
11:19

Measuring Carbon-based Contaminant Mineralization Using Combined CO2 Flux and Radiocarbon Analyses

Published on: October 21, 2016

12.4K
Author Spotlight: Advancing Anaerobic Microbiota Research Using a Novel Respirometry Protocol
06:11

Author Spotlight: Advancing Anaerobic Microbiota Research Using a Novel Respirometry Protocol

Published on: April 26, 2024

1.9K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 20, 2026

The Effect of Construction and Demolition Waste Plastic Fractions on Wood-Polymer Composite Properties
09:06

The Effect of Construction and Demolition Waste Plastic Fractions on Wood-Polymer Composite Properties

Published on: June 7, 2020

8.6K
Measuring Carbon-based Contaminant Mineralization Using Combined CO2 Flux and Radiocarbon Analyses
11:19

Measuring Carbon-based Contaminant Mineralization Using Combined CO2 Flux and Radiocarbon Analyses

Published on: October 21, 2016

12.4K
Author Spotlight: Advancing Anaerobic Microbiota Research Using a Novel Respirometry Protocol
06:11

Author Spotlight: Advancing Anaerobic Microbiota Research Using a Novel Respirometry Protocol

Published on: April 26, 2024

1.9K

Area of Science:

  • Construction Management
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Sustainable Building

Background:

  • Existing demolition waste (DW) quantification methods lack standardized classification systems, limiting accurate estimation.
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM) offers comprehensive building lifecycle data management but is underutilized for the demolition phase.
  • Early estimation of DW type and volume is crucial for effective waste management but lacks adequate tools.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a Building Information Modeling (BIM)-based framework for estimating demolition waste (DW) during the early design stages.
  • To facilitate streamlined planning, processing, and management of construction and demolition waste.
  • To address the limitations in current DW estimation by integrating BIM with construction material classification systems.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a BIM-based framework to estimate DW from the initial design phase.
  • Matched construction materials between the Korean construction classification system and BIM library data.
  • Calculated DW estimates by type using weight/unit volume factors and DW volume change rates.

Main Results:

  • Successfully demonstrated the framework's operation using actual BIM modeling.
  • Validated the framework's estimation accuracy by comparing results with existing literature.
  • Established a method for early and consistent DW quantification through BIM integration.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed BIM-based framework enables early and accurate estimation of demolition waste (DW).
  • This approach supports effective waste management planning and execution from the design stage onwards.
  • The study contributes to automated DW estimation at both building and district levels.