Cost Estimating
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This paper describes a project undertaken with industry to develop a software tool that automates the configuration of conceptual aircraft systems so that their costs can be estimated. The development of accurate cost estimates at the... more
Complete List of Authors: Di Stefano, Paolo; Universita' degli Studi di L'Aquila, Department of Mechanical Engineering Di Angelo, Luca; Università degli Studi di L'Aquila, Department of Mechanical Engineering ... Keywords:... more
Estimation is the first step in the project development process. Information technology provides an efficient platform for estimators to obtain quotations and specifications for their bid estimates. However, in practice, project overhead... more
... survey was conducted to gain a better understanding of this multibillion dollar industry, which is relatively unfamiliar to many in the construction sector. ... performed (eg, applications, value, duration, type of product installed),... more
Little research has been carried out on before-and-after studies of traffic and construction costs in large transportation infrastructure projects. The few studies that do exist show that forecasts of construction costs tend to be... more
Little research has been carried out on before-and-after studies of traffic and construction costs in large transportation infrastructure projects. The few studies that do exist show that forecasts of construction costs tend to be... more
This review evaluates a diverse portfolio of technologies that produce hydrogen from renewable energy sources. A number of literature surveys and efficient hydrogen formation pathways are compared. The continuous improvement in hydrogen... more