Dimensional Modeling Technology: Past, Present, and Future

Abstract

The term dimensional modeling (D) is gaining increased usage in the field of information communication technologies (ICTs) in construction; the concept is heightened by the £0.5-million-funded three-dimensional (3D) to D modeling project at the University of Salford in the United Kingdom. D modeling is an evolution of the four-dimensional modeling concept and aims to integrate an th number of design dimensions into a holistic model that enables users to portray and visually project a building design over its complete life cycle.

Keywords: Dimensional modeling, computer-aided design, sustainability.