GRADUATE STUDENTS

Abu Nokta, A., Mazhari, M., Kalateh, M. H., Hamzeh, F., Al Hussein, M., and Hammad, A. “A lean-based approach to streamline production and reduce waste in precast concrete panel manufacturing.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Abu Nokta, A., Darwish, M., and Al Hussein, M. “Enhancing data management efficiency in precast concrete manufacturing through a custom database solution.” Accepted (Mar., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Enaloui, R., Mazhari, M., Kalateh, M. H., Patel, P., Abu Nokta, A., Maru, K., Hammad, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Enhancing building energy management for climate resilience and sustainability: Integrating MATLAB, IoT, and KBDSS.” Proceedings, Housing & Building National Research Center International Conference, Cairo, Egypt, Dec. 14–17, 2024.

Deyaaldeen Alnakdali

Research focus: Integrating offsite and onsite construction methods using advanced technologies

PhD student

alnakdal@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education, and Publications

Research InterestsDeya is interested in integrating offsite and onsite construction methods using advanced technologies. By exploring innovative construction approaches, he aims to improve sustainability, reduce construction waste, enhance project efficiency, and minimize environmental impact in construction.
Education

Mohamed Assaf

Research focus: Enhancing the implementation of offsite construction projects using virtual reality and wearable sensors

PhD student

massaf2@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education and Publications

Research InterestsMohamed’s research focuses on off-site construction management. The main focus of his research is on integrating advanced technologies in managing the cost and schedule of offsite construction projects.
Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (2018), Asyut University, Egypt
Master of Science in Project Management (2022), Department of Building and Real Estate, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong.

Publications

Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Zhang, Y., Al-Hussein, M., and Li, X. “MetaModular: A system to achieve collaborative planning decisions in modular construction projects using metaverse technology.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Assaf, S., Assaf, M., Li, X., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “A digital twin-based system for indoor environmental quality monitoring in off-site construction facilities.” Accepted (Mar., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Al-Hussein, M., and Li, X. “Metaverse applications in the construction research: Are we there yet?” Accepted (Feb., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 CIB World Building Congress, West Lafayette, IN, USA, May 19–23, 2025.
Assaf, M., Li, X., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Critical review of virtual reality applications in offsite construction research.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(11), 03124007.
Assaf, M., Hedges O., Mao, Z., Golabchi, H., Li, X., Gonzalez, V. and Hamzeh, F. (2024). “A BIM-lean approach to implement lean principles in offsite construction projects: A cable-stayed bridge case study.” Proceedings, 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Auckland, New Zealand, Jul. 1–5, 2024, pp. 684–696.
Assaf, M., Lemouchi, R., Al-Hussein, M., and Li, X. (2024). “Virtual reality-based blockchain application for optimized collaborative decisions of modular construction.” Proceedings, 41st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Lille, France, Jun. 3–5, 2024, pp. 331–338.
Lemouchi, R., Assaf, M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Reinforcement learning-enhanced path planning for mobile cranes in dynamic construction environments: A virtual reality simulation approach.” Proceedings, 41st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Lille, France, Jun. 3–5, 2024, pp. 880–887.
Boutouhami, I., Bouferguene, A., Lemouchi, R., Assaf, M., Al-Hussein, M., and Kosa, J. (2024). “Hybrid approaches for handling mobile crane location problems in construction sites.” Proceedings, 2023 Winter Simulation Conference, San Antonio, TX, USA, Dec. 10–13, 2023, pp. 2722–2733.
Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Correa, W., Lemouchi, R., and Mohamed, Y. (2023). “A hybrid simulation-based optimization framework for managing modular bridge construction projects: A cable-stayed.” Proceedings, 2023 Winter Simulation Conference, San Antonio, TX, USA, Dec. 10–13, 2023, pp. 3094–3105.
Assaf, M., Lemouchi, R., Al-Hussein, M., and Li, X. (2023). “A collaborative planning model for offsite construction based on virtual reality and game engines.” Proceedings, Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, Florence, Italy, Nov. 13–16, 2023, pp. 46–56.
Lemouchi, R., Assaf, M., Boutouhami, K., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2023). “Safety training for rigging using virtual reality.” Proceedings, Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, Florence, Italy, Nov. 13–16, 2023, pp. 185–195.
Assaf, M., Hussein, M., Abdelkhalek, S., and Zayed, T. (2023). “A multi-criteria decision-making model for selecting the best project delivery systems for offsite construction projects." Buildings, 13(2), 571.
Assaf, M., Salami, L., Salhab, D., and Hammad, A. (2023). “Promoting the IPD delivery method in construction projects: A BIM-based smart contract approach.” Proceedings, 31st Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Lille, France, Jun. 26–30, 2023, pp. 69-80.
Assaf, M., Atsegbua J., Golabchi, H., Mohamed, Y., Lefsrud, L., and Sattari F. “An optimized machine learning approach to classify incidents in the Canadian construction industry.” Accepted (Apr., 2023) for publication in Proceedings, 2023 Canadian Society for Civil Engineering Annual Conference, Moncton, NB, Canada, May 24–27, 2023.
Assaf, M., Hussein, M., Alsulami, B. T., and Zayed, T. (2022). “A mixed review of cash flow modeling: Potential of blockchain for modular construction.” Buildings, 12(12), 2054.

Sena Assaf

Research focus: Towards human centric construction manufacturing: Promoting a healthy and productive working environment

PhD candidate

sassaf1@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education and Publications

Research Interests

BackgroundSena obtained her Bachelor of Engineering and her Master's in Engineering (Construction Management) from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon. Her Master’s thesis work tackled the integration of data analytics and machine learning tools to accurately forecast occupant complaints in a residential complex to support planning of maintenance staff allocation. She has two years of experience in data analytics, database management, and strategic planning in Lebanon and Saudi Arabia.
Current Research

Education

Bachelor of Engineering, (2018), American University of Beirut, Lebanon
Master of Engineering, Construction Management (2020), American University of Beirut, Lebanon

Publications
Journal papers

Alsakka, F., Assaf, S., El-Chami, I., and Al-Hussein, M. (2023). “Computer vision applications in offsite construction.” Automation in Construction, 154, 104980.
Assaf, S., and Srour, I. (2021). “Using a data driven neural network approach to forecast building occupant complaints.” Building and Environment, 200, 107972.

Conference papers

Assaf, S., Zelele, T., RazaviAlavi, R., Hojjati, A., Ahn, S., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “A novel framework for developing a dynamic survey dashboard: Case study of a self-assessment and planning survey for off-site construction facilities.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Assaf, S., Mayte, D., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Factors influencing workers in industrialized construction: Towards human-centric construction manufacturing.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Zhang, Y., Al-Hussein, M., and Li, X. “MetaModular: A system to achieve collaborative planning decisions in modular construction projects using metaverse technology.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Assaf, S., Assaf, M., Li, X., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “A digital twin-based system for indoor environmental quality monitoring in off-site construction facilities.” Accepted (Mar., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Al-Hussein, M., and Li, X. “Metaverse applications in the construction research: Are we there yet?” Accepted (Feb., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 CIB World Building Congress, West Lafayette, IN, USA, May 19–23, 2025.
Assaf, S., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Well-being assessment and evaluation framework for the off-site construction industry.” Accepted (Jan., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 CIB World Building Congress, West Lafayette, IN, USA, May 19–23, 2025.
Assaf, S., Ezzedine, F., Nahle, A., Zahr, H., and Hamzeh, F. (2024). “Evaluating the awareness of designing out waste in construction: A lean–green synergy”. Proceedings, 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Auckland, New Zealand, Jul. 1–5, 2024, pp. 1015–1026.
Ead, R., Liu, K., Saleh, A., Assaf, S., Gonzalez-Moret, V., and Hamzeh, F. (2024). “A fuzzy expert system for measuring the degree of lean implementation in construction projects”. Proceedings, 32nd Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Auckland, New Zealand, Jul. 1–5, 2024, pp. 1147–1158.
Assaf, S., Alsakka, F., Darwish, M., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Simulation-based analysis of a precast factory layout to reduce labor travel time and production time.” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress: Advanced Technologies, Automation, and Computer Applications in Construction, Des Moines, IA, USA, Mar. 20–23, 2024, pp. 1087–1096.
Assaf, S., Mao, Z., Momenifar, S., and Hammad, A. (2024). “Evaluating machine learning and AHP tools for the pre-qualification of construction contractors based on occupational health and safety criteria.” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress, Des Moines, IA, USA, Mar. 20–23, 2024, pp. 758–768.
Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Correa, W., Lemouchi, R., and Mohamed, Y. (2023). “A hybrid simulation-based optimization framework for managing modular bridge construction projects: A cable-stayed.” Proceedings, 2023 Winter Simulation Conference, San Antonio, TX, USA, Dec. 10–13, 2023, pp. 3094–3105.
Darwish, M., Alsakka, F., Assaf, S., and Al-Hussein, M. (2022). “Automated BIM-based CNC file generator for wood panel framing machines in construction manufacturing.” Proceedings, Modular and Offsite Construction (MOC) Summit, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Jul. 27–29, 2022, pp. 98–105.
Assaf, S., Liu, K., Maou, Z., Saleh, A., Abellanosa, A., & Mohamed, Y. “The Analysis of Construction Workplace Incident Fatalities Using Text Mining and Classification Techniques”. Accepted (2023) for publication in Proceedings, Canadian Society for Civil Engineering, Moncton, NB, Canada, May 24–27, 2023.
Sawma Awad, J., Assaf, S., Safa, B., and Srour, I. (2022). “Forecasting field production using machine learning time series.” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress 2022, Arlington, VA, USA, Mar. 9–12, 2022, pp. 77–86.
Assaf, S., Awada, M., and Srour, I. (Nov., 2020). “Data driven approach to forecast building occupant complaints.” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress 2020: Computer Applications (pp. 172–180). Reston, VA: American Society of Civil Engineers.
Abou Dargham, S., Assaf, S., Faour, K., and Hamzeh, F. (2019). “Optimizing material-related costs using dynamic site layout and supply chain planning.” Proceedings, 27th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction: Vol. 1, Dublin, Ireland, Jul. 3–5, 2019, pp. 699–710.
Assaf, S., and Faour, K. (2018). “Low-cost construction using waste materials.” Proceedings, AUB Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering and Architecture IDEAS 2018, Beirut, Lebanon.

Xue (Ella) Chen

Research focus: A vision-based framework for non-productive time identification and optimization in off-site construction

PhD candidate

xue15@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background and Education

Research InterestsXue Chen's research interests include process improvement in modular construction, infrastructure maintenance, assessment of neighbourhood accessibility, urban planning, and building information modelling (BIM).
BackgroundDuring her master's degree at the Harbin Institute of Technology, Xue Chen carried out research on the influence of new community developments on road capacity, as well as research on the quality of new developments.
Education

Master of Engineering, Architecture and Civil Engineering (2020), Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Management (2018), Ocean University of China, Qingdao, Shandong, China

Publications

Chen, X., Zeng, W., Liu, R., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Optimizing machine utilization in off-site construction using computer vision methods.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Zelele, T., Shamsollahi, D., Chen, X., Razavialav, S., Hojjati, A., Ahn, S., Medipoor, A., Bouferguene, A., Al-Hussein, M., and Moselhi, O. “Life cycle assessment in offsite construction: A rapid literature review.” Accepted (May, 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Modular and Offsite Construction Summit, Jul. 28–31, 2025, Montréal, QC, Canada.
Chen, X., Zeng, W., Liu, R., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Non-productive time reduction in off-site construction: A predictive analytics approach using deep learning.” Accepted (Mar., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Chen, X., Li, K., Yang, F., Alam Bhuiyan, M. M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Application of leagile theory in construction industry to improve value-creating activities.” Accepted (Jan., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 CIB World Building Congress, West Lafayette, IN, USA, May 19–23, 2025.
Chen, X., Correa, W., Lemouchi, R., Ramón, A., Al-Hussein, M., and Bouferguene, A. “Computer vision-based work productivity optimization with lean principles and simulation method.” Accepted (Apr., 2024) for publication in Proceedings, 2024 CSCE Annual Conference, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, Jun. 5–7, 2024.
Chen, X., Wang, Y., Wang, J., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Vision-based real-time process monitoring and problem feedback for productivity-oriented analysis in off-site construction.” Automation in Construction, 162, 105389.

William Camilo Correa Vergara

Research focus: Process resilience assessment for the off-site construction industry

PhD student

correave@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education, and Publications

Research InterestsWilliam's research interest lies in the identification and measurement of resilience and the application of resilience theory in the context of off-site construction (OSC). The focus of his current research is on the understanding of disrupting events that affect the OSC industry and the development of tools to mitigate and control them.

Education

Master of Science, Civil Engineering (2017), University of Los Andes, Bogota, Colombia (thesis title: "Use of Simulated Annealing algorithm for cost optimization of Box Culvert production")
Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering (2015), University of Los Andes, Bogota, Colombia (thesis title: "Shaking Box design, construction and test on small shaking table and centrifuge modeling")

Publications
Journal papers
Conference papers

Correa, W., Ramirez, D., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Building planning capacity in the offsite construction industry: Introducing the theory of constraints for process optimization.” Accepted (May, 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Modular and Offsite Construction Summit, Jul. 28–31, 2025, Montréal, QC, Canada.
Chen, X., Correa, W., Lemouchi, R., Ramón, A., Al-Hussein, M., and Bouferguene, A. “Computer vision-based work productivity optimization with lean principles and simulation method.” Accepted (Apr., 2024) for publication in Proceedings, 2024 CSCE Annual Conference, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, Jun. 5–7, 2024.
Lemouchi, R., Correa W., Ramon, A., Chen, X., Bouferguene, A., and Hamzeh, F. "Optimizing safety and productivity with discrete event and agent-based hybrid simulation". Accepted (Apr., 2024) for publication in Proceedings, 2024 CSCE Annual Conference, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, Jun. 5–7, 2024.
Assaf, M., Assaf, S., Correa, W., Lemouchi, R., and Mohamed, Y. (2023). “A hybrid simulation-based optimization framework for managing modular bridge construction projects: A cable-stayed.” Proceedings, 2023 Winter Simulation Conference, San Antonio, TX, USA, Dec. 10–13, 2023, pp. 3094–3105.

Mohammad Elahi

Research focus: Modular homebuilding and scheduling

PhD student

mhelahi@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education, and Publications

Research Interests

Education

MEng, Civil and Environmental Engineering (2013), University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
BSc, Computer Engineering (1999), Shiraz University, Iran

Publications
Journal papers
Conference papers

Reza Enaloui

Research focus: Self-sustained microgrid based on solar PV and reversible solid oxide cells

PhD student

menaloui@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education, and Publications

BackgroundReza has extensive experience in industrial automation, oil and gas, and electronics R&D, and he is an expert in microcontroller-/microprocessor-based design (AVR, PIC, ARM, and FPGA), embedded firmware development (C and C++ programming), power systems (HVAC, HVDC), switchgear, batteries, UPS, electrical motors and pumps, control engineering and components (PLC, Sensors, relays, transducers, etc.), and is a Certified Product Manager familiar with Design for Test (DFT), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Product Certification (CSA, UL, CE), EMI/EMC, and regulatory frameworks. He is also well-versed in real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, MQX, and Embedded Linux, is proficient in communication bus logic (SPI, I2C, UART, TCP/IP, USB, CAN) and wireless communication (ZigBee, 802.11, Bluetooth), and is an expert in full project life cycle management, client/vendor/stakeholder relationship management, and financial/operational management, with a proven track record of developing strategic plans, evaluation, development, and deployment of several technical projects within Alberta and overseas.
Current Research

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering, Qazvin Islamic Azad University (Qazvin, Iran)

Publications

Enaloui, R., Sharifi, S., Faridpak, B., Hammad, A., Al-Hussein, M., and Musilek, P. (2025). “Techno-economic assessment of a solar-powered green hydrogen storage concept based on reversible solid oxide cells for residential micro-grid: A case study in Calgary.” Energy, 319, 134981.
Enaloui, R., Mazhari, M., Kalateh, M. H., Patel, P., Abu Nokta, A., Maru, K., Hammad, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Enhancing building energy management for climate resilience and sustainability: Integrating MATLAB, IoT, and KBDSS.” Proceedings, Housing & Building National Research Center International Conference, Cairo, Egypt, Dec. 14–17, 2024.

Mohamad Itani

Research focus: Optimization of sheathing installation in construction: Leveraging robotics and AI for improved efficiency

MSc student

mitani1@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education, and Publications

Background

Current Research

Education

Publications

Runcong Liu

Research focus: Data analytics, modelling, and simulation to support diagnostics and uncertainty analysis of sustainability parameters in buildings

PhD student

runcong@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education, and Publications

Background

Current Research

Education

Publications

Chen, X., Zeng, W., Liu, R., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Optimizing machine utilization in off-site construction using computer vision methods.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Chen, X., Zeng, W., Liu, R., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Non-productive time reduction in off-site construction: A predictive analytics approach using deep learning.” Accepted (Mar., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.

Shuai Liu

Research focus: A multifaceted-optimization framework for precast concrete component production

PhD candidate

sl5@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education and Publications

Research InterestsProcess optimization for modular construction including production, logistics, and on-site installation
Current ResearchLayout optimization of a precast concrete factory
Education
Publications

Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2024). “Crane signalman hand-signal classification framework using sensor-based smart construction glove and machine-learning algorithms.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(8), 04024094.
Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Ali, G.M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2023). “Scientometric analysis and critical review on the application of deep learning in the construction industry.” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 50(4), 253–269.
Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Ali, G. M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2023). “A deep learning classification framework for reducing communication errors in dynamic hand signaling for crane operation.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 149(2), 04022167.
Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Ali, G. M., Bouferguene, A., Al-Hussein, M., and Soda (2022). “Mobile crane signalman static hand signals classification framework using deep convolution neural network.” Proceedings, 34th European Modeling & Simulation Symposium, Rome, Italy, Sep. 19–21, 2022, ISSN 2724-0029.
Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Ali, G. M., Bouferguene, A., Al-Hussein, M., and Hassan, I. (2022). “Keyword identification framework for speech communication on construction sites.” Proceedings, 2022 Modular and Offsite Construction Summit, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Jul. 27–29, pp. 106–113.
Liu, S., Mansoor, A., Ali, G. M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2023). “Axiomatic design-based optimization framework for factory logistics design in precast concrete construction.” Proceedings, 2022 Canadian Society for Civil Engineering Annual Conference, Vol. 1, Whistler, BC, Canada, May 25–28, 2022, Part of the Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering book series, R. Gupta et al. (Eds.), Springer, Cham, Vol. 363, pp. 473–491.
Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Ali, G. M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2023). “The effectiveness of data augmentation in construction site-related image classification.” Proceedings, Canadian Society for Civil Engineering Annual Conference, Vol. 1, Whistler, BC, Canada, May 25–28, 2022, Part of the Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering book series, R. Gupta et al. (Eds.), Springer, Cham, Vol. 363, pp. 247–257.
Ali, G.M., Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2021). “A decision support system for estimating allowable soil bearing capacity for mobile crane work.” Proceedings, 2nd International Conference on Civil Engineering Fundamentals and Applications (ICCEFA'21) (virtual conference), Nov. 21–23, paper no. 122.
Ali, G. M., Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Olearczyk, J., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2021). "Decision support for hydraulic crane stabilization using combined loading and crane mat strength analysis." Automation in Construction, 131, 103884.
Ali, G.M., Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Olearczyk, J., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2021). “Simulation of ground bearing pressure profile under hydraulic crane outrigger mats for the verification of 16-point combined loading.” Procedia Computer Science (Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing, Linz, Austria, Nov. 23–25, 2020), Vol. 180, pp. 482–491.
Liu, S., Mansoor, A., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2020). "The performance evaluation of different modular construction supply chain configurations using discrete event simulation." Proceedings, Construction Research Congress 2020: Computer Applications, Tempe, AZ, USA, Mar. 8–10, pp. 944–953.
Mansoor, A., Liu, S., Ali, G.M., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2020). "Conceptual framework for safety improvement in mobile cranes." Proceedings, Construction Research Congress 2020: Computer Applications, Tempe, AZ, USA, Mar. 8–10, pp. 964–971.
Liu, S., Mansoor, A., Kugyelka, B., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. (2019). "On-site assembly of modular building using discrete event simulation." Proceedings, Winter Simulation Conference, National Harbor, MD, USA, Dec. 8–11.

Julie Muñoz

Research focus: Intelligent BIM-based drafting & design for manufacturing and manufacturing productivity

MSc student

jamunoz@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education and Publications

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Research Interests

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Conference papers

Monica Rajbhandari

Research focus:

MSc student

mrajbhan@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education and Publications

Background.
Research Interests

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Pokhara University, Nepal

Publications
Journal papers

Conference papers

Rajbhandari, M., Bouferguene, A., and Al Hussein, M. “Comparative analysis of different machine learning models for sewer pipe defects detection: Faster-RCNN, Single Shot Detector (SSD) and YOLOv8.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.

Weining Zeng

Research focus: Applications of MRP systems in off-site construction to optimize material planning and resource allocation.

PhD student

weining3@ualberta.ca

Interests, Background, Education and Publications

Background.
Research InterestsWeining is interested in applications of MRP systems in off-site construction to optimize material planning and resource allocation. Additionally, Weining is interested in integrating Extended Reality technologies and the Internet of Things to create a digital twin-based intelligent construction lifecycle data management system.
Education

Publications
Journal papers

Conference papers

Chen, X., Zeng, W., Liu, R., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Optimizing machine utilization in off-site construction using computer vision methods.” Accepted (Apr., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, Joint CSCE Construction Specialty Conference / ASCE Construction Research Congress, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.
Chen, X., Zeng, W., Liu, R., Bouferguene, A., and Al-Hussein, M. “Non-productive time reduction in off-site construction: A predictive analytics approach using deep learning.” Accepted (Mar., 2025) for publication in Proceedings, 2025 International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Montréal, QC, Canada, Jul. 28–31, 2025.

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