Building Modularization
Advanced Technologies in Modular Construction
– Robotic Arms for Modular Construction
– UNLV Solar Decathlon 2020 Project Drone View
– Building Module Transport: Implementing Drones for Improved Logistics
– VR+4D Schedule Research

– 3D Point Clouds for Modular Construction
– 360 Camera
– LiDAR
Design of Modules

Execution of Modular Construction
– UNLV Solar Decathlon 2020 Project



Infrastructure Resiliency through Modular Construction

Publications on Building Modularization
Lee, D., Wen, L., Choi, J., Lee, S. (2023). Sensor Integrated Hybrid Blockchain System for Supply Chain Coordination in Volumetric Modular Construction. ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management.
Kapsikar, P.*, Choi, J.^ (2023). Lessons Learned from Developing a 3D Point Cloud Model of a Modular House by Photogrammetric Approach. Proceedings of 2023 ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering (i3CE2023).
Song, S.*, Kim, H., Choi, J., Cho, H. (2023). Analysis of Potential Schedule-Delaying Elements for Volumetric Module Transportation. Proceedings of Creative Construction Conference 2023 (pp. 418-425). Budapest University of Technology and Economics.
Song, S.*, Kwon, W., Choi, J., Cho, H. (2023). Economic Alternative for Volumetric Module Lifting/Offloading. Proceeding of the Korean Institute of Building Construction Spring Conference, Jeju, S. Korea, May 2023, 23(1), p75-76.
Poudel, B.*, Choi, J.^ (2022). Steel Module-to-Concrete Core Connection Methods in High Rise Modular Buildings: A Critical Review. Proceeding of the 2022 International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 20-23 June 2022, p571-578.
Song, S.*, Choi, J.^, Lee, S.* (2022). The Current State and Future Directions of Industrial Robotic Arms in Modular Construction. Proceeding of the 2022 International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 20-23 June 2022, P336-343.
Kithas, K.A.*, Choi, J.^ (2022). Hands-on Education Module for Modular Construction, 3D Design, and 4D Schedule. Proceeding of the 2022 International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 20-23 June 2022, p484-491.
Khodabandelu, A.*, Park, J., Choi, J., Sanei, M. (2022). Analysis of a Long Volumetric Module Lift Using Single and Multiple Cranes. Proceeding of the 2022 International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 20-23 June 2022, p563-570.
Choi, J., Lee, S.*, Weber, E. (2022). Lessons Learned during the Early Phases of a Modular Project: A Case Study of UNLV’s Solar Decathlon 2020 Project. Proceeding of the 2022 International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 20-23 June 2022, p543-550.
Lee, S.*, Choi, J.^, Song, S.* (2022). Cutting-edge Technologies to Achieve a Higher Level of Modular Construction – Literature Review. Proceeding of the 2022 International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 20-23 June 2022, p536-542.
Paliwal, S.*, Choi, J., Bristow, J.*, Chatfield, H., Lee, S.* (2021). Construction stakeholders’ perceived benefits and barriers for environment-friendly modular construction in a hospitality-centric environment. International Journal of Construction Management.
Ghimire, R.*, Lee, S.*, Choi, J.^, Lee. J.*, Lee, Y.-C. (2021). Combined Application of 4D BIM Schedule and an Immersive Virtual Reality on a Modular Project: UNLV Solar Decathlon Case. International Journal of Industrialized Construction.
Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C., Choi, J. (2020). Feasibility and Implications of the Modular Construction Approach for Rapid Post-Disaster Recovery. International Journal of Industrialized Construction.
Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.C., Friedland, C., Choi, J., Yang E. (2020). Multi-objective Optimization of Post-Disaster Reconstruction Processes for Ensuring Long-term Socioeconomic Benefits. ASCE Journal of Management in Engineering.
Khodabandelu, A.*, Choi, J., Park, J., Sanei, M. (2020). Developing a Simulation Model for Lifting A Modular House. Proceedings of Construction Research Congress (CRC) 2020.
Choi, J.^, Kim, D.* (2019). A new UAV-based module lifting and transporting method: advantages and challenges. Proceedings of 36th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2019).
Prajapati, E.*, Choi, J.^ (2019). A Pilot Study of Identifying Execution Plan Differences for Accelerated Bridge Construction. Proceedings of Modular and Offsite Construction.
Ghannad, P., Lee, Y., Choi, J. (2019). Investigating Stakeholders’ Perceptions of Feasibility and Implications of Modular Construction-based Post-disaster Reconstruction. Proceedings of Modular and Offsite Construction.
Choi, J., Chen, X.**, Kim, T. (2019). Opportunities and Challenges of Modular Methods in Dense Urban Environment. International Journal of Construction Management.
Choi, J.^ (2018). A New Graduate Course on Modular Construction: University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Proceedings of 2018 Modular and Offsite Construction (MOC) Summit.

