Development and Implementation of a System for Electrical Engineering BIM Detailed Design in Construction Projects

Electrical engineering design in construction projects often faces challenges such as inefficient model connectivity, prolonged drawing reviews, and complex cable layout optimization, especially when high-precision Building Information Modeling (BIM) models are required. These issues hinder efficiency and accuracy in electrical system design. Recent studies emphasize the need for more efficient workflows in BIM-based electrical engineering design. Traditional tools rely on manual inputs and high-precision models, causing inefficiencies in time and resources. Previous research highlights the importance of automating processes like cable routing and system validation, but few address intelligent optimization or automation integration in BIM systems. This study develops a comprehensive system for BIM-based electrical engineering design. The proposed Revit plugin generates optimized results without the need for high-precision models. Key stages are detailed, including rapid model connection, streamlined drawing review, and advanced cable optimization. Validation in real-world projects shows that the system improves design and construction efficiency, enhances cable installation quality, and achieves substantial cost savings. The system delivers dual benefits of increased productivity and superior quality in electrical construction projects, marking a significant advancement in BIM-based electrical engineering design.

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Buildings
Published
2025-08-20
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https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15162960
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BIM and Construction Integration
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Abstract

Electrical engineering design in construction projects often faces challenges such as inefficient model connectivity, prolonged drawing reviews, and complex cable layout optimization, especially when high-precision Building Information Modeling (BIM) models are required. These issues hinder efficiency and accuracy in electrical system design. Recent studies emphasize the need for more efficient workflows in BIM-based electrical engineering design. Traditional tools rely on manual inputs and high-precision models, causing inefficiencies in time and resources. Previous research highlights the importance of automating processes like cable routing and system validation, but few address intelligent optimization or automation integration in BIM systems. This study develops a comprehensive system for BIM-based electrical engineering design. The proposed Revit plugin generates optimized results without the need for high-precision models. Key stages are detailed, including rapid model connection, streamlined drawing review, and advanced cable optimization. Validation in real-world projects shows that the system improves design and construction efficiency, enhances cable installation quality, and achieves substantial cost savings. The system delivers dual benefits of increased productivity and superior quality in electrical construction projects, marking a significant advancement in BIM-based electrical engineering design.

BuildingsVol. 15(16)
University of Science and Technology of China (CN), China Construction Eighth Engineering Division (China) (CN), Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (CN)
China Construction Eighth Engineering Division
Openalex Percentile: Top 21%
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