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An enterprise architecture for a paving process control system aimed at flexibility and systematic data collection
Vente, G.K. de (2024) An enterprise architecture for a paving process control system aimed at flexibility and systematic data collection.
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| Abstract: | Summary This research for the construction company Van Gelder focuses on developing a real-time process control system for asphalt paving operations to address significant issues identified in the current methodology. The main problems include a lack of real-time data, excessive manual labor, and unstructured data collection hinder efficient operation and quality control in asphalt paving. The research is structured around four main objectives. The first objective is to define the requirements for the process control system, with a focus on real-time data collection, data storage and retrieval, integration with existing systems, user accessibility, alerting mechanisms, data security, scalability, reliability, and data quality. The second and third objectives are to develop the data infrastructure and design a customizable process control system. Both objectives are represented in the conceptual architecture and the logical architecture. For the conceptual architecture, the goal was to define the services that the system needed to provide, which are: real-time information services, analysis, reporting access, and robust data storage management. In the next phase, the logical architecture was drafted. This phase also includes designing a comprehensive data ontology incorporating static, quasi-static, and dynamic data classes to ensure flexibility and customization. The third objective, to design a customizable process control system, continued, focusing on cloud computing for real-time processing and notifications, temporary and redundant data storage, and efficient data transport via 4G. This design ensures that the system can be adapted to the different project requirements and integrates seamlessly into the current enterprise architecture. The final objective is to future-proof the process control system by anticipating technological advancements and industry changes. This involves strategies for seamless updates, expansions, and integration with emerging technologies, ensuring the system remains relevant and effective over time by looking at the capability gap in the future. The research concludes that adopting the PQi (Process Quality improvement) methodology, enhanced with real-time capabilities and machine-to-machine communication, is essential for improving the asphalt paving process. This approach aligns with ASPARi’s goals of reducing variance in key parameters, improving process control, and enhancing product quality. Overall, the research aims to create a robust, scalable, and flexible process control system that significantly improves the efficiency and quality of asphalt paving operations at Van Gelder. By leveraging real-time data and advanced digital frameworks, the proposed system seeks to overcome current limitations and set a new standard in road construction practices. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | ET: Engineering Technology |
| Subject: | 56 civil engineering |
| Programme: | Construction Management and Engineering MSc (60337) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/103966 |
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