Integrating an expert system with BrIMS, cost estimation, and linear scheduling at conceptual design stage of bridge projects

Highway networks are a major infrastructure system, most crucially major bridges and motorways. Proper handling of highway networks plays a significant role in enhancing the functionality of a bridge network. Besides that, estimating bridge construction costs is an increasing necessity at the conceptual design stage for accurate budgeting and effective funding. The degree of subjectivity involved in decision making of bridge projects is the main...