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Jochen Teizer

Associate Professor

Articles

  1. Teizer, J., Venugopal, M., Teizer, W., and Felkl, J. (2011). “Nanotechnology and Its Impact on Construction: Bridging the Gap Between Researchers and Industry Professionals.” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, (in press).
  2. Ray, J.S., and Teizer, J. (2011). “Coarse Head Pose Estimation of Construction Equipment Operators to Formulate Dynamic Blind Spots”, Advanced Engineering Informatics, Elsevier, doi:10.1016/j.aei.2011.09.05.
  3. Yang J., Cheng, T., Teizer, J., Vela, P.A., Shi Z.K. (2011). “A Performance Evaluation of Vision and Radio Frequency Tracking Methods for Interacting Workforce”, Advanced Engineering Informatics, Elsevier, 25(4), 736-747.
  4. Cheng, T., Venugopal, M., Teizer, J., and Vela, P.A. (2011). “Performance Evaluation of Ultra Wideband Technology for Construction Resource Location Tracking in Harsh Environments”, Automation in Construction, Elsevier, 20(8), 1173-1184.
  5. Cheng, T., Mantripragada, U., Teizer, J., and Vela, P.A. (2011). “Automated Trajectory and Path Planning Analysis Based on Ultra Wideband Data”. ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, Reston, Virginia, (in press, doi:10.1061/(ASCE)CP.1943-5487.0000115).
  6. Golparvar-Fard M., Bohn J., Teizer J., Savarese S., and Peña-Mora F. (2011). “Evaluation of image-based modeling and laser scanning accuracy for emerging automated performance monitoring techniques", Automation in Construction, 20(8), 1143-1155.
  7. Shahandashti, S.M., Razavi, S.N., Soibelman, L., Berges, M., Caldas, C.H., Brilakis, I., Teizer, J., Vela, P.A., Haas, C.T., Garrett, J., Akinci, B., and Zhu, Z. (2010). “Data Fusion Approaches and Applications for Construction Engineering“, ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Reston, Virginia, (in press, doi:10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000287).
  8. Saidi, K.S., Teizer, J., Franaszek, M., and Lytle, A.M. (2010). “Understanding Static and Dynamic Localization Performance of Commercially-Available Ultra Wideband Tracking Systems”, Automation in Construction, 20(5), 519-530.
  9. Hinze, J.W., and Teizer, J. (2011). “Visibility-Related Fatalities Related to Construction Equipment”, Journal of Safety Science, Elsevier, 49(5), pp. 709-718.
  10. Ndiour, I.J., Teizer, J., and Vela, P.A. (2010). “A Probabilistic Contour Observer for Online Visual Tracking” SIAM Journal on Imaging Sciences, 3(4), 835-855.
  11. Brilakis, I., Lourakis, M., Sacks, R., Savarese, S., Christodoulou, S., Teizer, J., and Makhmalbaf, A. (2010). “Toward Automated Generation of Parametric BIMs based on Hybrid Video and Laser Scanning Data”, Special Issue of the Journal of Advanced Engineering Informatics, 24(4), 456-465.
  12. Yang, J., Arif, O., Vela, P.A., Teizer, J., and Shi, Z. (2010). “Tracking Multiple Workers on Construction Sites using Video Cameras.” Special Issue of the Journal of Advanced Engineering Informatics, 24(4), 428-434.
  13. Teizer, J., Allread, B.S., Fullerton, C.E., and Hinze, J. (2010). “Autonomous Pro-Active Real-time Construction Worker and Equipment Operator Proximity Safety Alert System”. Automation in Construction, Elsevier, 19(5), pp. 630-640.
  14. Teizer, J., Allread, B.S., and Mantripragada, U. (2010). “Automating the Blind Spot Measurement of Construction Equipment”. Automation in Construction, Elsevier, 19(4), pp. 491-501.
  15. Bohn, J.S. and Teizer, J. (2010). “Benefits and Barriers of Construction Project Monitoring using Hi-Resolution Automated Cameras”. ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Reston, Virginia, 136(6), pp. 632-640.
  16. Teizer, J. and Vela, P.A. (2009). “Personnel Tracking on Construction Sites using Video Cameras”. Advanced Engineering Informatics, Special Issue, Elsevier, 23(4), pp. 452-462.
  17. Garrett, J.W. and Teizer, J. (2009). “Human Factors Analysis Classification System Relating to Human Error Awareness Taxonomy in Construction Safety”. ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Reston, Virginia, 135(8), pp. 754-763.
  18. Teizer, J., Venugopal, M., and Walia, A. (2008). “Ultra Wideband for Automated Real-time Three-Dimensional Location Sensing for Workforce, Equipment, and Material Positioning and Tracking”. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No. 2081, pp. 56-64, Washington D.C.
  19. Walia, A., and Teizer, J. (2008). “Analysis of Spatial Data Structures for Proximity Detection”. Journal of Tsinghua Science and Technology, Elsevier, 13(1), pp. 102-107.
  20. Teizer, J. (2008). “3D Range Image Sensing for Active Safety in Construction”. Journal of Information Technology in Construction, Sensors in Construction and Infrastructure Management, 13 (Special Issue), pp. 103-117.
  21. Teizer, J. and Kahlmann, T. (2008). “Range Imaging as an Emerging Optical 3D Measurement Technology”. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No. 2040, pp. 19-29, Washington D.C.
  22. Teizer, J., Caldas C.H., and Haas, C.T. (2007). “Real-Time Three-Dimensional Occupancy Grid Modeling for the Detection and Tracking of Construction Resources”. ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(11), pp. 880-888, Reston, Virginia.
  23. Teizer, J., Kim, C., Haas, C.T., Liapi, K.A., and Caldas, C.H. (2005). “A Framework for Real-time 3D Modeling of Infrastructure”. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No. 1913, pp. 177-186, Washington D.C.

Books

Arif, O., Teizer, J., Vela, P.A. (2009). “Tracking Multiple Workers on Construction Sites Using Video Cameras”. Computation in Civil Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Technical University Berlin, Book Series 01, Shaker Verlag, Aachen, ISBN 978-3-8322-8287-5, pp. 17-24.

Proceedings

  1. Cheng, T. and Teizer, J. (2011). “Real-time 3D Immersive Visualization Technology for Construction Resource Planning and Monitoring”, International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality 2011, Weimar, Germany, November 3-4, 2001, pp. 87-89.
  2. Venugopal, M., Eastman, C., Sacks, R., and Teizer, J. (2011). “Improving Robustness of Model Exchanges Using Product Modeling “Concepts” for IFC Schema”, Proceedings of the 2011 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, pp. 611-618.
  3. Yang, P. Vela, P.A., Teizer, J. Shi, Z.K. (2011). “Vision-Based Crane Tracking for Understanding Construction Activity”, Proceedings of the 2011 ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Miami, Florida, pp. 258-265.
  4. Cheng, T., and Teizer, J. (2011). “Real-time Automated Construction Worker Location Tracking for Spatio-Temporal Safety Analysis and Feedback”, Proceedings of CIB W099, Washington D.C., August 24-26, 2011 (in review).
  5. Teizer, J. and Reynolds, M.S. (2011). “Towards a Fully Automated Equipment Blind Spot Detection, Equipment Operator Visibility Monitoring, and Ground Personnel Proximity Warning and Alert System”, Proceedings of CIB W099, Washington D.C., August 24-26, 2011 (in review).
  6. Zhang, S., Lee, J.K., Venugopal, M., Teizer, J., and Eastman, C. (2011). “Integrating BIM and Safety: An Automated Rule-Based Checking System for Safety Planning and Simulation”, Proceedings of CIB W099, Washington D.C., August 24-26, 2011 (in review).
  7. Teizer, J., Reynolds, M.S, Cheng, T., Venugopal, M., Thomas, S., Wheeler, E., Pradhananga, N., and Costin, A. (2011). “SmartHat: Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology for Hazard Avoidance and Training”. Proceedings of 2011 NSF Engineering Research and Innovation Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, January 4-7, 2011.
  8. Stewart, M., Teizer, J., Reynolds, M. (2011). “SmartHat: A Battery-free Worker Safety Device Employing Passive UHF RFID Technology”, RFID 2011, Orlando, Florida.
  9. Vetri, V.V., Wood, N., Teizer, J., and Guensler, R. (2011). “Heavy Duty Diesel Vehicle Modal Emissions Model Estimates Using GPS Data”, 13th TRB Transportation Planning Applications Conference, Reno, Nevada.
  10. Costin, A., Sedehi, A., Williams, M., Li, L., Bailey, K., and Teizer, J. (2010). “Leveraging Passive Radio Frequency Identification Technology in High-Rise Renovation Projects”, Proceeding of the 27th International Conference – Applications of IT in the AEC Industry, Cairo, Egypt, November 16-18, 2010.
  11. Cheng, T., Yang, J., Teizer, J, and Vela, P.A. (2010). “Automated Construction Resource Location Tracking to Support the Analysis of Lean Principles”, 18th Annual Conference of the International Group for Lean Construction, Haifa, Israel, July 14-16, 2010, pp. 643-653.
  12. Arif, O., Marshall, M., Daley, W., Vela, P.A., Teizer, J., Ray, S.J., Stewart, S. (2010). “Tracking and Classifying Objects on a Conveyor Belt Using Time-of-Flight Camera”, Proceedings of the 27th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Bratislava, Slovakia, June 25-27, 2010.
  13. Thomas, T., Reynolds, M., Teizer, J. (2010). “Electromagnetic Energy Harvesting for Sensing, Communication, and Actuation”, Proceedings of the 27th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Bratislava, Slovakia, June 25-27, 2010.
  14. Arif, O., Daley, W., Vela, P.A. Teizer, J. and Stewart, J. (2010). “Visual Tracking and Segmentation Using Time-Of-Flight Sensor”, IEEE International Conference on Image Processing (ICIP), Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, September 26-29, 2010, pp. 2241-2244.
  15. Hallowell, M.R., Teizer, J., and Blaney, W. (2010). “Framework for Integration of Sensing Technology with Traditional Safety Management Strategies,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Banff, Canada, May 8-11, 2010, pp. 31-40.
  16. Allread, B. and Teizer, J. (2010). “Blind Spot Measurements for Real-time Pro-Active Safety in Construction,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Banff, Canada, May 8-11, 2010, pp. 132-141 (BEST PAPER AWARD).
  17. Artenian, A., Sadeghpour, F., and Teizer, J. (2010). “Using a GIS Framework for Reducing GHG Emissions in Concrete Transportation,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Banff, Canada, May 8-11, 2010, pp.1557-1566.
  18. Venugopal, M., Cheng, T., and Teizer, J. (2010). “Real-time Spatial Location Tracking of Construction Resources in Lay Down Yards,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Banff, Canada, May 8-11, 2010, pp. 112-121.
  19. Cheng, T. and Teizer, J. (2010). “Real-time Data Collection and Visualization Technology in Construction,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Banff, Canada, May 8-11, 2010, pp. 339-348.
  20. Ndiour, I., Arif, O., Vela, P.A., and Teizer, J. (2010). “A Probabilistic Contour Observer for Visual Tracking”. IEEE American Control Conference, Baltimore, MD, pp. 4558-4563.
  21. Cheng, T., Venugopal, M. Yang, J., Teizer, J., and Vela, P.A. (2010). “Leveraging Technology for Productivity, Safety, and Security Monitoring and Control.” The Second International Conference on Engineering Systems Management and Applications, Solutions for Regional and Global Challenges, March 30 - April 1, American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, pp. 73-80.
  22. Vela, P.A., Yang, J., Arif, O., Teizer, J., Shi, Z. (2009). “Visual Monitoring of Airport Ground Operations.” IEEE/AIAA 28th Digital Avionics Systems Conference, 1-3, pp. 1000-1007.
  23. Ndiour, I., Arif, O., Teizer, J., and Vela, P., (2009). “A Probabilistic Shape Filter for Online Contour Tracking,” Proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Image Processing, 1-6, pp. 433–436.
  24. Venugopal, M., Cheng, T., Allread, B., Fullerton, C., Teizer, J., Reynolds, M.S., Hinze, J. (2009) “Using Technology to Warn Construction Workers of Danger”. CIB W099 Conference 2009, Melbourne, Australia, October 21-23, 2009.
  25. Ndiour, I., Arif, O., Teizer, J., and Vela, P.A. (2009). “A Probabilistic Contour Observer for Visual Tracking”. IEEE Control Systems Society Conference Management System, 48th IEEE Conference on Decision and Control, Shanghai, P.R. China.
  26. Yang, J., Vela, P.A., Shi, Z., and Teizer, J. (2009). “Probabilistic Multiple People Tracking through Complex Situations”. Proceedings of the 11th IEEE International Workshop on PETS, Miami, June 25, 2009, pp. 79-86.
  27. Cheng, T. and Teizer J., Faschingbauer (2009). “Advanced Real-time Monitoring Models for Temporary Structures in Construction,” Proceedings of the ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Austin, Texas, June 25, 2009, pp. 33-42.
  28. Gonsalves, R. and Teizer J. (2009). “Human Motion Analysis Using 3D Range Imaging Technology,” Proceedings of the 26th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Austin, Texas, June 25, 2009, pp. 76-85.
  29. Teizer, J., Reynolds, M.S., Venugopal, M., Cheng, T., Thomas, S., Allread, B., Fullerton, C., Sadeghpour, F. (2009). “SmartHat: Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology for Hazard Avoidance and Training”. Proceedings of 2009 NSF Engineering Research and Innovation Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii, June 22-25, 2009.
  30. Sadeghpour, F. and Teizer, J. (2009). “Modeling Space Requirements for Safe Operation of Construction Equipment Using Laser Scanners”. Fifth International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, Istanbul, Turkey, pp. 740-747.
  31. Fullerton, C.E., Allread, B.S., and Teizer, J. (2009). “Pro-Active Real-time Personnel Warning System”. Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Seattle, Washington, April 5-7, 2009, pp. 31-40.
  32. Bohn, J.S. and Teizer, J. (2009). “Cost-Benefit Analysis for Hi-Resolution Cameras in Construction”. Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Seattle, Washington, April 5-7, 2009, pp. 21-30.
  33. Venugopal, M., Teizer, J., and Teizer W. (2009). “Nanotechnology: Benefits, Barriers, and Impact on Construction”. Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Seattle, Washington, April 5-7, 2009, pp. 447-456.
  34. Bohn, J.S. and Teizer, J. (2009). “Construction Project Monitoring using Hi-Resolution Automated Cameras”. Proceedings of the 88th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board, Washington D.C., January 11-15, 2009.
  35. Walia, A., and Teizer, J. (2008). “Analysis of Spatial Data Structures for Proximity Detection”. Proceedings of ICCCBE-XII & INCITE, Tsinghua University Press & Springer, Beijing, China, October 16, 2008.
  36. Teizer, J. and Vela, P. (2008). “Workforce Detection and Tracking on Construction Sites using Video Cameras”. European Group for Intelligent Computing in Engineering 2008 Conference, Plymouth, Great Britain, July 2-4, 2008, pp. 470-478.
  37. Teizer, J., Mantripragada, U., Venugopal, M., Walia, A. (2008). “Analyzing the Travel Pattern of Construction Workers”. Proceedings of the 25th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Vilnius, Lithuania, June 27-29, 2008.
  38. Venugopal, M. and Teizer, J. (2008). “Emerging Pro-Active Work Zone Safety Technologies in Construction”. Proceedings of CIB W99 International Conference, 14th Rinker International Conference on Evolution of and Directions in Construction Safety and Health, Gainesville, Florida, March 9-11, 2008, pp. 363-375.
  39. Teizer, J., Lao, D., and Sofer, M. (2007). “Rapid Automated Monitoring of Construction Site Activities using Ultra-Wideband”, Proceedings of the 24th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Cochin, Kerala, India, September 19-21, 2007, pp. 23-28 (BEST PAPER AWARD).
  40. Teizer, J. (2007). “Automated Monitoring of Construction Processes for Management Decision Making”, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Proceedings of the Annual Construction and Building Research Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, September 6-7, 2007, pp. 145-155.
  41. Teizer, J. and Castro-Lacouture, D. (2007). “Combined Ultra Wideband Positioning System and 3D Range Imaging for Productivity and Safety Improvement in Building Construction”, Proceedings of the ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, July 25-28, 2007.
  42. Teizer, J. (2007). “Rapid Surveillance of Trenches for Safety”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Freeport, Bahamas, May 6-8, 2007.
  43. Vogt, B. and Teizer, J. (2007). “Sparse Laser Scanning to Improve Off-Shore Pipe-Fitting Productivity”, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, Freeport, Bahamas, May 6-8, 2007.
  44. Teizer, J., Haas, C.T., Caldas, C.H., and Bosche, F. (2006), “Applications for Real-Time 3D Modeling in Transportation Construction,” 9th International Conference on Applications of Advanced Technology in Transportation, Chicago, Illinois, pp. 123-128.
  45. Caldas C.H., Chi, S., Teizer, J., and Gong, J. (2006). “Intelligent Computing and Sensing for Active Safety on Construction Sites”, EG-ICE Workshop, Monte Verità, Ascona, Switzerland, June 25-30, 2006.
  46. Caldas, C.H., Haas, C.T., Liapi, K.A., and Teizer, J. (2006), “Modeling Job Sites in Real-time to Improve Safety During Equipment Operation,” National Science Foundation (NSF) Grantees Conference & SPIE Conference on Smart Structures and Materials for CMS, and NDE for Health Monitoring and Diagnostics, San Diego, California, February 28, 2006.
  47. Teizer, J., Bosche, F., Caldas, C.H., and Haas, C.T., (2006), “Real-time Spatial Detection and Tracking of Resources in a Construction Environment,” International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, pp. 494-502.
  48. Bosche, F., Teizer, J., Haas, C.T., and Caldas, C.H. (2006), “Combining A Priori CAD Knowledge with Laser Range Scanning Information in Real-time,” International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, Montreal, Canada, pp. 37-46.
  49. Teizer, J., Kim, C., Bosche, F., Caldas, C.H., and Haas, C.T., (2005), “Real-time 3D Modeling for Accelerated and Safer Construction using Emerging Technology,” Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Construction Engineering and Management, Seoul, South Korea, pp. 539-543.
  50. Teizer, J., Bosche, F., Haas, C.T., and Caldas, C.H. (2005), “Real-time, 3D Object Detection and Modeling in Construction,” Proceedings of the 22nd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction, Ferrara, Italy, pp. 49-53.
  51. Teizer, J., Liapi, K.A., Caldas, C.H., and Haas, C.T. (2005), “Experiments in Real-time Spatial Data Acquisition for Obstacle Detection,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, San Diego, California, pp. 547-551.
  52. Teizer, J. (2005). “Rapid Three-Dimensional Modeling of Construction Objects,” Proceedings of the 1st Range Imaging Day, ETH Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland, pp. 89-95, September 9, 2005.
  53. Teizer, J., Caldas, C.H., Haas, C.T. (2005). “Real-Time 3D Modeling of Infrastructure Using Emerging Technology,” Graduate Research and Industry Networking Conference, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, April 28, 2005.
  54. Kim C., Haas, C.T., Liapi, K.A., McLaughlin, J., Teizer, J., and Bosche, F. (2004), “Rapid Human-Assisted, Obstacle Avoidance System using Sparse Range Point,” Proceedings of the 9th Biennial ASCE Aerospace Division International Conference on Engineering, Construction, and Operations in Challenging Environments, League City/Houston, Texas, pp. 115-122.