Publications

REFEREED JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

  1. Shariatfar, M., Yin, Y., Lee, Y. C.*, Choi, K. (2026). When Roads Go Underwater: AI-Enhanced Digital Twin–Driven Flood Resilience for Roadway Serviceability Assessment. Journal of Management in Engineering, 42(3). https://doi.org/10.1061/JMENEA.MEENG-7046
  2. Deria, A., Dominguez, P., Lee, Y. C.*, Choi, J. (2025). An audio data-driven roadway digital twin and its underlying framework for a digitized transportation construction environment. Journal of Measurement: Digitalization, 30(1), 5. Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.meadig.2025.100011
  3. Deria, A., Mostafiz, R., Lee, Y. C.*, Friedland, C. (2025). Implications of Freeboard Policy for Homeowners in Different Income-Groups: Case Study of Jefferson Parish. Journal of Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Global Change, 30(1), 5. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11027-024-10194-6
  4. Yin, Y., Choi, K., Lee, Y. C., Shariatfar, M. (2024). Effects of Flooding on Roadways through Simulation-Traffic Integrated Vulnerability Modeling. Natural Hazards Review, 25(3), 04024025. https://doi.org/10.1061/nhrefo.nheng-1971
  5. Deria, A., Ghannad, P., Lee, Y. C.* (2024). Dynamic Real-Time Optimization of Modular Unit Allocation to Off-Site Facilities in Postdisaster Reconstruction Using Deep Reinforcement Learning. Journal of Management in Engineering, 40(4), 04024021. https://doi.org/10.1061/jmenea.meeng-5900
  6. Jo, H., Lee, J. K., Lee, Y. C., Choo, S. (2024). Generative artificial intelligence and building design: early photorealistic render visualization of façades using local identity-trained models. Journal of Computational Design and Engineering, 11(2), 85-105. https://doi.org/10.1093/jcde/qwae017
  7. Scarpiniti, M., Parisi, R., Lee, Y. C. (2023). A Scalogram-based CNN approach for audio classification in construction sites. Applied Sciences, 14(1), 90. https://doi.org/10.3390/app14010090
  8. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.* (2023). Optimizing Modularization of Residential Housing Designs for Rapid Postdisaster Mass Production of Housing. ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 149(7), 04023046. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)co.1943-7862.0002390
  9. Friedland, C. J., Lee, Y. C., Mostafiz, R. B., et al. (2023). FloodSafeHome: evaluating financial benefits and savings of freeboard for improved decision-making in flood risk mitigation. Frontiers in Communication, 8, 1060901. https://doi.org/10.3389/fcomm.2023.1060901
  10. Yin, Y., Choi, K., Lee, Y. C., Jeong, H. D., Liu, X. (2023). Determining the Most Economical Work Zone Lengths for Rural Highway Rehabilitation Projects. Journal of Management in Engineering, 39(2), 06022002. https://doi.org/10.1061/jmenea.meeng-5153
  11. Shariatfar, M., Lee, Y. C.* (2023). Urban-level data interoperability for management of building and civil infrastructure systems during the disaster phases using model view definitions. Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 37(1), 04022045. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)cp.1943-5487.0001040
  12. Shariatfar, M., Lee, Y. C.*, Choi, K., Kim, M. (2022). Effects of flooding on pavement performance: a machine learning-based network-level assessment. Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure, 7(6), 695-714. https://doi.org/10.1080/23789689.2021.2017736
  13. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y. C.* (2022). Automated modular housing design using a module configuration algorithm and a coupled generative adversarial network (CoGAN). Automation in Construction, 139, 104234. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2022.104234
  14. Mostafiz, R. B., Rohli, R. V., Friedland, C. J., Lee, Y. C. (2022). Actionable information in flood risk communications and the potential for new web-based tools for long-term planning for individuals and community. Frontiers in Earth Science, 10, 840250. https://doi.org/10.3389/feart.2022.840250
  15. Scarpiniti, M., Colasante, F., Di Tanna, S., Ciancia, M., Lee, Y. C., Uncini, A. (2021). Deep Belief Network based audio classification for construction sites monitoring. Expert Systems with Applications, 177, 114839. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eswa.2021.114839
  16. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.*, Choi, J. (2021). Prioritizing Post-disaster Recovery of Transportation Infrastructure Systems Using Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning. ASCE Journal of Management in Engineering, 37(1), 04020100. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)me.1943-5479.0000868
  17. Ghimire, R., Lee, S., Choi, J.-O., Lee, J-Y, 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, 2(1), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.29173/ijic236
  18. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2021). Inherent Rules and Validation Frameworks for Interoperable BIM Data Exchange. Journal of Computational Design and Engineering, qwaa064, Oxford. https://doi.org/10.1093/jcde/qwaa064
  19. Deria, A., Lee, Y.-C.* (2020). Drug Use: Impact, Rules, Regulations and Mitigation Practices in the Construction Industry. Safety, 6(2), 32, MDPI. https://doi.org/10.3390/safety6020032
  20. Solihin, W., Dimyadi, J., Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Amor, R. (2020). A Simplified BIM Data Model for Supporting a Wide Range of Queries in Complex BIM-Based Rule-Checking Applications. Automation in Construction, 117, 103248, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2020.103248
  21. Deria, A., Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.* (2020). Evaluating Implications of Flood Vulnerability Factors With Respect to Income Levels for Building Long-Term Disaster Resilience of Low-Income Communities. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, 48, 101608, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijdrr.2020.101608
  22. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.*, Choi, J.-O. (2020). Feasibility and Implications of the Modular Construction Approach for Rapid Post-Disaster Recovery. International Journal of Industrialized Construction, 1(1), 64-75. https://doi.org/10.29173/ijic220
  23. Sherafat, B., Ahn, C., Akhavian, R., Behzadan, A., Golparvar Fard, M., Kim, H., Lee, Y.-C., Rashidi, A., Rezazadeh Azar, E. (2020). Automated Methods for Activity Recognition of Construction Workers and Equipment: A State-of-the-Art Review. ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(6), 03120002. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)co.1943-7862.0001843
  24. Lee, Y.-C.*, Scarpiniti, M., Uncini, A. (2020). Advanced Sound Classifiers and Performance Analyses for Accurate Audio-Based Construction Project Monitoring. ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 34(5), 04020030. (Editor's Choice) https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)cp.1943-5487.0000911
  25. 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, 36(4), 04020038. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)me.1943-5479.0000799
  26. Akanbi, T., Zhang, J., Lee, Y.-C. (2020). Data-Driven Reverse Engineering Algorithm Development Method for Developing Interoperable Quantity Takeoff Algorithms Using IFC-Based BIM. ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 34(5), 04020036. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)cp.1943-5487.0000909
  27. Lee, Y.-C.*, Shariatfar, M., Rashidi, A., Lee, H.-W. (2020). Evidence-Driven Sound Event Detection Frameworks for the Prenotification and the Rapid Identification of Construction Safety Hazard and Accidents. Automation in Construction, 113, 103127, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2020.103127
  28. Lee, Y.-C., Shariatfar, M., Ghannad, P., Zhang, J., Lee, J.-K. (2020). Generation of Entity-based Integrated Model View Definition Modules for the Development of New BIM Data Exchange Standards. ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 34(3), 04020011. https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)cp.1943-5487.0000888
  29. Sherafat, B., Rashidi, A., Lee, Y.-C., Ahn, C. (2019). A Hybrid Kinematic-Acoustic System for Automated Activity Detection of Construction Equipment. Sensors, 19(19), 4286, MDPI. https://doi.org/10.3390/s19194286
  30. Kim, K.K., Lee, Y.-C.* (2019). Automated Generation of Daily Evacuation Paths in 4D BIM. Applied Sciences, 9(9), 1789, MDPI. https://doi.org/10.3390/app9091789
  31. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.*, Dimyadi, J., Solihin, W. (2019). Automated BIM data validation integrating open-standard schema with visual programming language. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 40, 14-28, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2019.01.006
  32. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2019). The Complexity and Challenges of Validating a Building Information Model Regarding Data Exchange Standards. Automation in Construction, 100, 118-128, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2018.12.025
  33. Yang, E., Lee, Y.-C., Li, Q. (2018). Energy Disclosure Law in New York City: Building Energy Performance Benchmarking Progress. Facilities, 36(11/12), 571-583, Emerald. https://doi.org/10.1108/f-08-2017-0090
  34. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2018). Logic for ensuring the data exchange integrity of building information models. Automation in Construction, 85, 249-262, Elsevier. (Key Scientific Article Award) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2018.06.002
  35. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C., Yang, D.-H. (2017). A Simplified Relational Database Schema for Transformation of BIM Data into a Query-Efficient and Spatially Enabled Database. Automation in Construction, 84, 367-383, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2017.10.002
  36. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2017). Multiple Representation Approach to Achieve High-Performance Spatial Queries of 3D BIM Data Using a Relational Database. Automation in Construction, 81, 369-388, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2017.03.014
  37. Pauwels, P., Zhang, S., Lee, Y.-C. (2017). Semantic Web Technologies in AEC industry: A Literature Overview. Automation in Construction, 73, 145-165, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2016.10.003
  38. Park, S-K., Lee, Y.-C., Lee, J.-K. (2016). Definition of a Domain-Specific Language for Korean Building Act Sentences as an Explicit Computable Form. Journal of Information Technology in Construction, 21, 422-433.
  39. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2016). An Ontology-Based Approach for Developing Data Exchange Requirements and Model Views for Building Information Modeling. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 30(3), 354-367, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2016.04.008
  40. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2016). A Framework for Fully Integrated Building Information Models in a Federated Environment. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 30(2), 168-189, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2016.02.007
  41. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W., See, R. (2016). Modularized Rule-Based Validation of IFC Model View Definitions. Automation in Construction, 63, 1–11, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2015.11.006
  42. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Lee, J.-K. (2015). Validations for ensuring the interoperability of data exchange of a building information model. Automation in Construction, 58, 176-195, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2015.07.010
  43. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2015). Toward Robust and Quantifiable Automated IFC Quality Validation. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 29(3), 739-756, Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2015.07.006
  44. Lee, J.-K., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2014). Implementation of a BIM Domain-specific Language for the Building Environment Rule and Analysis. Journal of Intelligent & Robotic Systems, 79(3-4), 507-522, Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10846-014-0117-7

BOOKS

  1. Maccagno, A., Mastropietro, A., Mazziotta, U., Scarpiniti, M., Lee, Y. C., Uncini, A. (2021). A CNN approach for audio classification in construction sites. In Progresses in Artificial Intelligence and Neural Systems (pp. 371-381). Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5093-5_33
  2. Won, J., Lee, Y.-C., Kim, S., Uhm, M., Yoon, S., Lee, J., Moon, D., Shin, J. BIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling, 3rd Edition, Korean Translation (2020).

CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS

  1. Scarpiniti, M., Hussain, S., Pu, W., Uncini, A., Lee, Y. C. (2025). EfficientAudioNet: Enhancing environmental sound classification through data fusion of multiple audio representations. 2025 International Joint Conference on Neural Networks (IJCNN) (pp. 1-8). IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/ijcnn64981.2025.11227157
  2. Scarpiniti, M., Perticarà, S., Lee, Y.-C., Uncini, A. (2025). Deep Echo State Network for Environmental Sound Classification. In Advanced Neural Artificial Intelligence: Theories and Applications (pp. 71-82). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-0994-9_7
  3. Al-Maabreh, O., Lee, Y.-C.* (2024). Digitizing Disaster Resilience Requirements for BIM-Based Resilience Validation. Construction Research Congress 2024. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784485262.127
  4. Deria, A., Lee, Y.-C.*, Ghannad, P. (2024). Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based Optimization for Crew Allocation in Modular Building Prefabrication. Construction Research Congress 2024. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784485262.134
  5. Shariatfar, M., Lee, Y.-C.* (2024). Development of Urban-Level Infrastructure Information Delivery Manuals Using Knowledge Modularization for Enhanced Smart City Data Exchanges. Construction Research Congress 2024. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784485262.128
  6. Shariatfar, M., Lee, Y.-C.* (2024). A Machine Learning-Based Safety Assessment Framework for Roadway Construction Projects in Flood-Prone Regions. Computing in Civil Engineering 2023. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784485248.051
  7. Shariatfar, M., Lee, Y.-C.*, Ahmad, A. M., Ferwati, S. (2022). Design Structure Matrices for Developing Urban Level Information Delivery Manuals. SBE22 SEOUL, Seoul, Korea.
  8. Scarpiniti, M., et al. (2022). CoVal-SGAN: A Complex-Valued Spectral GAN architecture for audio data augmentation in construction sites. IEEE IJCNN, Padova, Italy. https://doi.org/10.1109/ijcnn55064.2022.9891915
  9. Deria, A., Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.* (2022). Framework for Measuring Infrastructure Vulnerability and Resiliency of Communities during a Flood Disaster. Construction Research Congress 2022. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784483954.023
  10. Shariatfar, M., Deria, A., Lee, Y.-C.* (2022). Digital Twin in Construction Safety and Its Implications for Automated Monitoring and Management. Construction Research Congress 2022. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784483961.062
  11. Deria, A., Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.* (2022). Integrating AI in an Audio-based Digital Twin for Autonomous Management of Roadway Construction. Construction Research Congress 2022. https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784483961.056
  12. Scarpiniti, M., Lee, Y.-C., Uncini, A. (2021). Deep Scattering Power Spectrum Features for Robust Sound Event Recognition in Construction Sites. 29th European Signal Processing Conference (EUSIPCO), Dublin, Ireland.
  13. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.* (2021). Automated modular housing configuration and design using Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). CIB W78 Conference 2021.
  14. Mostafiz, R., Friedland, C., Rohli, R., Lee, Y.-C., Bushra, N. (2021). Freeboard and Base Flood Elevation Offset Effects on Flood Loss in Southeast Louisiana. Natural Hazards Center Workshop.
  15. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.* (2020). Automated BIM-based modular design framework integrating generative adversarial network (GAN). ASCE Construction Research Congress 2020.
  16. Lee, Y.-C.*, Lee, H.-W., Scarpiniti, M., Uncini, A. (2020). Audio-based Worker Identification for Construction Safety Monitoring. ASCE Construction Research Congress 2020.
  17. Deria, A., Lee, Y.-C.*, Ghannad, P. (2020). Flood Vulnerability Assessment of Residential Buildings by Different Income-Group Homeowners for Long-Term Disaster Resilience Planning. ASCE Construction Research Congress 2020.
  18. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.*, Dimyadi, J., Solihin, W. (2019). Automated BIM Data Validation Using Visual Programming Language. 36th CIB W78 Conference.
  19. Scarpiniti, M., Lee, Y.-C., Uncini, A., Parisi, R. (2019). An Unsupervised Approach to Hierarchical Change Detection in Construction Sites Audio Data. 27th European Signal Processing Conference (EUSIPCO).
  20. Lee, Y.-C.*, Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M. (2019). Simplified Building Model View and Schema for Construction Collaboration and Information Exchanges. 36th International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC).
  21. Lee, Y.-C.*, Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M. (2019). The Mechanism and Challenges of Validating Data Exchanges Using Building Information Modeling. Computing in Civil Engineering 2019.
  22. Ghannad, P., Lee, Y.-C.*, Choi, J. (2019). Optimization of Post-Disaster Recovery Scheduling for Critical Infrastructure Systems. Computing in Civil Engineering 2019.
  23. Sherafat, B., Rashidi, A., Lee, Y.-C., Ahn, C. (2019). Audio-Visual Data Fusion for Activity Recognition of Construction Equipment. Computing in Civil Engineering 2019.
  24. Solihin, W., Dimyadi, J., Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Amor, R. (2019). Simplified Schema Queries for Supporting BIM-Based Rule-Checking Applications. eWork and eBusiness in Architecture, Engineering and Construction: ECPPM 2018.
  25. Lee, Y.-C.*, Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M. (2018). Simplified Schema for BIM-Based Model Checking. ASCE Construction Research Congress 2018.
  26. Kim, K. K., Lee, Y.-C.* (2018). Automated Generation of Evacuation Paths for Building Information Modeling. Computing in Civil Engineering 2017.
  27. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2017). Rules and Validation Processes for Interoperable BIM Data Exchange. Computing in Civil Engineering 2017.
  28. Solihin, W., Dimyadi, J., Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Amor, R. (2017). The Critical Role of Spatial Information in BIM-based Model Checking. LC3 2017: Volume I – Proceedings of the Joint Conference on Computing in Construction (JC3).
  29. Solihin, W., Dimyadi, J., Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Amor, R. (2017). Simplified Schema Relational Database for Supporting Model Checking Applications. 24th International Workshop on Intelligent Computing in Engineering (EG-ICE).
  30. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2016). Achieving Interoperability of Building Information Model Data Exchange using Model View Definition. ASCE Construction Research Congress 2016.
  31. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2016). Ontology-Based Approach for Interoperable BIM Data Exchange Requirements. Computing in Civil Engineering 2015.
  32. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2016). Multiple Spatial Representation Schema for 3D BIM Data Exchange. Computing in Civil Engineering 2015.
  33. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2016). A Framework for a Fully Integrated BIM Environment. 33rd CIB W78 Conference.
  34. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2015). Modularization of BIM Rules for Efficient Rule-Based Checking. 32nd CIB W78 Conference.
  35. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2015). Toward Robust Automated IFC Quality Validation. 32nd CIB W78 Conference.
  36. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Lee, J.-K. (2015). Automation of BIM Validation for Design Review. ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2015.
  37. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2015). BIM Requirements and Mapping Process for Design Review. ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2015.
  38. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2015). Optimized Relational Database Schema Development for BIM Applications. ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2015.
  39. Lee, Y.-C.*, Eastman, C. M., Lee, J.-K. (2014). Implementation of a Rule-Based BIM Validation Method for Korea Building Codes. ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering 2014.
  40. Lee, J.-K., Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M. (2014). Feasibility Study of a BIM-Based Approach for Analysing Building Environment Rules. 31st CIB W78 Conference.
  41. Solihin, W., Eastman, C. M., Lee, Y.-C. (2014). A Framework for a BIM-Based Federated Environment. 31st CIB W78 Conference.
  42. Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Lee, J.-K. (2013). Validating the Data Exchange of a Building Information Model. ASCE International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering 2013.
  43. Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Solihin, W. (2013). Design Rules Represented with BIM Data Exchange Structure. 30th CIB W78 Conference.
  44. Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Lee, J.-K. (2012). BIM-Based Model Checking Method for Computer-Automated Code Review. 29th CIB W78 Conference.
  45. Lee, Y.-C., Eastman, C. M., Lee, J.-K. (2012). Validating a BIM Building Permit System for a municipality. ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering 2012.