Java-based simulation of construction processes using Silk

The modeling and analysis of construction processes is gaining recognition in the construction industry. Recent developments, such as object-oriented modeling, Petri net-based simulation and construction project-level simulation, are being adopted by researchers in the field of construction simulation. This paper describes one such recent development. It highlights the work performed by the authors in using Java for the simulation of construction processes. The methodology used, the simulation toolkit adopted (Silk) and the construction process simulated are described.