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Ongoing Projects

Discover the projects that are in progress in our lab.

PC, Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF)

Hybrid Pose Adjustment (HyPA) robot for assembly process in modular integrated construction (MiC) HKD 4,774,832.6 million + 5,001,000 (sponsorship), 24 months, PRP/048/24LI

Dec 2024 – Nov 2026

PI, Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Funding Scheme (TCFS)

HRC-MAPROS: Human-robot collaboration-oriented MiC adaptive production robotics system, HKD 3,021,574.50 + RMB 2 million, 24 months, GHP/321/22SZ

Nov 2024 – Oct 2026

PI, Young Scientists Fund, National Natural Science Foundation of China

Work package dynamic optimization and intelligent collaboration in industrialized construction, RMB 300,000, 36 months, No.72201228

Jan 2023 – Dec 2025

PI, General Research Fund, HKSAR Research Grant Council

Inspection work package on chain: dynamic planning and accountable collaboration, HKD 786,000, 36 months, No.15219422

Jan 2023 – Dec 2025

PI, Public Policy Research Funding Scheme, Chief Executive’s Policy Unit

A Reliability-centered Framework for Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) Failure Prediction and Maintenance Optimization. HKD 664,425, 15 months, 2025.A8.168.25C.

Nov 2025 – Feb 2027

Deputy PC, Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF)

Large Language Models and Knowledge Graphs Enabled IoT-BIM Platform for Production Scheduling in Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) HKD 7,177,649.95 (7.17 million), 24 months, TP/041/24LP. 3.12 million for Dr. LI Xiao

Feb 2025 – Jan 2027

PI, Early Career Scheme, HK Research Grant Council

Construction safety work package on chain: personalized monitoring and privacy-preserving collaboration, HKD 564,863, 36 months, No.27202925

Jan 2026 – Dec 2028

PI, Environment and Conservation Fund

CarbonGuard: A Blockchain-enabled IoT-BIM Platform for Automated Estimation, Reliable Monitoring, and Proactive Reduction of Carbon Emissions in Modular Integrated Construction (MiC), HKD 500,000, 24months, No.116/20

Sep 2024 – Aug 2026

PI, General Research Fund, HKSAR Research Grant Council

Inspection work package on chain: dynamic planning and accountable collaboration, HKD 786,000, 36 months, No.15219422

Jan 2023 – Dec 2025

PI: Germany/HK Joint Research Scheme, HK Research Grant Council

Mass customization methodology for high-rise modular buildings: adaptive platform, interactive configurator, and decentralized process, HKD 85,800, G-HKU502/22

Jan 2023 – Dec 2024

PI, Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Funding Scheme (TCFS)

HRC-MAPROS: Human-robot collaboration-oriented MiC adaptive production robotics system, HKD 3,021,574.50 + RMB 2 million, 24 months, GHP/321/22SZ

Deputy PC, Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF)

Large Language Models and Knowledge Graphs Enabled IoT-BIM Platform for Production Scheduling in Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) HKD 7,177,649.95 (7.17 million), 24 months, TP/041/24LP. 3.12 million for Dr. LI Xiao

Feb 2025 – Jan 2027

Co-PI, NSFC-RGC Collaborative Research Scheme

The Mechanism and Policy Optimisation of Multi-stakeholder Cross-regional Collaboration in the Construction Industry of the GBA, HKD 3,600,000, 48 months, No. CRS_PolyU505/23. Co-PI with HKD 1,000,000

Jan 2024 – Dec 2027

Research

Our Publications & Impact

Highlighting our team’s work published in leading journals and conferences.

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2025 Journal papers

  1. Yang, J., Yang, Z., Wu, C., Guo, Y., Li, X., & Lin, J. (2025). SMALLM: A local small model augmented a cloud-based large language model for Chinese named entity recognition in low-resource industries. Complex & Intelligent Systems, 11(11), 1–18.https://doi.org/10.1007/s40747-025-02074-6
  2. Li, Z., Ma, J., Qiu, W., Li, X., & Jiang, F. (2025). MLGA-GNN: Assessing horizontal and vertical heterogeneity in the photovoltaic potential of urban-scale building facades. Energy and Buildings, 116255. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2025.116255
  3. Huang, Z.#, & Li, X*. (2025). A critical review of operations research on the operation and maintenance of railway systems. Journal of Railway Science and Technology.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrst.2025.08.001
  4. Yang, Z., Li, X., Zhu, Y., & Li, X. (2025). Blockchain-driven innovations of carbon emission management in cement supply chain: Evidence from China. Journal of Environmental Management, 392, 126795. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.126795
  5. Zeng, J. △, Li, X.*, & Antwi-Afari, M. F. (2025). Federated Smart Work Package Framework with Triplet Loss for Mental Fatigue Monitoring. Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 39(6), 04025102. https://doi.org/10.1061/JCCEE5.CPENG-6507
  6. Wei, Y.△, Li, X.*, & Petzold, F. (2025). Text-to-structure interpretation of user requests in BIM interaction. Automation in Construction, 174, 106119. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2025.106119
  7. Wei, Y.△, & Li, X*. (2025). Knowledge-enhanced ontology-to-vector for automated ontology concept enrichment in BIM. Journal of Industrial Information Integration, 100836. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jii.2025.100836
  8. Liu, Z.△, Li, X., Gao, Z., Zhang, Y., Teng, Y., & Wu, C*. (2025). A Hybrid and Intuitive Work Packaging Approach with Multiple Task Relations, General Work Package Precedence, and BIM in Modular Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(4), 04025019. https://doi.org/10.1061/JCEMD4.COENG-15856
  9. Wu, C.#, Ding, W., Jin, Q., Jiang, J., Jiang, R., Xiao, Q., … & Li, X*. (2025). Retrieval augmented generation-driven information retrieval and question answering in construction management. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 65, 103158. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2025.103158
  10. Wang, J.△, Li, X.*, Chen, C., & Zhu, W. (2025). Proof of Carbon Reduction: A Novel Incentive Mechanism in Blockchain for Carbon Emissions Reduction in Construction. Building and Environment, 112684. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2025.112684

2024 Journal papers

  1. Wu, C.#, Li, X., Jiang, R., Liu, Z., Xie, F., Wang, J., … & Yang, Z*. (2024). Understanding Carbon Resilience under Public Health Emergencies: A Synthetic Difference-in-Differences Approach. Scientific Reports,14(1), 20581. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-69785-7
  2. Zhang, Y. △, Li, X.*, Teng, Y., Bai, S., & Chen, Z. (2024). Two-list genetic algorithm for optimizing work package schemes to minimize project costs. Automation in Construction, 165, 105595.  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2024.105595
  3. Lu, W., Lou, J.*, Ababio, B. K., Zhong, R. Y., Bao, Z., Li, X., & Xue, F. (2024). Digital Technologies for Construction Sustainability: Status Quo, Challenges, and Future Prospects. NPJ Materials Sustainability, 2(1), 10. https://doi.org/10.1038/s44296-024-00010-2
  4. Li, X.*, Zeng, J., Chen, C., Li, T., & Ma, J. (2024). Decentralized adaptive work package learning for personalized and privacy-preserving occupational health and safety monitoring in construction. Automation in Construction, 165, 105556. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2024.105556
  5. Zhang, N.△, Li, X.*, & Gao, Y. (2024). A joint work package sizing and scheduling problem considering resource constraints with a look-ahead heterogeneous reinforcement learning method. International Journal of Production Research, 1-38.  https://doi.org/10.1080/00207543.2024.2430457
  6. Zhang, Y.△, Li, X.*, Teng, Y., Shen, G. Q., & Bai, S. (2024). Multi-objective optimization of work package scheme problem to minimize project carbon emissions and cost. Computers & Industrial Engineering, 200, 110831. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cie.2024.110831
  7. Song, C.#, Li, X.*, Du, Q., Jiang, R., & Shen, Q. (2024). Hybrid pose adjustment (HyPA) robot design for prefabricated module control in modular construction assembly. Automation in Construction, 168, 105798. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2024.105798
  8. Zhang, Y. △, Li, X.*, Teng, Y., Shen, G. Q., & Bai, S. (2024). A heuristic rule adaptive selection approach for multi-work package project scheduling problem. Expert Systems with Applications, 238, 122092. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eswa.2023.122092

2023 Journal papers

  1. Li, Z., Ma, J.*, Tan, Y., Guo, C., & Li, X. (2023). Combining physical approaches with deep learning techniques for urban building energy modeling: A comprehensive review and future research prospects. Building and Environment, 110960. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2023.110960
  2. Li, R., Chi, H. L.*, Peng, Z., Li, X., & Chan, A. P. (2023). Automatic tower crane layout planning system for high-rise building construction using generative adversarial network. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 58, 102202.   https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2023.102202
  3. Liu, Z. △, Li, X.*, Wu, C., Ma, J., Yang, Z., & Guo, Y. (2023). Automatic work package sizing for cost-effective modular construction. Automation in Construction, 154, 105003. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2023.105003
  4. Jiang, F., Ma, J.*, Webster, C. J., Li, X., & Gan, V. J. (2023). Building layout generation using site-embedded GAN model. Automation in Construction, 151, 104888. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2023.104888
  5. Chiang, D. C. I., Antwi-Afari, M. F.*, Anwer, S., Mohandes, S. R., & Li, X. (2023). Occupational stress in the construction industry: A bibliometric-qualitative analysis of literature and future research directions. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-08-2023-0114

2022 Journal papers

  1. Li, X*., Lu, W.S., Xue, F., Wu, L., Zhao, R., Lou, J.F., and Xu, J.Y.(2022). Blockchain-enabled IoT-BIM Platform for Supply Chain Management in Modular Construction, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 148(2), 04021195.https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002229
  2. Li, X., Wu, C.*, Yang, Z., Guo, Y., & Jiang, R. (2022). Knowledge graph-enabled adaptive work packaging approach in modular construction. Knowledge-Based Systems, 110115. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.knosys.2022.110115   
  3. Li, X., Wu, C.*, Xue, F., Yang, Z., Lou, J., & Lu, W.(2022). Ontology-based Mapping Approach for Automatic Work Packaging in Modular Construction, Automation in Construction, 134, 104083. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.104083
  4. Li, X., Zeng, J., Chen, C.*, Chi, H. L., & Shen, G. Q. (2022). Smart work package learning for decentralized fatigue monitoring through facial images. Computer‐Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1111/mice.12891
  5. Wu, L.△, Li, X.*, Zhao, R., Lu, W., Xu, J., & Xue, F. (2022). A blockchain-based model with an incentive mechanism for cross-border logistics supervision and data sharing in modular construction. Journal of Cleaner Production, 133460.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.133460
  6. Wu, C., Li, X., Jiang, R., Guo, Y., Wang, J., & Yang, Z*. (2022). Graph-based deep learning model for knowledge base completion in constraint management of construction projects. Computer‐Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering.https://doi.org/10.1111/mice.12904  
  7. Wu, C., Li, X., Guo, Y., Wang, J., Ren, Z., Wang, M., & Yang, Z*. (2022). Natural language processing for smart construction: Current status and future directions. Automation in Construction, 134, 104059.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.104059
  8. Wu, L., Lu, W*., Zhao, R., Xu, J., Li, X., & Xue, F. (2022). Using Blockchain to Improve Information Sharing Accuracy in the On-site Assembly of Modular Construction. Journal of Management in Engineering, 38(3), 04022014. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ME.1943-5479.0001029
  9. Lou, J., Lu, W.*, Xu, J., Li, X., & Wang, J. (2022). Nomenclature for off-site construction. Building Research & Information, 1-15.https://doi.org/10.1080/09613218.2022.2039586
  10. Xu, J., Lu, W.*, Wu, L., Lou, J., & Li, X. (2022). Balancing privacy and occupational safety and health in construction: A blockchain-enabled P-OSH deployment framework. Safety Science, 154, 105860. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssci.2022.105860

2021 Journal papers

  1. Li, X., Wu, L., Zhao, R., Xue, F*., Lu, W.S. Two-layer Blockchain-based Supervision Model for Off-site Modular Housing Production (2021), Computers in Industry, 128, 103437.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compind.2021.103437
  2. Li, X., Chi, H. L., Lu, W., Xue, F., Zeng, J*., & Li, C. Z. (2021). Federated Transfer Learning-enabled Smart Work Packaging for Preserving Personal Image Information of Construction Workers. Automation in Construction, 128, 103738. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103738
  3. Lu, W., Li, X.*, Xue, F., Zhao, R., Wu, L., & Yeh, A. G. (2021). Exploring smart construction objects as blockchain oracles in construction supply chain management. Automation in Construction, 129, 103816.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103816
  4. Xue, F., Li, X.*, Lu, W., Webster, C. J., Chen, Z., & Lin, L. (2021). Big data-driven pedestrian analytics: Unsupervised clustering and relational query based on Tencent Street View photographs. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 10(8), 561.https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi10080561
  5. Lu, W., Wu, L*., Zhao, R., Li, X., & Xue, F. (2021). Blockchain technology for governmental supervision of construction work: learning from digital currency electronic payment systems. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(10), 04021122. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002148
  6. Liu, P., Chi, H. L*., Li, X., & Guo, J. (2021). Effects of dataset characteristics on the performance of fatigue detection for crane operators using hybrid deep neural networks. Automation in Construction, 132, 103901.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103901
  7. Wu, L., Lu, W.S*., Xue, F., Li, X., Zhao, R (2021). Linking permissioned blockchain to the Internet of Things (IoT)-BIM platform for off-site production management in modular construction, Computers in Industry, 135, 103573.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compind.2021.103573

2020 Journal papers

  1. Li, X., Chi, H. L*., Wu, P., & Shen, G.Q., (2020). Smart work packaging -enabled Constraint-free Crane Path Re-planning for On-site Assembly Process of Prefabrication Housing Production. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 43, 101008.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2019.101008
  2. Luo, L., Jin, X*., Shen, G. Q., Wang, Y., Liang, X., Li, X., & Li, C. Z. (2020). Supply Chain Management for Prefabricated Building Projects in Hong Kong. Journal of Management in Engineering,36(2), 05020001.https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ME.1943-5479.0000739
  3. Xue, J., Shen, G. Q*., Yang, R. J., Wu, H., Li, X., Lin, X., & Xue, F. (2020). Mapping the Knowledge Domain of Stakeholder Perspective Studies in Construction Projects: A Bibliometric Approach. International Journal of Project Management, 38(6), 313-326.) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijproman.2020.07.007
  4. Wang, P., Wu, P., Chi, H. L*., & Li, X. (2020). Adopting Lean Thinking in Virtual Reality-based Personalized Operation Training Using Value Stream Mapping. Automation in Construction, 119, 103355. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2020.103355

2019 Journal papers

  1. Li, X., Shen, G. Q., Wu, P*., & Teng, Y. (2019). Integrating Building Information Modeling and Prefabrication Housing Production. Automation in Construction, 100, 46-60. (ESI Highly Cited Paper)https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2018.12.024
  2. Li, X., Shen, G. Q., Wu, P*., Xue, F., Chi, H. L., & Li, C. Z. (2019). Developing a Conceptual Framework of Smart Work Packaging for Constraints Management in Prefabrication Housing Production. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 42, 100938. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aei.2019.100938
  3. Li, X., Wu, C*., Wu, P, Xiang, L, Shen, G.Q., Vick, S, & Li, CZ. (2019). Smart work packaging-enabled Constraints Modeling for the On-site Assembly Process of Prefabrication Housing Production, Journal of Cleaner Production, 239, 117991 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.117991
  4. Teng, Y., Li, X., Wu, P*., & Wang, X. (2019). Using cooperative game theory to determine profit distribution in IPD projects. International Journal of Construction Management, 19(1), 32-45. https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2017.1358075
  5. Gong, P., Teng, Y*., Li, X., & Luo, L. (2019). Modeling Constraints for the On-Site Assembly Process of Prefabrication Housing Production: A Social Network Analysis. Sustainability, 11(5), 1387. https://doi.org/10.3390/su11051387

2018 Journal papers

  1. Li, X., Yi, W., Chi, H. L., Wang, X*., & Chan, A. P. (2018). A Critical Review of Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) Applications in Construction Safety. Automation in Construction, 86, 150-162. (ESI Highly Cited Paper) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2017.11.003
  2. Li, X., Liu, X*., Li, C. Z., Hu, Z., Shen, G. Q., & Huang, Z. (2018). Foundation Pit Displacement Monitoring and Prediction Using Least Squares Support Vector Machines Based on Multi-point Measurement. Structural Health Monitoring, 18(3), 715-724.https://doi.org/10.1177/1475921718767935
  3. Li, C. Z., Xue, F., Li, X.*, Hong, J., & Shen, G. Q. (2018). An Internet of Things-enabled BIM Platform for On-site Assembly Services in Prefabricated Construction. Automation in Construction, 89, 146-161. (Most Cited Article) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2018.01.001
  4. Li, C. Z., Xu, X*., Shen, G. Q., Fan, C., Li, X., & Hong, J. (2018). A Model for Simulating Schedule Risks in Prefabrication Housing Production: A Case Study of Six-day Cycle Assembly Activities in Hong Kong. Journal of Cleaner Production, 185, 366-381. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2018.02.308

2017 Journal papers

  1. Li, X., Shen, G. Q., Wu, P*., Fan, H., Wu, H., & Teng, Y. (2017). RBL-PHP: Simulation of Lean Construction and Information Technologies for Prefabrication Housing Production. Journal of Management in Engineering, 34(2), 04017053.https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ME.1943-5479.0000577
  2. Liu, X., Wang, X*., Wright, G., Cheng, J. C., Li, X., & Liu, R. (2017). A State-of-the-Art Review on the Integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Geographic Information System (GIS). ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 6(2), 53. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi6020053
  3. Wu, C., Xu, B., Mao, C*., & Li, X. (2017). Overview of BIM Maturity Measurement Tools. Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), 22(3), 34-62. https://itcon.org/papers/2017_03-ITcon-Wu
  4.  Li, X., Wu, P*., Shen, G. Q., Wang, X., & Teng, Y. (2017). Mapping the Knowledge Domains of Building Information Modeling (BIM): A Bibliometric Approach. Automation in Construction, 84, 195-206. (Most Cited Article) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2017.09.011  

Conference Papers

  1. Qi, Y., Li, X., & Jiang, R. (2025). Vision-based segmentation, measurement, and pose estimation in modular integrated construction. ISARC. Proceedings of the International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction.
  2. Zhang, Y.△, Li, X.*, Teng, Y., Shen, G. Q., & Bai, S. Unlocking Large Language Models for Project Scheduling. In ICCREM 2024 (pp. 562-571).
  3. Zhu, W.△, & Li, X*. A Blockchained Work Package System for Progress Payment and Delay Claims. In ICCREM 2024 (pp. 380-392).
  4. Dong, Q.△, Li, X.*, Chen, T., & Wu, C. A KG-LLM-Based Product2inspection Mapping Approach for Module Prefabrication. In ICCREM 2024 (pp. 692-703).
  5. Zeng, J.△, Li, X.*, & Zhang, Z. (2025). ConPPMF: Construction Datasets for Privacy-Preserving Mental Fatigue. In CIB Conferences (Vol. 1, No. 1, p. 381).
  6. Zhang, Y., Xia, Z., Teng, Y., Li, X., & Shen, Q. (2024). Carbon optimization based on three-echelon MC project supply chain network modeling. The 29th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (CRIOCM), 12.
  7. Wei, Y.△, Li, X.*, Wu, C., Zahedi, A., Guo, Y., & Yang, Z. (2023, August). Generation for Configuration: A Conceptual Paradigm of a Natural Language-Based Configurator for Modular Buildings with ChatGPT. In International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (pp. 1491-1501). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.
  8. Zhang, Y.△, Li, X.*, Teng, Y., Shen, Q., & Bai, S. (2023, August). A Reinforcement Learning Framework for Maximizing the Net Present Value of Stochastic Multi-work Packages Project Scheduling Problem. In International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (pp. 733-756). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.
  9. Wei, Y.△, & Li, X.* (2024, August). Graph-Augmented Text-Based Floorplan Generation. In 2024 International Conference on Automation in Manufacturing, Transportation and Logistics (ICaMaL) (pp. 1-9). IEEE.
  10. Zhang, N.△, & Li, X*. (2024, July). Modeling and Analysis of Joint Work Package Sizing and Project Scheduling Considering Resource Constraints. In EC3 Conference 2024 (Vol. 5, pp. 0-0). European Council on Computing in Construction.
  11. Jiang, R.△, & Li, X*. (2024, June). Low center-of-gravity movement robotic arm with a kinematic optimization algorithm for on-site construction. In 41st International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (03/06/2024-07/06/2024, Lille, France).
  12. Zhang, Y., Teng, Y.*, & Li, X. (2024). Tabu search-based multi-objective optimization of work package schemes to minimize project costs and carbon emissions. In the International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management (pp. 823-830). Korea Institute of Construction Engineering and Management.
  13. Wang, J.△, & Li, X.* (2023). A Novel Incentive Mechanism for Blockchain-based Carbon Emission Reduction in Construction. Construction Blockchain Conference 2023: Blockchain & IoT. Hong Kong
  14. Zhang, Y.△, Li, X.*, Wu, C., & Chen, Z. (2022, December). A Double Deep Q-Network-Enabled Two-Layer Adaptive Work Package Scheduling Approach. In International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (pp. 1027-1041). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.
  15. Ma, X., Mao, C.*, Li, X., & Wu, C. (2022, December). How Can Robot Replacement Be Achieved?–Technology Development Direction for Automatic Construction Robot. In International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (pp. 173-188). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.
  16. Li, X., Wu, C.*, Lu, W.S., Xue, F., (2021). Latent Dirichlet Allocation-based Approach for Automatically Mapping Components to Tasks in Modular Construction. In Proceedings of the 24th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate. Springer, Beijing.
  17. Liu, P., Chi, H. L.*, Li, X., & Li, D. (2020, November). Development of a Fatigue Detection and Early Warning System for Crane Operators: A Preliminary Study. In Construction Research Congress 2020: Computer Applications (pp. 106-115). Reston, VA: American Society of Civil Engineers.
  18. Du, Q., Chi, H. L.*, Li, X., & Shen, G. Q. (2020, November). Prioritizing Operational Considerations of Crane Operator Training for Modular Integrated Construction. In Construction Research Congress 2020: Safety, Workforce, and Education (pp. 743-752). Reston, VA: American Society of Civil Engineers.
  19. Li, X., Chi, H. L.*, & Shen, G. Q. P. Constraint-free crane path re-planning. Proceedings of the CIB World Building Congress 2019: Constructing Smart Cities, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, 17-21 June 2019, p. [694-704]
  20. Li, X., Chi, H. L.*, Zhang, W., & Shen, G. Q. (2019). Monitoring and Alerting of Crane Operator Fatigue Using Hybrid Deep Neural Networks in the Prefabricated Products Assembly Process. In ISARC. Proceedings of the International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (Vol. 36, pp. 680-687). IAARC Publications. 
  21. Li, X., Shen, Q.P.*, Luo, L., Xue, F., and Chi, H.L., 2018. Smart Work Packages for Constraints Management in Modular Integrated Construction. International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality. Auckland, New Zealand.
  22. Wu, C., Jiang, R., & Li, X.* (2016). Integration of BIM and Computer Simulations in Modular Construction: A Case Study. Modular and Off-site Construction (MOC) Summit Proceedings.
  23. Li, X., Xu, B.*, Teng, Y., Ren, Y. T., & Hu, Z. M. (2014, August). Comparative Research of AR and VR Technology Based on User Experience. In 2014 International Conference on Management Science & Engineering 21st Annual Conference Proceedings (pp. 1820-1827). IEEE.
  24. Zeng, N.S., Liu, Y., Li, X., & Xu, B*. (2014). On-site Construction Management Framework Based on a Real-time Building Information Modeling System. ECPPM, 2014, 95.

Patents

  1. Li, X., Song, C., Du, Q, Shen, Q.P. A hoisting mechanism for active payload poses adjustment. CN 2023118710216.
  2. Song, C., Du, Q, Li, X., Shen, Q.P. A control system for adjusting the active payload pose. CN 2023118731725.
  3. Li, X., Wang, S.J., Wu, C.K., Song, C., Du, Q. A stable hoisting device, method, electronic equipment, and storage medium, CN 2023108112752.
  4. Li, X., Wang, S.J., Wu, C.K., Du, Q., Song, C. An automated installation method for prefabricated modules based on collaborative robotic arms, CN 2023108114086.
  5. Jaing, R.Q., Li, X., Sun, S.C., Du, Q.R., Shen, Q.P. Hybrid Pose Adjustment Robot and Methods for Modular Construction, CN25H100025WYL.
  6. Teng, Y., Li, X., Wu, C. An evaluation method, device, equipment, and medium for a carbon emission control policy. CN 2023108133674.
  7. Teng, Y., Li, X., Wu, C. A prediction method, device, equipment, and medium for carbon emission. CN 2023108133674.

Book & Book Chapters

  1. Li, Z.D, Hong, J.K., Li, X., & Chen, Z. Digital Transformation in Prefabricated Construction (2021), ISBN: 978-7-112-25491-0 China Architecture & Building Press.
  2. Wei, Y., Li, X*., Wu, C., & Petzold, F. (2025). Unlocking the Power of Language Models for Smart Configuration in the AEC Domain Using Spoken Language Understanding. In Routledge Handbook of Smart Built Environment (pp. 64-82). Routledge.
  3. Wang, J & Li, X* (2025). Digital Built Asset Management: From Theories to Applications, Chapter 6, Environment, Health, and Safety Section. Edward Elgar.
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Award

Honors & Awards

Recognizing our lab’s excellence and achievements across research and innovation.

Best Paper Award

Year：2025

Awarder： ICLS

Best Paper Award

Year：2025

Awarder： CIB

Best Innovation and Impact

Year：2024

Awarder： iCCPMCE

Best Paper Award

Year：2024

Awarder： ICCREM

Best Paper Award

Year：2024

Awarder： CSIE

Best Presentation Award

Year：2024

Awarder： iCaMaL

Geneva Invention Gold Medal

Year：2024

Awarder：IEIG

华夏建设科学技术二等奖

Year：2023

Awarder： 中华人民共和国住房和城乡建设部

Best Paper Award

Year：2023

Awarder： CRIOCM

Best Paper Award

Year：2023

Awarder： CRIOCM

CIC Innovation Award 2nd Prize

Year：2022

Awarder： CIC

Outstanding Paper Award

Year：2022

Awarder： CRIOCM

Research Grant Award

Year：2022

Awarder： SYLFF

Best Peer-reviewed Paper Award

Year：2022

Awarder： ASCE J. Manag. Eng.

RGC Postdoctoral Fellowship

Year：2020

Awarder： HK RGC