Journal of World Architecture

Strategies for Route Design in Highway Reconstruction and Expansion Projects

Jianning Si — 2025-07-01

Due to the substantial and continuous growth of transportation demand in China, the existing highway capacity has become insufficient to meet the increasing traffic volume. The implementation of highway reconstruction and expansion projects has gradually become a key measure to improve the service level of the road network and alleviate traffic congestion. Meanwhile, route design is a core aspect of highway reconstruction and expansion projects, and its scientific nature and quality can directly affect the safety, economy, and future operational efficiency of the highway. Therefore, this article provides a detailed analysis of the principles and requirements of route design for highway reconstruction and expansion projects. Additionally, it delves into the design process and key technologies applied in route design for these projects.

Research on Innovative Design of Rural Education Practice Base in Longhe Town, Fengdu County

Yuan Zhang — 2025-07-01

This study addresses issues in the development of the rural education complex in Longhe Town, Fengdu County, such as the loss of local characteristics, chaotic landscapes, inadequate industrial chains, and fading cultural memories, and proposes solutions. Based on the report of the 19th National Congress, combined with the rural revitalization strategy and industrial integration strategy, through policy analysis, field research, and case studies, a “Five Parks and Two Zones” landscape sequence is proposed to create an experiential, cultural, and educational rural education practice base.

A Research on the Practical Approach of Cultural and Creative Design to Tell Chinese Stories Well in the Context of Digital Media— Taking Haikou Qilou as an Example

Bo Yuan — 2025-07-01

In the era of rapid development in digital media, cultural and creative design, as an important means of inheriting and disseminating regional culture, faces new opportunities and challenges. This paper takes Haikou Qilou as a case study to delve into the practical approaches of cultural and creative design in telling Chinese stories under the context of digital media. By analyzing the cultural connotations and values of Haikou Qilou and combining the characteristics of digital media, this paper proposes practical strategies in areas such as creative exploration, design expression, and promotion. The aim is to provide a reference for the inheritance and innovation of regional culture in the digital age, and to promote excellent traditional Chinese culture onto broader stages.

Discussion on Traditional Residence Remodeling and Renewal Design Pointing to Green Building System--Take Wanggezhuang Traditional Residence as an Example

Ziying Li — 2025-06-30

Since China advocated the conservation of historical and cultural heritage and rural rejuvenation strategy, finding a balance between “protection” and “adaptive use” of traditional villages has become a core challenge for their sustainable development. In November 2023, the Department of Culture and Tourism of Shandong Province announced the list of cultural-ecological demonstration villages and towns in the province, in which Wanggezhuang Street stood out and was awarded the title of cultural-ecological town, becoming a unique representative of Qingdao. This study aims to realize the “harmonious coexistence of multiple interests” by comprehensively examining the current situation of the village through a combination of on-site research, literature analysis, in-depth interviews, and other research methods, supplemented by questionnaires and other means to build a multi-dimensional evaluation system to assess user satisfaction, and then systematically summarize the problems and their root causes of conservation and development. It aims to provide targeted optimization suggestions for village planning, promote the deep integration of traditional village protection and development, achieve a win-win situation for all parties, and contribute to the in-depth implementation of the strategy of rural revitalization.

Research on the Integration Path of Practical Teaching and Education in Civil Engineering and Transportation Majors Oriented by Employment

Lei Zou — 2025-06-30

To promote the achievement of high-quality and full employment goals for students in higher education, this paper analyzes the integration path of practical education and teaching in civil engineering and transportation majors, guided by surveying employment. This paper proposes three integration paths for practical teaching and education in civil engineering and transportation majors under the employment orientation. The first path is to create a modularized and informatized curriculum system. The second path is to deepen diverse cooperative practices between schools and enterprises. The third path is to construct a diversified quality evaluation system for academic achievement. To ensure the quality of education and employment, schools should continuously evaluate and reflect on the practical effects of these three paths to further optimize them.

Research on the Intelligent Design and Management of Buildings Based on the Internet of Things Engineering

Fan Wang — 2025-06-30

The Internet of Things (IoT) technology provides new impetus for the development of building intelligence. This research focuses on the intelligent design and management of buildings based on IoT engineering. It expounds on the system design principles such as sensor technology, communication network technology, and data storage and analysis, and analyzes the key points of design, including design requirement analysis, equipment layout, and system integration. Through specific cases, it demonstrates the application practice of the system in buildings, and presents the application effect of intelligent system management with multi-parameter values, providing theoretical and practical references for the development of building intelligence and helping to achieve efficient, energy-saving, and safe building operation.

Renewal Design of an Urban Heritage Park: The Case of King Yu’s Terrace Park

Qianqian Zhang — 2025-06-30

With the increasing awareness of heritage city protection around the world, relevant laws and regulations are constantly improving, and the methods and approaches for protection are gradually enriching ^[1]. Heritage protection work has made significant progress. In recent years, heritage parks have become an effective model for balancing urban construction and heritage protection, not only for the effective protection of the site itself and its environment, but also for the use of the site and its cultural heritage ^[2]. This article takes King Yu’s Terrace Park as an example for research. As an ancient capital of eight dynasties, Kaifeng in Henan Province has many historical relics, one of which is King Yu’s Terrace Park. The overall renewal planning and design of the park focuses on the protection of ancient buildings, ecological landscape design, and cultural display ^[3]. A complete set of planning and design strategies is summarized to provide reference for the future renewal and renovation of King Yu’s Terrace Park.

Numerical Simulation of M-Shaped Multi-Row Pile-Supported Foundation Pit Excavation Based on ABAQUS

Meng Chen — 2025-06-30

The M-shaped multi-row pile foundation retaining structure represents an enhanced version of conventional multi-row anti-sliding support systems. To date, the implementation of M-shaped pile configurations in foundation pit excavations has not been extensively investigated, with particularly scant research focusing on their load-bearing mechanisms and stress redistribution characteristics. Furthermore, numerical modeling methodologies for such geometrically optimized pile networks remain underdeveloped compared to practical engineering applications, creating a notable research-practice gap in geotechnical engineering. A comparative finite element analysis was systematically conducted using ABAQUS software to establish three distinct excavation support configurations: single-row cantilever retaining structures, three-row cantilever configurations, and M-shaped multi-row pile foundation systems. Subsequent numerical simulations enabled quantitative comparisons of critical performance indicators, including pile stress distribution patterns, lateral displacement profiles, and bending moment diagrams across different structural typologies. The parametric investigation revealed characteristic mechanical responses associated with each configuration, establishing corresponding mechanical principles governing the interaction between pile topology and soil-structure behavior.towers. The findings of this study provide critical references for the design optimization of M-shaped multi-row pile foundation retaining systems.

Research Progress on Risk Assessment in Construction Sites

Shoujuan Cui — 2025-06-30

Construction work is an important component of social development, and its safety management is crucial for the protection of employees’ lives, the efficient development of enterprises, and the social harmony and stability. Therefore, this paper explores the risk identification, risk estimation, risk evaluation, and control strategies of construction sites. It analyzes the research progress, current issues that need optimization, and future development directions, aiming to provide insights for the development of risk evaluation in construction sites.

An Intelligent Vibration System for Concrete in Nuclear Power Engineering

Yuzhong Han — 2025-06-30

In nuclear power engineering, the quality requirements for concrete are extremely stringent. Concrete structures must exhibit high durability to withstand the effects of nuclear radiation, chemical corrosion, and environmental changes. In particular, nuclear power projects impose higher design standards and safety requirements regarding concrete density. Traditional manual vibration and visual inspection methods are difficult to ensure the required level of concrete compaction. This paper presents an intelligent vibration technology for concrete in nuclear power engineering to enhance construction quality and efficiency. By integrating intelligent sensors, control systems, and data processing algorithms, the technology enables real-time monitoring and evaluation of the vibration process. Results show that intelligent vibration technology effectively ensures the density and uniformity of concrete in nuclear power engineering, thereby improving structural safety and reliability.

Finite Element Simulation of Mid-Joints in Chuandou-Style Tenon-Mortise Connections of Dong Drum Towers in Guizhou Based on ABAQUS

Ziquan Jiang — 2025-06-30

As iconic structures in Dong ethnic villages of Guizhou, drum towers hold significant cultural and architectural value. However, research on their mechanical behavior, particularly the mechanical performance of their joints, remains limited, with numerical simulation studies lagging behind theoretical and experimental investigations. This study first establishes an orthotropic elastoplastic constitutive model for timber based on experimental data from Chuandou-style timber structures, determining key parameters such as elastic modulus, shear strength, and plastic strain.Subsequently, a refined finite element model was established using ABAQUS, and its reliability was validated through comparative analysis of stress nephograms, skeleton curves, and other key outcomes with experimental data. The findings provide valuable references for engineering design.

Research on the Application of BIM Technology in the Architectural Design Phase

Ying Lin — 2025-07-01

This paper investigates the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology in architectural design and its future developmental trajectories. It begins by elucidating the advantages of BIM technology compared to conventional design methodologies. Subsequently, it examines the specific implementations of BIM technology in architectural design, highlighting its substantial contributions to improving design precision, operational efficiency, and collaborative processes. Lastly, the paper anticipates the evolutionary trends of BIM technology. Looking ahead, as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and big data technologies continue to advance, BIM technology is poised to experience further innovations and breakthroughs, thereby presenting novel opportunities and challenges for the construction sector.

Analysis of the Application of Mechanical and Electrical Equipment Supporting Technology in Coal Mine Filling Mining Face

Sanmin Wang — 2025-07-01

In the context of increasing demand for coal mine resources in China’s current socio-economic development, traditional mining methods have been difficult to effectively meet the requirements of safety production and environmental protection. As a result, coal mine filling mining technology has emerged, which can effectively achieve the goal of controlling surface subsidence in practical applications, while also significantly improving the recovery rate of coal resources. Based on this, this study will first elaborate on the characteristics of filling mining technology, and then analyze the key points of the application of supporting technology for mechanical and electrical equipment in the corresponding working face based on actual cases, in order to provide support for improving the efficiency of coal mining.

Research on the Construction Path of the Training Model for Applied Talents in the Architecture Major of Universities in the New Era

Huinan Liu — 2025-07-01

In the context of the new era, deepening education reform and improving the quality of talent cultivation are important measures for universities to align with industry trends and the development needs of students. With the continuous growth of the economy, the construction industry is undergoing rapid development and transformation, and there is an increasing demand for high-quality and high-level applied talents, which poses certain challenges to the architecture majors in universities. Therefore, universities should actively follow the industry development trends and the characteristics of talents, clarify the talent cultivation objectives, optimize the professional teaching system, and promote the high-quality development of education. The cultivation of applied talents in the architecture major of universities is not only an internal requirement for the development of the construction industry but also an important part of the country’s innovation-driven development strategy. It is of great significance for promoting scientific and technological progress, enhancing cultural confidence, and promoting the comprehensive development of the economy and society.

BIM Application in Road Construction Sector of Developing Countries

Shuxing Kang — 2025-07-01

Road construction plays a vital role in the social and economic development of developing countries. However, it is often constrained by financial limitations, maintenance challenges, and environmental concerns. Building Information Modelling (BIM) presents a transformative opportunity to improve road construction efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability by enabling digital collaboration, lifecycle management, and data-driven decision making. This paper examines the current state of BIM application in the road construction sector of developing countries, focusing on lifecycle integration, economic and operational benefits, and key barriers to adoption. Findings indicate that BIM can enhance project outcomes in whole project life. However, challenges such as high initial costs, lack of skilled personnel, and insufficient policy support hinder widespread adoption. Moreover, the underutilization of BIM in the operational phase leads to unsatisfied returns on investment. The study highlights the critical role of government policies in driving BIM implementation, particularly in public-sector road projects. Recommendations include fostering BIM standards, investing in workforce training, and developing localized BIM solutions to maximize long-term benefits for developing nations.

An Exploration of Garden Art in “A Dream of Red Mansions”

Youjun Tang — 2025-07-01

The garden in “A Dream of Red Mansions” represents a blend of Northern and Southern private gardens, the imperial garden (House of Reunion), and folk culture (Paddy-Sweet Cottage). It embodies the maturity of Chinese garden artistry. This paper examines the classical gardening techniques employed in the garden architecture of “A Dream of Red Mansions,” focusing on five aspects: borrowed view, opposite view, framed view, obstructed view, and highlighted view. It explores how the changes in the garden reflect the transformations of the Jia family and the fortunes of its characters. By connecting specific scenes with the characters, it explores the significance of garden names, plant arrangements, and overall layout, analyzing how these elements reflect the personalities and destinies of the garden’s inhabitants. From the character of the garden to the characters within it, the evolution of the garden mirrors the lives of its inhabitants, reflecting their personal histories, emotional journeys, and the eventual rise and fall of their fortunes.

Design and Finite Element Analysis of Smart Lining Trolley for Plateau Railway

Yuan Wang — 2025-07-01

As a key national project, a newly built plateau railway features a large proportion of tunnels and high construction difficulty. To reduce the voids in the secondary lining of tunnels and address issues such as ineffective vibration of the vault, vault voiding, and the inability to monitor the casting status during tunnel lining construction with ordinary lining trolleys, a new smart lining trolley with large clearance that integrates functions such as vibration, automatic casting, and pressure monitoring has been developed. This was achieved by combining the functional design of the new smart lining trolley, comparing traditional construction techniques, and introducing information-based and intelligent design concepts. Through simulation calculations using finite element software modeling, it is verified that the structural stiffness, strength, and other performance parameters of the smart lining trolley meet the technical design requirements.

Real-time Monitoring and Alarm Strategy for Construction Site Safety Based on the Integration of BIM and AI

Ying Peng — 2025-07-01

Combining the background of modern construction engineering site safety management, this article analyzes the real-time monitoring and alarm strategies for site construction safety under the integration of BIM and AI. This includes the analysis of BIM and AI technologies and their integration advantages, real-time monitoring and alarm strategies for construction site safety based on BIM and AI integration, as well as the development direction of BIM and AI integration in real-time monitoring and alarm for construction site safety. It is hoped that through this analysis, a scientific reference can be provided for the digital and intelligent management of construction site safety, promoting the digital and intelligent development of its safety management work.

Research on the Application of Local Materials in the Environmental Design of Rural Kindergartens

Liping Qin — 2025-07-01

As the development of rural kindergarten education continues, creating an appropriate kindergarten environment has become an important issue. This paper focuses on the application of local materials in the design of rural kindergarten environments. Through in-depth research, it was found that local materials not only offer the advantages of being easily accessible and cost-effective but also enable the creation of learning and growth spaces for young children that are rich in regional characteristics. From indoor space layout, activity area division, to outdoor landscape design, the paper explores how to skillfully integrate local materials into design to stimulate children’s curiosity and creativity, while enhancing their understanding and identification with local culture. This provides feasible strategies and methods for optimizing the environment of rural kindergartens, thereby contributing to the improvement of educational quality in rural kindergartens.

Research on Multi-functional Excavation Trolley for Single-track Tunnel Face

Guangming Zhang — 2025-07-01

The construction of the tunnel face is a critical aspect of tunnel excavation, and its supporting equipment mainly includes drilling jumbos, arch installation trolleys, wet spraying manipulators, and anchor bolt trolleys. To address the issues of high construction costs and the need to replace equipment for different processes, this paper designs an economical and practical multi-functional integrated trolley based on engineering cases. This trolley is suitable for various construction methods such as full-face excavation and benching method, and integrates functions such as drilling and blasting holes, anchor bolt holes, advance grouting holes, pipe roof construction, charging, anchor bolt installation and grouting, and arch mesh installation. It reduces the number of operators, improves the tunnel working environment, lowers construction costs, and enhances construction efficiency.

Research on the Optimization and Simulation of Assembly Line Balancing Based on Improved PSO Algorithm

Wenkang Zhang — 2025-07-01

In response to the deficiencies of commonly used optimization methods for assembly lines, a production demand-oriented optimization method for assembly lines is proposed. Taking a certain compressor assembly line as an example, the production rhythm and the number of workstations are calculated based on production requirements and working systems. With assembly rhythm and smoothing index as optimization goals, an improved particle swarm optimization algorithm is employed for process allocation. Subsequently, Flexsim simulation is used to analyze the assembly line. The final results show that after optimization using the improved particle swarm algorithm, the assembly line balance rate increased from 71.1% to 85.9%, and the assembly line smoothing index decreased from 47.4 to 29.8, significantly enhancing assembly efficiency. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed optimization method for the assembly line and provides a reference for other products in the same industry.