Formation of the main tasks and functions of information modeling for the implementation of modular projects.

Building information modeling (BIM) and modular construction are important modern technologies for the sustainability of the construction industry. However, both directions today have practical and theoretical defects that prevent the spread of each approach separately and in combination, thereby opening up space for research and new developments. Therefore, it is advisable to study this complex of design and construction technologies in order to increase efficiency. The purpose of this study is to obtain theoretical data for the integration of information modeling technologies in modular construction and further search for new ways of developing these areas. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to solve a number of tasks to analyze the features of the main tasks and design processes of modular design, the features and capabilities of the information modeling functionality, and also to perform an expert assessment. This article proposes a selection of the most promising and effective tasks of modular and BIM functions among the general lists of items obtained on the basis of literature analysis. The selection is carried out on the basis of the application index, which is formed on the basis of expert assessments. As a result, two groups of the most promising tasks of modular construction and the most effective information modeling functions were obtained. The results of the study are applicable for drawing up the theoretical basis and methodological basis for information modeling of modular objects, as well as for further research in the field of modular construction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]