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This paper unveils insights from a thorough investigation into implementing building information modeling (BIM) into construction safety management practices across Asian countries. The study involved 192 randomly surveyed respondents from Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, China, Singapore, Myanmar, and Indonesia to assess their utilization of BIM and its application in construction safety planning and implementation. The questionnaire revealed that 61% of respondents had used BIM; however, only 20% of this subset had used BIM to enhance construction safety. While an encouraging 90% of respondents expressed a positive opinion of BIM as a potential tool for mitigating construction accidents, qualitative analysis of their remarks unveiled challenges hindering effective implementation. This investigation sheds light on the gap between recognizing BIM's potential in enhancing construction safety and the practical challenges hindering its widespread adoption in the Asian construction industry. The insights from this study can inform policy, education, and industry practices to address the identified barriers and facilitate the successful implementation of BIM in managing safety in construction. Practical Applications: This research offers valuable guidance to construction firms in Asia or those operating in Asian countries, aiding them in informed decision-making and the adoption of building information modeling (BIM) for enhanced on-site construction safety. Policymakers can use the findings to shape or update construction safety standards and integrate BIM technologies effectively. The study is a resource for professional training, addressing both optimistic factors and challenges in BIM implementation, specifically tailored for the nuances of Asian construction safety. Technology providers, such as BIM software developers, are encouraged to refine products to address region-specific challenges, improving safety management. The comprehensive analysis of impediments informs risk mitigation strategies for BIM implementation. Lastly, focusing on Asian perspectives promotes cross-cultural collaboration among construction professionals, facilitating the exchange of best practices. In summary, this research is a practical guide for construction professionals, educators, policymakers, and technology developers, contributing to the safe and effective implementation of BIM practices in Asian construction projects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Deterioration of bond between steel reinforcement and concrete due to corrosion significantly affects the durability, strength, and serviceability of reinforced concrete (RC) structures. This paper discusses the effects of reinforcement corrosion on the bond deterioration of RC members through cracking and tension stiffening behaviours. A series of RC members were tested under direct tensile force. A bond reduction model due to the corrosion was proposed by combining the experimental results and available data in the literature. Average widths of tensile crack on the corroded RC members were precisely estimated based on the proposed bond reduction model. Moreover, a simplified numerical model using three-dimensional non-linear finite element (FE) analysis was performed to reproduce the average response of the tensile members. A good agreement of load-concrete strain behaviour was achieved between experimental and analysis results. The constitutive model of concrete including the effect of reinforcement corrosion under tension for FE modelling was discussed. The findings demonstrate the effective evaluation of member responses deteriorated by reinforcement corrosion. Thus, the study will be valuable in improving the assessment of structural durability and performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]