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New framework enables natural language querying of complex BIM data

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Researchers have developed IfcLLM, a novel framework designed to make Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) data more accessible through natural language queries. The system converts IFC models into both relational and graph representations, which are then processed by an LLM with iterative reasoning to understand user requests. Implemented using an open-weight GPT OSS 120B model, the framework demonstrated high accuracy in tests, suggesting a path toward more intuitive interaction with complex BIM data. AI

IMPACT This framework could significantly improve accessibility for non-expert users in the AEC industry by enabling natural language interaction with complex BIM data.

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  1. arXiv cs.CL TIER_1 English(EN) · Johnson Xuesong Shen ·

    A Hybrid Framework for Natural Language Querying of IFC Models with Relational and Graph Representations

    Building Information Modeling (BIM) is widely used in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, but the complexity of Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) limits accessibility for non-expert users. To address this, we introduce IfcLLM, a hybrid framework for na…

  2. Hugging Face Daily Papers TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    A Hybrid Framework for Natural Language Querying of IFC Models with Relational and Graph Representations

    Building Information Modeling (BIM) is widely used in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, but the complexity of Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) limits accessibility for non-expert users. To address this, we introduce IfcLLM, a hybrid framework for na…

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