Abstract Data loss and communication problems may arise especially in complex construction projects, which in turn may result in poor project performance. Interoperability smooths communication while increasing information management quality. The aim of this paper is to investigate the interoperability research gaps and trends in Building Information Modeling (BIM) for architecture, engineering, construction, operation, and facility management (AECO/FM). This study adopted a holistic approach with a bibliometric search, a scientometric mapping and analysis of interoperability in BIM research. Data about interoperability in BIM were collected through an examination of 477 articles that were selected from the Scopus database. This study contributes to the body of knowledge by highlighting the research trend and gaps in key areas, and their relationship with interoperability in BIM. As results suggest, future studies should focus on interoperability in BIM to increase knowledge-integrated, ontology-based, IT-based managed, collaborative, automated, well-visualized, and sustainable outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.

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AECO/FM 行业建筑信息建模的互操作性

摘要 在复杂的建设项目中尤其可能出现数据丢失和通信问题，进而可能导致项目绩效不佳。互操作性使通信顺畅，同时提高信息管理质量。本文的目的是调查建筑信息模型 (BIM) 在建筑、工程、施工、运营和设施管理 (AECO/FM) 方面的互操作性研究差距和趋势。本研究采用整体方法，包括文献计量搜索、科学计量映射和 BIM 研究中的互操作性分析。通过检查从 Scopus 数据库中选择的 477 篇文章，收集了有关 BIM 互操作性的数据。本研究通过突出关键领域的研究趋势和差距，为知识体系做出贡献，以及它们与 BIM 互操作性的关系。结果表明，未来的研究应侧重于 BIM 的互操作性，以在整个项目生命周期中增加知识集成、基于本体、基于 IT 的管理、协作、自动化、可视化和可持续的结果。