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Research Project 2.3
Automated rebar-cage construction
Objective:
The project aims to revolutionise the construction industry by introducing an automated system for creating rebar cages through a coordinated robotic system. The project's primary goal is to enhance efficiency, precision, and safety in constructing rebar cages, one of the essential components in reinforced concrete structures
The project involves developing and deploying a multi-robotic system to construct re bar cages. This system comprises several robots that will work together to assemble rebar cages autonomously, a task that is traditionally labour-intensive and time-consuming. The project aims to streamline construction workflows, reduce manual labour, and minimise the risks of handling heavy materials by automating these processes. The key components necessary to achieve automated in stallation of rebars and the construction of a full rebar cage will be developed
The use-case equipment of UC3 located at the Collaborative Center@Finnslatten will be utilised, integrated with education on robotics programs. The central challenges that need to be ad dressed to succeed will be solved - such as robot planning, digital twin, and model transformation. One of the project's essential features is integrating this system with construction design software, allowing direct translation of design specifications into construction actions. This integration streamlines the process from design to execution, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
Expected outcomes:
The project aims to deliver a robotic system for automating rebar cage construc tion, reducing manual labour. Key outcomes include a significant increase in precision and consistency. Additionally, the project aims to present a proof of concept solution, demonstrating the practical appli cation and benefits of robotics in construction
Staffing: 2 Assoc. Sr. Lecturers (part of), MSc students.
Duration: 2024-2032
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