Design for Robotic Construction
Research Team
Our Motivation:
“In the future, the full benefits of using robots on site may not be attained without adjusting the facility design and components to the robotic construction method as previously shown in manu-facturing industries. To support these changes, we first need to under-stand how the robotic construction method connects with design decisions.”
Research Contribution
Develop a prototype of a user interface for robot construction methods that suggests design decisions on the product level
Define a set of metrics to express robot capabilities in 3D
Problem
Practical Problem
Robots are becoming less expensive, smaller, task adaptable, and more robust to the unstructured environment.
However, the decision to use robots usually starts while the construction phase is underway, leaving little room for the builder to implement efficiencies through robotic design strategies.
Given this new reality, we need to better understand how to facilitate the use of robots from the construction and design perspectives.
Solution
Prototype a user interface for robot construction methods suggesting design decisions at the product level to check for robotic feasibility.
This simulation interface will explore robot constraints such as size, height, weight, and accessibility needs.
Added Value For The Industry
Illustrate an initial user interface suggesting design decisions at the product level that make robotic assembly feasible.
This interface will help determine if the robotic construction is feasible by locking at the robot constraints such as size, height, and weight. It will also consider supporting infrastructure into the design including parking, charging stations, and ambient intelligence strategies.
Applications: Preparing interior walls for surface treatments through grinding or scraping
Timeline
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Spring 2021 |
Research became awarded: "Design for Robotic in Construction" |
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Summer 2021 |
Start working with industry partners on case-studies |
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Fall 2021 |
Literature review to understand product metrics |
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Winter 2021 |
The initial draft of user interface |
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If you want to participate in the project please reach out to Cynthia Brosque (cbrosque@stanford.edu)
Research Overview & Progress Report
This research will be continued in the academic year 2022/23. Here you will find the continuation.