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Herbsman, Z and Ellis, R (1990) Research of factors influencing construction productivity. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 49-61.

Kangari, R and Halpin, D W (1990) Identification of factors influencing implementation of construction robotics. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 89-104.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: automation; equipment; excavation; materials handling; prefabrication; robot
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446199000000008
  • Abstract:

    The objective of this paper is to describe major factors influencing the robotization of construction processes, and to provide a model based on fuzzy set theory for feasibility analysis of robotics. Major factors influencing implementation of construction robotics are described. The Primary factors driving the adoption of robotics in construction are identified as:(1) need-based feasibility, (2) technological feasibility, and (3) economic feasibility. In order to concentrate on process which have potential and exclude those processes which are not strong candidates for automation, brainstorming sessions were held with various parties involved in construction to examine feasibility of construction processes for automation. The participants were asked to consider construction processes from the heavy and highway, building and industrial construction areas.

Lowe, J G (1990) The fixed capital stock in use by the UK construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 63-75.

Seymour, D E and Pheng, L S (1990) The quality debate. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 13-29.

Singh, G and Banjoko, O O (1990) The development of a rational bill of quantities. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 31-47.

Skibniewski, M J and Kassouf, P J (1990) Potential for application of plastic liner plates in tunnelling works. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 3-11.

Tavakoli, A and Tulumen, S C (1990) Construction industry in Turkey. Construction Management and Economics, 8(01), 77-87.