Publications / 1993 Proceedings of the 10th ISARC, Houston, USA

Robot Oriented Modular Construction System - Part II: Design and Logistics

H. Kurita, T. Tezuka, H. Takada
Pages 309-316 (1993 Proceedings of the 10th ISARC, Houston, USA, ISBN 9780444815231, ISSN 2413-5844)
Abstract:

The 3-Dimensional Modular Unit Construction System involves constructing a) in fixed cycle time using b) 3-D Modular Unit Building Blocks which are assembled at a c) “factory” automated staging area on the jobsite prior to be lifted into place on the building. This system has great potential to facilitate the use of robots on the jobsite and dramatically reduce the construction period. In order for this system to succeed, Logistics and Design become critical issues. We proposed a) time scheduling model which incorporates the jobsite logistic requirements and b) a concurrent design flow model combining functional design and production design, production design considerations and unit building block concept must be introduced in the early stages of design. CAD/CAP/CAM systems must be improved to point where a) concurrent design is feasible and b) information used during the design process can be integrated into management tools during construction.

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