Publications / 1992 Proceedings of the 9th ISARC, Tokyo, Japan

Evaluation of Robotics in the Application of PUF Roofing

Dean T.Kashiwagi, William C. Moor, J. Pablo Nuno, William W.Badger
Pages 207-214 (1992 Proceedings of the 9th ISARC, Tokyo, Japan, ISSN 2413-5844)
Abstract:

The purpose of this paper is twofold: 1) to introduce a new methodology to evaluate facility systems and the application of robotics in facility management operation; 2) to use the methodology to analyze the viability of the application of robotics ins installing polyurethane foam (PUF) roof systems. The “Romer” is a robot that installs PUF roofs. Its development, operational characteristics, and advantages and disadvantages are discussed. The impact of the technology is discussed in terms of a relative “fuzzy number” and present cost or profit. Utilizing the “Romer” robot in a test case is the best option for the constructor and the owner in terms of present cost, profit, and performance. This allows both the constructor and the facility owner to benefit from the implementation of the robot. The impact of the technology is specific to the test case and is dictated by alternative options to meet the facility system requirement.

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