Form without the work - robotic assembly of formwork-free vaults
(2024) ASEM01 20241Department of Architecture and Built Environment
- Abstract
- This thesis explores the potential of robotic assembly in constructing formwork-free vaults, aiming to modernize traditional vaulting techniques using robotic
automation. The motivation behind it is to enhance buildability, sustainability, and efficiency in construction practices. Key hypotheses focus on the viability of using robotic systems to replicate and improve upon historical vaulting methods without the need for extensive formwork.
During the experimentation phase, manual experiments were conducted to understand
the practical challenges of bricklaying and motion planning. Robotic experiments
involved form finding, motion planning, and the use of various assembly methods
such as binding agents and dry fitting. Key tests... (More) - This thesis explores the potential of robotic assembly in constructing formwork-free vaults, aiming to modernize traditional vaulting techniques using robotic
automation. The motivation behind it is to enhance buildability, sustainability, and efficiency in construction practices. Key hypotheses focus on the viability of using robotic systems to replicate and improve upon historical vaulting methods without the need for extensive formwork.
During the experimentation phase, manual experiments were conducted to understand
the practical challenges of bricklaying and motion planning. Robotic experiments
involved form finding, motion planning, and the use of various assembly methods
such as binding agents and dry fitting. Key tests included the use of a hanging weight system and a place-and-hold method to evaluate the best use for robotics in
creating stable vault structures.
The findings indicate that while the collaborative approach of robot and human
interaction shows promise for achieving stable structures with improved accuracy,
the research identifies significant areas for improvement, particularly in integrating materiality aspects into the process.
The implications of this work suggest that robotic assistance can play a crucial
role in preserving and adapting traditional construction methods for modern applications, particularly in remote or resource-limited settings. (Less)
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- author
- Bensaber, Samia LU
- supervisor
- organization
- course
- ASEM01 20241
- year
- 2024
- type
- H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
- subject
- keywords
- Robotic assembly, formwork-free vaults, traditional vaulting techniques, automation in construction, digital fabrication, sustainable building practices, architecture in context, construction efficiency, building processes
- language
- English
- id
- 9163097
- date added to LUP
- 2024-06-13 12:58:53
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- 2024-06-13 12:58:53
@misc{9163097, abstract = {{This thesis explores the potential of robotic assembly in constructing formwork-free vaults, aiming to modernize traditional vaulting techniques using robotic automation. The motivation behind it is to enhance buildability, sustainability, and efficiency in construction practices. Key hypotheses focus on the viability of using robotic systems to replicate and improve upon historical vaulting methods without the need for extensive formwork. During the experimentation phase, manual experiments were conducted to understand the practical challenges of bricklaying and motion planning. Robotic experiments involved form finding, motion planning, and the use of various assembly methods such as binding agents and dry fitting. Key tests included the use of a hanging weight system and a place-and-hold method to evaluate the best use for robotics in creating stable vault structures. The findings indicate that while the collaborative approach of robot and human interaction shows promise for achieving stable structures with improved accuracy, the research identifies significant areas for improvement, particularly in integrating materiality aspects into the process. The implications of this work suggest that robotic assistance can play a crucial role in preserving and adapting traditional construction methods for modern applications, particularly in remote or resource-limited settings.}}, author = {{Bensaber, Samia}}, language = {{eng}}, note = {{Student Paper}}, title = {{Form without the work - robotic assembly of formwork-free vaults}}, year = {{2024}}, }