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Form without the work - robotic assembly of formwork-free vaults

Bensaber, Samia LU (2024) ASEM01 20241
Department 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
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
date last changed
2024-06-13 12:58:53
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  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}},
}