JTC, Obayashi team up on robotics for construction

It includes trial and development of robotics solutions.

JTC Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Japan’s Obayashi Corporation to develop and adopt technologies in the construction industry, with a focus on robotics.

In a press release, Obayashi said it will leverage its construction experience and research and development capabilities in testbed environments provided by JTC.

Technologies such as construction robotics are expected to contribute to increased efficiency and safety in construction, and to addressing labour shortages.

However, many challenges remain, including operational expenses, adaptability to on-site environments, training of operational personnel, and the development of standardisation and regulatory frameworks.

The MOU aims to understand the factors that make construction sites challenging for robots and how to address them.

It will also trial and develop robotics solutions and conduct feasibility studies on autonomous and tele-operated heavy construction equipment.

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