How robots and automation are changing construction
11 January 2023
A forthcoming webinar/panel discussion by KUKA, on Wednesday 8 February 2023, is set to address the perception of construction and quarrying, and overcome the industry’s image as a dirty and dangerous occupation. Working with FUTURECAST, the approach is to rethink construction and quarrying to make better use of youngsters’ tech-based skills.
Addressing issues such as sustainability, and embracing solutions such as the adoption of green energy and modern, technology-based methods of construction, is also high on the research facility’s agenda. These range from exoskeletons and motorised gloves to Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR and VR), via robotics, additive manufacturing, automation, and machine learning.
Traditionally very labour-intensive, the industry has typically been very male-oriented. Building sites have been seen as dangerous environments, open to the elements and not appealing to young recruits. Now though, as digitisation brings the principles of construction indoors and removes the physical constraints, opportunities for women are growing. Gen Zs and creative originatives, adept in coding/gaming, can get to grips with robots and automated technology, driving dynamicity, equality and growth across an industry desperate for change.
To register, please visit: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/624463659215569501
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