The project focuses on current developments and demands in the construction industry for the preservation and refurbishment/renovation of existing buildings as one of the most important keys to climate protection. Consequently, there are considerable requirements with regard to a) networked and flexible planning processes, b) non-standardized construction methods and automation solutions, and c) their integration into integral construction processes and process chains; In addition, there is d) the need for further structural approaches and methods for decarbonization, as well as addressing the acute shortage of skilled workers and labor in the construction industry and stagnating productivity. The development of non-standardized digital methods is therefore of great importance, especially given the complexity of existing structures.
The core objective is to implement an assistive, mobile robotic platform that supports skilled construction workers directly on-site by performing high-precision tasks such as 3D surveying, structural condition assessment, and marking.
By developing safe and intuitive human-robot interaction (HRI) processes, the technology is designed to function as a collaborative tool that enhances human expertise rather than replacing it. All project data is integrated through a seamless digital process chain (i.e., an "Integrated Digital Twin") that facilitates direct communication between digital planning models and physical execution. This comprehensive approach aims to address acute labor shortages and limited productivity in the construction sector while ensuring that the preservation of our built environment is both sustainable and technologically future-proof.