Potential applications and benefits of humanoids in the construction industry: a South African perspective

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作者
Ikuabe, Matthew [1 ]
Aigbavboa, Clinton [1 ]
Kissi, Ernest [1 ,2 ]
机构
[1] Univ Johannesburg, Fac Engn & Built Environm, Johannesburg, South Africa
[2] Kwame Nkrumah Univ Sci & Technol, Dept Construct Technol & Management, Kumasi, Ghana
关键词
Applications; Benefits; Humanoids; Construction industry; South Africa; AUTOMATION; TECHNOLOGIES;
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10.1108/IJBPA-04-2023-0042
中图分类号
TU [建筑科学];
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0813 ;
摘要
Purpose In most developing countries, the delivery of construction project is still characterised by inefficiencies resulting from the use of outdated methods and techniques, which retards project performance. Hence, the call for the implementation of innovative technologies such as humanoids in the execution of construction projects as it has been proven to be very effective in other sectors while improving productivity and quality of work. Consequently, this study looks at how humanoids can be used in the construction industry and what benefits they can bring.Design/methodology/approach The study employed a quantitative approach underpinned in post-positivist philosophical view using questionnaire as the instrument for data collection. The target respondents were construction professionals, and purposive sampling was used, while a response rate of 62.5% was gotten. The methods of data analysis were mean item score, standard deviation and one-sample t-test.Findings The findings revealed that humanoids can be used in progress tracking, auto-documentation and inspection and surveillance of tasks in construction activities. Also, the most important benefits of using humanoids in construction work were found to be shorter delivery times, fewer injuries and more accurate work.Practical implications The outcome of the study gives professionals and relevant stakeholders in construction and other interested parties' information about the areas where humanoids can be used and their benefits in construction.Originality/value The novelty of this study is that it is a pioneering study in South Africa on humanoids' usage in the construction industry. Also, it expands the existing borderline of the conservation of construction digitalisation for enhanced project execution.
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页数:15
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