CONSTRUCTION ROBOTICS IN MALAYSIA, CHINA, THAILAND AND INDONESIA

Abstract

The integration of robotics in construction enhances productivity, safety, and addresses labor shortages, particularly in developing countries. Developing countries face limited research and implementation. Challenges in these countries include hazardous working conditions, low productivity, and dependence on manual labor. Additional barriers to robotics adoption include high upfront costs, technological compatibility issues, regulatory limitations, gaps in human capital, and cultural resistance. Robotics can automate labor-intensive tasks like welding, concrete printing, and inspection, potentially resolving these challenges. This study provides stakeholders with a roadmap to leverage robotics for economic growth and modernization in the construction sector by addressing both limitations and opportunities present in emerging markets.