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The purpose of this study is to provide details of the robots used in construction and an insight into how the technology can contribute to addressing the challenges facing the industry.

Following an introduction which identifies key challenges facing the construction industry, this study discusses robotic 3D structural printing, the role of drones, ground vehicles, bricklaying, welding and other robotic application. Finally, brief conclusions are drawn.

The construction industry faces significant challenges: labour shortages, a poor safety record, near static productivity, slow adoption of new technology and an adverse environmental impact. A diverse range of robots are finding uses in this industry and can automate or enhance many traditional practices. These yield benefits which include reduced manpower requirements, improved safety, better productivity, lower environmental impact and increased overall efficiency, thereby addressing many of the challenges facing the industry.

This study provides details of robots used in construction industry and how they can address the challenges confronting the industry.

The purpose of this paper is to provide details of developments in quantum technologies and consider their potential applications in robotics.

Following a short introduction, this study first provides an overview of the global quantum technology landscape. It then discusses developments in quantum computing and sensing technologies. Potential applications in robotics are then considered and finally, brief conclusions are drawn.

Quantum technologies are the topic of a rapidly growing global R&D effort. Quantum computing has the potential to conduct conventional computations far more rapidly than traditional computers and solve complex problems that are presently challenging or impossible. If realised, robotic applications could include enhanced route planning, machine learning and data fusion. Quantum position and magnetic field sensors have the potential to revolutionise navigation systems in airborne, land and marine robots and overcome limitations of GPS and inertial measurement units. Magnetic sensors also have a role in health care in the control of robotic prostheses and exoskeletons and in brain–computer interface techniques. Quantum radar, lidar and imaging systems stand to outperform their conventional counterparts, and applications are anticipated in military and civilian robots. Quantum technologies are still at an early stage of development, and much progress will be made in the future, opening up many further robotic applications.

This study provides an insight into quantum technology developments and their potential applications in robotics.