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Mobile robotics and 3D printing: addressing challenges in path planning and scalability
RASTEGARPANAH, Mohammad; Asif, Mohammed Eesa; Butt, Javaid et al.
2024In Virtual and Physical Prototyping, 19 (1)
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Keywords :
Mobile robots; additive manufacturing; path planning; artificial intelligence; industry 4,0
Abstract :
[en] Mobile Additive Manufacturing (MAM) systems are transforming large-scale fabrication across various industries, particularly in building and construction. This review explores recent advancements and ongoing challenges in deploying mobile robots within dynamic additive manufacturing (AM) environments. A primary focus is placed on mobile robots’ path planning and real-time navigation methods, identified as critical knowledge gaps that impact the accuracy of printing trajectories. AI-driven techniques, such as deep learning and reinforcement learning, are presented as promising solutions to these challenges, offering improvements in trajectory optimisation, obstacle avoidance, and multi-robot cooperation. However, significant obstacles remain, particularly in scaling up MAM operations while maintaining both precision and efficiency. This review provides analysis of the current state of mobile robotic AM, outlines potential pathways for future research, and underscores the alignment of these technologies with Industry 4.0 objectives, emphasizing the ongoing need for innovation to unlock the full potential of mobile robotics in large-scale manufacturing.
Precision for document type :
Review article
Disciplines :
Mechanical engineering
Author, co-author :
RASTEGARPANAH, Mohammad  ;  University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) > Department of Engineering (DoE)
Asif, Mohammed Eesa;  Extreme Robotics Lab, School of Metallurgy & Materials, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
Butt, Javaid;  School of Engineering and the Built Environment, Birmingham City University, Birmingham, UK
VOOS, Holger  ;  University of Luxembourg > Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SNT) > Automation
Rastegarpanah, Alireza;  Extreme Robotics Lab, School of Metallurgy & Materials, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
External co-authors :
yes
Language :
English
Title :
Mobile robotics and 3D printing: addressing challenges in path planning and scalability
Publication date :
02 December 2024
Journal title :
Virtual and Physical Prototyping
ISSN :
1745-2759
eISSN :
1745-2767
Publisher :
Informa UK Limited
Volume :
19
Issue :
1
Peer reviewed :
Peer Reviewed verified by ORBi
Funders :
Luxembourg National Research Fund - FNR
Funding number :
18004812
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