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Research

Discover more about research and development in Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in an interview with a senior researcher at University College Dublin, alongside a representative sample of recent research publications focused on MMC and skills development.

This will grow to be a comprehensive showcase of research activity across Ireland, highlighting the work of higher education institutions and other research-performing organisations that are driving innovation and workforce development in the Irish construction sector.

  • Taking MMC Research to the Construction Site and Beyond

    The MMC Research Group at University College Dublin (UCD), spearheaded by Dr Daniel McCrum, is leading the innovations behind Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).
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Research showcase

  • Cover with green background and white text about robotics and automation in construction management.
    Feb 2025

    Robotics and Automation in Construction Management Review Focus

    Lamar University
    This study examines the application of robotics and automation in construction management by analyzing fourteen case studies, highlighting their impact on project execution and labor dynamics.
    View Report on researchgate.net
  • Cover image with a black background and the title “Developments in the Built Environment,” featuring green and white text.
    Nov 2024

    Autonomous Mobile Construction Robots in Built Environment

    ScienceDirect
    This study systematically reviews the use of autonomous mobile robots in construction, discussing their potential and challenges.
    View Report on sciencedirect.com
  • Cover with the title: “A Guide for Construction Practitioners to Integrate Robotic Systems” on a blue background.
    Feb 2024

    A Guide for Construction Practitioners to Integrate Robotic Systems

    S.M.A.R.T. Construction Research Group, Division of Engineering,(NYUAD)
    This paper presents a guide for researchers and construction practitioners interested in using robotic systems, discussing how robots can boost productivity and reduce costs in construction projects.
    View Report on frontiersin.org
  • Cover image for the journal article titled "Roles of robotics in architectural and engineering construction industries: review and future trends."
    Jan 2024

    Roles of robotics in architectural and engineering construction industries

    Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    This work introduces an innovative review framework that assesses the interconnection between robotics in construction and automation.
    View Report on sciexplor.com
  • Cover with MDPI logo and the title “Large-Scale Automated Additive Construction” on the left, blue geometric pattern on the right.
    Aug 2022

    Large-Scale Automated Additive Construction

    Mohammad Reza Khosravani and Azadeh Haghighi
    Additive manufacturing has drawn significant attention in both academia and industry due to its capabilities and promising potential in various sectors. However, the adoption of this technology in large-scale construction is still limited due to the numerous existing challenges.
    View Report on mdpi.com