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Opportunities of Robotics in Construction Industry

  • Report

  • 32 Pages
  • June 2020
  • Region: Global
  • Frost & Sullivan
  • ID: 5125669

Autonomous and Advanced Robotic will Provide the Construction Industry the Opportunity to Complete Project Efficiently

Autonomous and robotics technology has been undergoing major technological growth in recent years. This novel technology is playing a crucial role in the transformation of many key industries such as automotive, aerospace, warehouse, and logistics. With the advent of Industry 4.0 and smart factories, all industries across the spectrum are adopting advanced robotic automation solutions for varied applications according to industry requirements.

This research service titled ‘Opportunities of Robotics in Construction Industry’ reviews about the different robotic solutions, which are impacting the construction industry. A section of the study is also dedicated to the new growth opportunities related to robotics in the construction industry.

Key questions answered in the study:


  • What are the different types of robotic solutions available for the construction industry?
  • Patent trends of construction robots during 2010-2020
  • Patent trends of drones for the construction industry during 2010-2020
  • Industry drivers and challenges
  • What are the growth opportunities?
  • Who are the key companies in the Industry?

Table of Contents

1.0 Executive Summary
1.1 Research Scope
1.2 Research Methodology
1.3 Explanation of Research Methodology

2.0 Key Findings
2.1 Key Findings

3.0. Construction Robots - Industry Overview
3.1. Inspection and Surveying Robots are Witnessing High Adoption Rates
3.2. Autonomous Technology will Have the Highest Impact on the Industry
3.3. Material Handling Solutions are Witnessing Significant Adoption Rate

4.0 Patent Analysis – Robotic Solutions for the Construction Industry
4.1. 2018 Witnessed Highest Increase in Patents Related to Autonomous and Surveying Robotic Solutions
4.2. China has the Highest Patent Filings Related to Construction Robotic Solutions
4.3. Drones are Being Specially Designed for Building and Land Surveying Applications
4.4. The US has Filed the Highest Patents Related to Drones for the Construction Industry

5.0 Notable Innovations
5.1. Robotics Solutions Decrease Man Power Requirement and Increase Process Cycle Time
5.2. High Implementation Cost is One of the Key Challenges Hindering the Adoption of Robotics Solutions

6.0 Growth Opportunities
6.1. Construction Robots Successfully Address Key Industry Challenges in the Long Term
6.2. Growth Opportunity 2: Smart Manufacturing to Reap Highest Benefits of 5G Adoption in the Medium Term

7.0 Companies to Action
7.1. Fully Autonomous Robotic Solutions, which can be Remotely Operated are Main Area of Focus
7.2. The Requirement for Efficient Monitoring and Surveying has Lead to the Adoption of Drones Across the Construction Industry

8.0 COVID-19 on Construction Industry
8.1. Impact of COVID-19 on the Construction Industry

9.0 Industry Contacts
9.1 Key Industry Contacts

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