Robotic Automation of Bricklaying, Plastering, and Wall Painting to Overcome Manual Limitations in Modern Construction

Abstract

This project presents a detailed comparative study between the SAM100 robotic bricklaying system and traditional manual masonry. The construction industry continues to face challenges such as labour shortages, low productivity, safety risks and material wastage. Robotic systems like SAM100 offer automated bricklaying with higher productivity and reduced labour dependency. The study evaluates both methods based on time, labour requirement, cost, mortar wastage, productivity rate, and overall project efficiency. A simulated calculation for a 30 m² wall shows that SAM100 reduces labour costs by nearly 30% of total cost along with reduced mortar waste and construction time. The results demonstrate that robotic masonry significantly improves efficiency and can be beneficial for large-scale construction projects. The study also highlights limitations of SAM100 in complex areas, setup costs, and the need for trained operators.