Papers
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Total Citations
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H-Index
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About
Ci-Jyun Liang is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of construction robotics, human-robot collaboration, and digital twin technology, whose work is reshaping how the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry integrates intelligent automation. With over 835 citations across his most influential publications, Liang has established himself as a leading voice in construction automation research. His most celebrated contributions include a comprehensive classification of human-robot collaboration frameworks in construction (198 citations) and the development of interactive, process-level digital twins that synchronize physical robots with virtual environments in real time (146 citations). These innovations address a fundamental challenge in construction: bridging human cognitive flexibility with robotic precision in complex, unstructured job-site environments. Liang has also made significant strides in vision-based pose estimation for articulated robots (116 citations) and learning-from-demonstration systems that enable robots to acquire quasi-repetitive construction skills through human guidance (112 citations). His more recent work tackles the ethical dimensions of AI and robotics in AEC (92 citations), demonstrating a thoughtful awareness of the societal implications of his field. Taken together, Liang's portfolio reflects a rare combination of technical depth, systems thinking, and ethical responsibility that continues to advance construction robotics toward practical, human-centered deployment.
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- 1Human–Robot Collaboration in Construction: Classification and Research Trends198 citations · 2021
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- 8RAS: a robotic assembly system for steel structure erection and assembly37 citations · 2017
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