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Hyung Joo Lee is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics, construction automation, and deconstruction. His work focuses on advancing teleoperated and semi-autonomous control systems for heavy construction machinery, with a particular emphasis on enabling precise, intuitive operation in harsh environments. Lee’s major contributions include developing Cartesian coordinate control frameworks that allow operators to command complex machinery more naturally, and proposing robot-assisted on-site deconstruction methods for reusing concrete walls—a critical step toward sustainable construction practices. His research on probabilistic motion control and 5G communication infrastructure for robotic applications addresses fundamental challenges in latency and reliability, laying the groundwork for real-world deployment. With papers accumulating over 60 citations, including his widely referenced works on teleoperated construction machines and semi-autonomous deconstruction (each with 16 and 11 citations respectively), Lee’s impact is evident. Notably, his 2022 concept paper on robot-assisted deconstruction and his 2024 study on 5G in construction represent forward-thinking contributions that bridge automation, sustainability, and digital connectivity. Lee’s work is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of intelligent, safe, and efficient construction robotics.