Kepa Iturralde
Technical University of Munich, Robotics Research (United States)
Papers
25
Total Citations
328
H-Index
9
About
Kepa Iturralde is a leading researcher in construction robotics and automation, with a particular focus on cable-driven parallel robots (CDPRs) and their application to façade installation and building refurbishment. His most influential work centers on the development of robotic systems capable of installing curtain wall modules (CWMs) — heavy, prefabricated façade elements traditionally handled through dangerous, labor-intensive manual processes. His 2022 paper on CDPRs for curtain wall installation has garnered 79 citations, establishing him as a key voice in construction automation. Beyond hardware development, Iturralde has made significant contributions to the strategic and economic frameworks surrounding construction robotics. His work on cost-benefit analysis (43 citations) and technology management systems (41 citations) for single-task construction robots provides developers and industry stakeholders with practical tools to evaluate and guide robotic implementation on-site. He has also pioneered the integration of BIM workflows with robotic operating systems, bridging design and execution in automated construction environments. With over 260 cumulative citations across his body of work, Iturralde's research addresses not only the technical challenges of construction robotics but also their real-world viability, safety implications, and systematic deployment — making his contributions invaluable to students and professionals advancing automation in the built environment.
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Top Papers
- 1Cable-driven parallel robot for curtain wall module installation79 citations · 2022
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- 7Cable-Driven Parallel Robot for Curtain Wall Modules Automatic Installation12 citations · 2018
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