Yi Yang

Papers

Total Citations

188

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About

Yi Yang is a prominent researcher at the intersection of construction engineering, artificial intelligence, and robotics, with a particular focus on prefabricated and modular construction methods. His work addresses one of the most pressing challenges in modern construction: leveraging cutting-edge technologies to improve efficiency, sustainability, and societal outcomes in the built environment. Yang's most impactful contribution, a 2022 systematic literature review on artificial intelligence and robotics in prefabricated and modular construction, has rapidly accumulated 100 citations, underscoring its significance as a foundational reference in the field. This work comprehensively maps the landscape of AI and robotics applications, providing researchers and practitioners with critical insights into emerging technological opportunities. Complementing this, his 2019 paper exploring the co-evolution of modular integrated construction and robotics — garnering 88 citations — demonstrates his forward-thinking approach to understanding how innovative building technologies develop symbiotically through interaction. Together, these contributions position Yang as a leading voice in construction innovation, bridging theoretical frameworks with practical technological advancement. His research is essential reading for students and scholars seeking to understand how artificial intelligence and robotics are reshaping the future of the construction industry.