Yusuf Furkan Kaya

Imperial College London, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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Yusuf Furkan Kaya is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of aerial robotics and additive manufacturing, whose work is redefining how we approach construction and maintenance in hazardous environments. His primary research areas include aerial manipulation, autonomous systems, and on-site robotic construction. Kaya’s most significant contribution is the development of an intelligent aerial manipulator for wind turbine inspection and repair, a system designed to eliminate human exposure to dangerous working conditions at height. This work, cited 15 times, proposes a novel robotic platform capable of online damage detection and repair. Building on this, his research into aerial additive manufacturing (AAM) has been groundbreaking. His 2024 study on polyurethane foam deposition dynamics, with 12 citations, established the foundational understanding of material behavior for in-flight 3D printing. His 2025 paper, cited 7 times, outlines a comprehensive framework for using aerial robots to construct buildings on-site, a paradigm shift from ground-based construction. Kaya’s cumulative impact, with over 34 citations across his key works, positions him as a leading voice in autonomous construction, offering safer, more efficient solutions for infrastructure repair and building in inaccessible or dangerous locations.