Papers
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Total Citations
111
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About
Zoubeir Lafhaj is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of construction robotics, additive manufacturing, and sustainable materials. His work centers on automating traditional construction processes, from brick-laying to tower crane operations, while advancing the durability and environmental performance of 3D-printed structures. Lafhaj’s most cited paper, “Robotic mechanical design for brick-laying automation” (2017, 67 citations), introduces a robot capable of autonomously constructing walls with cinder blocks, addressing critical labor and efficiency challenges in masonry. He has also made significant contributions to sustainable construction materials, including a novel geopolymer formulation based on clay for additive manufacturing (2021) and a durability-based framework for assessing printed construction materials (2019, 15 citations). Beyond technical innovation, Lafhaj is a leader in construction education, developing the “Imagine and Make” pedagogy to teach construction robotics to higher education students (2022–2023, 16 combined citations). His recent work on automating tower crane path planning and trajectory tracking within the ROS framework (2024) further demonstrates his commitment to integrating digital technologies into real-world construction sites. With a growing citation record and a focus on both practical automation and sustainable materials, Lafhaj is shaping the future of Construction 4.0.
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- 1Robotic mechanical design for brick-laying automation67 citations · 2017
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