| Keywords |
Construction robot; Demand analysis; Mechanical equipment; Physical AI; Smart construction |
| Abstract |
This study analyzes the development and deployment status of construction robots related to the mechanical equipment sector, based on a database of publicly reported cases in Korea, and explores work pro- cesses with potential for robot application. The analysis shows that 46.8% (29 cases) of all construction robots are directly related to the mechanical equipment and gas sector, with piping and gas works (11 cases) as the largest work category. In terms of element technologies, the mechanical equipment sector exhibits a demand profile distinct from the overall market centered on autonomous mobile robots (AMR) and remote control: drilling and anchoring manipulation, in-pipe crawlers and pigging, and inspection and sensing (NDT) stand side by side with nine cases each. The maturity analysis reveals that the commercialization rate of mechanical equip- ment?related robots (51.7%) far exceeds that of other sectors (15.2%), while a dual supply structure is identified: specialized firms show a commercialization rate of 87.5%, whereas robots developed by major construction companies remain confined to in-house site operation and pilot testing. In addition, supply gaps are found in key processes such as duct installation, insulation work, TAB, and machine room maintenance. Based on these fin- dings, this study presents technology development priorities and policy implications for the mechanical equip- ment sector. |