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Published August 26, 2023 | Version v1
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AI-Based Robotic 3D-Printers for Bridge Construction in Rural and Forest Areas: A Review

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  • 1. Department of Mechanical Engineering Cambridge Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Constructing bridges in rural and forested regions presents considerable obstacles owing to restricted resource availability, challenging topography, and the need for environmentally sustainable approaches. In order to tackle these issues, this study examines the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robotic 3D-printers for the purpose of constructing bridges in these particular areas. By harnessing the capabilities of artificial intelligence and additive manufacturing, this methodology has the potential to transform the field of bridge building via the facilitation of expedited processes, cost-efficiency, and the promotion of ecologically friendly practises. This study provides an analysis of the fundamental technologies used, advantages, obstacles, and prospective advancements in the domain of artificial intelligence-driven robotic 3D-printers employed in the building of bridges.

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