Arch_Manu Talk Series 37_ Gili Ron

Join us for Arch_Manu Talk Series 37 [Construction Futures Theme] with Gili Ron, Research Associate at the Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD), Stuttgart University.

Talk title: Adaptive Human-Robot Collaboration: AI, Sensors, and Feminist Technoscience in HRC Timber Assembly

Abstract: This talk introduces current research on human–robot collaboration in prefabrication and construction through a feminist technoscience lens. Drawing on concepts of bias, situated knowledge, embodiment, and participation, we examine how FTS critiques existing HRC approaches and supports designing interfaces that respond to uncertainty, dynamic site conditions, and diverse user needs. Together, we will review projects live to surface issues of task relevance, safety, and trust—highlighting how users’ lived expertise shapes collaboration. I will then show how these insights informed my own research using sensors and AI in HRC interfaces, and outline how participants can apply FTS-informed strategies to design more inclusive, context-aware tools.

Speaker bio: Gili Ron is a research associate at the Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD), Department for Computing in Architecture (CA), Stuttgart University. Her work focuses on AI-supported human-robot collaboration and its review from feminist perspectives. She holds degrees from Tel-Aviv University, IL (B.Arch) and the Architectural Association (AA), UK (M.Arch) and previously worked at HENN (DE), Burckhardt+Partner (CH), and Mayslits Kassif (IL).

Formal CPD offering: This talk is offered as a formal CPD course for architects, mapped to the performance criteria of PC18 and PC28 in the Australian 2021 National Standard of Competencies for Architects. You will earn 1 formal point upon completing the CPD questions. If you would like to receive a certificate, please select the Formal CPD Add-On when ordering your ticket. The questionnaire will be sent to you on the morning of the course. A certificate will be issued once your attendance for the full lecture hour is confirmed. Please note that late arrivals and early departures will result in the loss of the Formal CPD certificate.

Learning Outcomes: Through case studies and live analyses of AI- and sensor-supported HRC interfaces, participants will learn how feminist technoscience, user-centred methods, and interdisciplinary collaboration can inform the development and iterative evaluation of spatial and fabrication strategies that respond to uncertainty, site conditions, and diverse user needs. Grounded in feminist technoscience, the session will sensitise architects to issues of bias, situated knowledge, and user diversity in HRC. Through examples of AI- and sensor-supported interfaces responding to uncertainty and dynamic site conditions, participants gain practical insights into how technological, environmental, and social parameters can inform preliminary design research and support more inclusive, context-aware, and resilient collaboration strategies in prefabrication and construction.

SDG Goals: This presentation addresses the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 8, 9, 12.

Date: Tuesday 02 December 2025, 1:00-2:30PM AEDT

In-person: UNSW Design Futures Lab. Squarehouse, UNSW Sydney, E4 First Ave W, Kensington NSW 2033, Australia

Online: The MS Teams meeting link will be emailed with your registration confirmation.

This event is organised by the ARC Centre for Next-Gen Architectural Manufacturing (Arch_Manu). For further information please visit: www.archmanu.com

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