Swift and precise: New rebar tying robot can make construction jobs easier

A new rebar tying robot developed by researchers at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology can significantly speed up construction work. The robot moves along reinforcement rods, automatically tying them together in just 5 seconds per task - 3-4 times faster than human workers. Set to launch commercially by year-end, the robot aims to boost efficiency and improve worker safety rather than replace jobs. It can operate in manual or automatic modes and has sensors to avoid accidents. The innovation addresses declining numbers of low-skilled construction workers in Hong Kong and globally.