@incollection{KuhnFranziusMoelleretal., author = {Kuhn, Alexander and Franzius, Jan Niklas and M{\"o}ller, Dennis and Pralle, Norbert and Reich, Franziska and Hellmuth, Ren{\´e} and Tombeil, Anne-Sophie and Wenzel, G{\"u}nter and Linner, Thomas and Schmailzl, Marc and Hu, Rongbo and Bock, Thomas and Maufroy, Christophe and Kopp, Verena and B{\"o}lke, Nico and Daub, Urban}, title = {Kompetenzzentrum f{\"u}r Baurobotik im Hochbau (CONSAS) - F{\"o}rderkennzeichen 16SV8637}, series = {Roboter f{\"u}r Assistenzfunktionen: Konzeptstudien f{\"u}r die Interaktion in der Praxis}, booktitle = {Roboter f{\"u}r Assistenzfunktionen: Konzeptstudien f{\"u}r die Interaktion in der Praxis}, isbn = {9783731512448}, pages = {169 -- 207}, language = {de} } @incollection{HuIturraldePanetal., author = {Hu, Rongbo and Iturralde, Kepa and Pan, Wen and Linner, Thomas and Bock, Thomas}, title = {Bauautomatisierung und Robotik im Betonbau: Fallstudien zu Forschung, Entwicklung und Innovation}, series = {Beton-Kalender 2024}, booktitle = {Beton-Kalender 2024}, editor = {Bergmeister, Konrad and Fingerloos, Frank and W{\"o}rner, Johann-Dietrich}, publisher = {Ernst \& Sohn}, address = {Berlin}, isbn = {978-3-433-03407-1}, pages = {563 -- 573}, language = {de} } @article{MarzaniTondelliKumaetal., author = {Marzani, Giulia and Tondelli, Simona and Kuma, Yuko and Cruz Rios, Fernanda and Hu, Rongbo and Bock, Thomas and Linner, Thomas}, title = {Embedding Circular Economy in the Construction Sector Policy Framework: Experiences from EU, U.S., and Japan for Better Future Cities}, series = {Smart Cities}, volume = {8}, journal = {Smart Cities}, number = {2}, publisher = {MDPI}, doi = {10.3390/smartcities8020048}, pages = {48}, abstract = {The transition towards a Circular Economy (CE) in the construction sector is essential to achieving sustainable, inclusive smart cities. This study examines the integration of CE principles into construction policies across four key global contexts: the European Union (focusing on Italy and Germany), the United States, and Japan. Through a comparative policy analysis, the research identifies best practices, implementation barriers, and the role of digitalization in advancing CE strategies. In Europe, CE is embedded in policy frameworks such as the Green Deal and the New Circular Economy Action Plan, driving the shift toward sustainable urban development. The United States, while in the early stages of CE adoption, is fostering circular initiatives at local levels, particularly in waste management and building deconstruction. Japan's policy landscape integrates CE within a broader strategy for resource efficiency, emphasizing technological innovation. The findings highlight the necessity of a research-driven approach to inform policies that leverage digital tools, such as Building Information Modeling and Digital Product Passports, to enhance material traceability and urban circularity. This study contributes to the global effort of designing smart cities that are not only technologically advanced but also environmentally and socially sustainable through the adoption of CE principles in the built environment.}, language = {en} } @incollection{LinnerSchmailzlBocketal., author = {Linner, Thomas and Schmailzl, Marc and Bock, Thomas and Hu, Rongbo and G{\"u}ttler, J{\"o}rg}, title = {Active Assisted Living Technology in the Context of the Built Environment}, series = {The Routledge Companion to Ecological Design Thinking: Healthful Ecotopian Visions for Architecture and Urbanism}, booktitle = {The Routledge Companion to Ecological Design Thinking: Healthful Ecotopian Visions for Architecture and Urbanism}, publisher = {Routledge}, address = {New York}, doi = {10.4324/9781003183181-50}, pages = {10}, language = {en} } @incollection{HuBockLuetal., author = {Hu, Rongbo and Bock, Thomas and Lu, Yuan and Linner, Thomas}, title = {A Procedure Model for Developing Gerontechnological Solutions to Achieve Demographic Sustainability in Aging Society}, series = {Sustainable Engeneering}, booktitle = {Sustainable Engeneering}, editor = {Dunmade, Israel Sunday and Daramola, Michael Olawale and Green Energy and Technology,}, publisher = {Springer}, isbn = {978-3-031-47214-5}, doi = {10.1007/978-3-031-47215-2_26}, pages = {449 -- 475}, abstract = {Population aging is arguably one of the most serious challenges facing human society. It is not only a severe crisis in the developed world but also a rigorous threat to emerging economies. Therefore, vigorous measures need to be taken to mitigate the impact of aging society. This chapter proposes a procedure model as the foundation to systematically develop gerontechnological solutions. Based on the analysis of the state-of-the-art assistive smart furniture and smart home solutions and the requirements of older adults, a service system called Ambient Rehabilitation Kit that transforms clinical and care environments into personalized modular sensing, prevention, and intervention systems was proposed, encouraging older adults to become healthier through various activities. To achieve that goal, several modular smart interior devices integrating advanced sensing and assistive technologies were developed which seamlessly materialize the care concepts and functionality. Meanwhile, a strategy for testing and exhibiting the system was proposed. Furthermore, this chapter also introduces a framework for the cost-benefit analysis of the gerontechnological solutions compared to traditional care methods. Finally, in order to mitigate the severe threat imposed by rapid population aging to the social sustainability of emerging economies, the prospects for implementing the Ambient Rehabilitation Kit in China's market are discussed, and a research and development action plan is proposed based on the results of a nationwide opinion survey.}, language = {en} } @techreport{HuKaboutehSchlandtetal., author = {Hu, Rongbo and Kabouteh, Amir and Schlandt, Marcel and G{\"u}ttler, J{\"o}rg and Linner, Thomas and Kozak, Dominika and Walter, B. and Sch{\"a}pers, Barbara and Randriambelonoro, Mirana E.}, title = {Partly functional / functional mock-ups and prototypes of Personalised Intelligent Interior Units (PI²Us)}, abstract = {This deliverable report examines the outcome of the construction of functional or partly functional prototypes or mock-ups of Personalized Interior Intelligent Environment Units (PI²Us) for demonstration and testing purposes, associated with Task T5.4. The first part of this document will give an overview of the relation of this task to other tasks of WP5, other work packages, and the larger framework of the REACH project. The second part sets out the details of the progressive development from early concepts to the current prototyping stage. Moreover, the subsequent lab-based testing is described in the third part of the report. This includes both already carried out and planned testing activities for either early stage validation or final demonstration in a naturalistic test environment. Finally, part four summarizes the results and puts the different prototypes in perspective to the respective touchpoints and the overall REACH engine functionality. This project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 690425.}, language = {en} } @techreport{KrewerSchaepersAndersenetal., author = {Krewer, Carmen and Sch{\"a}pers, Barbara and Andersen, Henning Boje and Linner, Thomas and Steinb{\"o}ck, Martina and Hu, Rongbo and Zhao, Charlie and G{\"u}ttler, J{\"o}rg and Schlandt, Marcel and Valk, Carlijn and Lu, Yuan and Kulev, Igor and Salehzadeh Niksirat, Kavous and Larsen, Rasmus Tostrup and Schrader, Lisa and Partyga, P. and Kraul, M. and Kozak, Dominika and Schwarze, A.-K. and Rusu, Alexandru and Murali, S. and Ricon, F. and Lingeg{\aa}rd, H. and v. Zanten, B. and Lovei, Peter and Visser, Thomas and Seelinger, Anja and van den Boom, Camilla and Steenbakkers, J. and Henriksen, L. and Randrinambelonoro, M. and Perrine, C.}, title = {Formalized results of final testing and optimization activities: Summarization of testing and evaluation of final testing of continuously improved system in the form of prototypes in real world environments and presentation of optimization measures.}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-36195}, abstract = {Deliverable D28: Formalized results of final testing and optimization activities: Summarization of testing and evaluation of final testing of continuously improved system in the form of prototypes in real world environments and presentation of optimization measures (associated with tasks T6.5, T6.6, T6.7, T6.8). D28 is an update on D27. Additional associated deliverables are D12, D13, D23, D31, and D44. Abstract: In order to provide a comprehensive summary of all testing activities, the medical core group (DTU, HUG, SK, TUM) created a mini protocol template (which requested the outline of some methodological aspects of each study such as study designs, the recruitment phase, population under investigation, etc.), and ensured that data were submitted and provided by the trial manager to the core group. In this deliverable we present, structure, and interpret the formalized results of the final testing and optimization activities of all testing activities in REACH. The deliverable includes the summarization of testing and evaluation of final testing of a continuously improved system in the form of prototypes in real world environments and the presentation of optimization measures. The deliverable is an update on deliverable D27 and associated with tasks T6.5, T6.6, T6.7, T6.8. In reaction to the reviewers' comments we initiated additional trials focusing on practice cases. Those trials are specifically ladled and included in the updated overview. A review on factors, i.e., falling, frailty, cognitive decline , sarcopenia, social isolation, and malnutrician, was performed to show the most important cofactors. Addressed in this deliverable is also the role of privacy and the hierarchy of needs which are essential components of the acceptance and use of technology .}, language = {en} } @techreport{SeelingerVogtLinneretal., author = {Seelinger, Anja and Vogt, L. and Linner, Thomas and G{\"u}ttler, J{\"o}rg and Hu, Rongbo and Schlandt, Marcel and Zhao, Charlie and Sch{\"a}pers, Barbara and Andersen, Henning Boje and Brombacher, A. and Lu, Yuan}, title = {Standardization activities}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-36227}, abstract = {REACH has the ambition to influence and gain from standardization on national, European, and international level. We aim to create synergies between parallel work on these levels that will finally make a beneficial impact. Systematic parallel and synergeti cwork on these levels allow REACH to create a maximized impact for all involved stakeholders, and in particular, create better health and health care "ecosystems" for potential REACH end users.}, language = {en} }