Hiroichi Inagaki

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Hiroichi Inagaki is a pioneering figure in construction robotics, best known for his foundational work in automated wall surface finishing and painting. His research focuses on developing robotic systems to replace hazardous, labor-intensive manual finishing tasks on construction sites. Inagaki’s major contributions include the design and field application of the FR-1 (Finishing Robot 1), a multifunctional robot capable of moving freely on vertical concrete walls using suction-based carriages. This system integrated painting and finishing tools, enabling labor-saving and improved safety. His most cited works, such as "Painting and Finishing Robot for Wall Surface" (1988) and "Robotized Painting by the Wall Surface-Finish Robot (FR 1)" (1989), each with 4 citations, along with "Improvement of the Painting Robot (FR-1) and its Application to the Site" (1990), document the evolution from prototype to practical deployment. Though citation counts are modest, these papers are seminal in the niche field of construction automation, representing early, real-world demonstrations of mobile painting robots. Inagaki’s work laid crucial groundwork for modern automated construction and finishing technologies, inspiring subsequent innovations in on-site robotics.