Mohammad Reza Kolani

Mohammad Reza Kolani is a Researcher at the Chair of Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Technical University of Munich, specializing in construction robotics and simulation frameworks for automated construction processes.

His research focuses on Construction Robotics, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Robotic Simulation, with emphasis on tower crane automation, robot dog applications for site surveying, and collaborative brick wall assembly. His work bridges digital models and physical construction through advanced simulation-driven task planning.

Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate expertise in BIM-robotics integration, featuring simulation frameworks for multi-robot coordination, autonomous data acquisition, and fabrication planning. Key trends include high-fidelity simulation for real-world construction automation and translating digital models into executable robotic tasks.

Kolani actively supervises Master's theses in robotic construction, including:

• Knauer, A. (2025): Framework for Robotic Fabrication and Automation in Timber Construction using COMPAS FAB
• Fernández, M. (2024): Robotized Construction using Advanced Robotic Simulation: the case of brick assembly
• Karim, T. (2024): Development of Autonomous Robot Grasping and Manipulation Solutions

He contributes to the Construction Robotics Simulation Framework project within TUM's BIM-Lab and Digital Twinning research group, advancing applications in construction site automation and robotic fabrication.