The adoption of robotic fabrication and automation in timber construction offers significant potential for improving efficiency, precision, and sustainability in the construction industry. This thesis investigates the role of simulation in advancing automated construction workflows, utilizing COMPAS FAB as a computational tool for parametric design and robotic path planning. The study examines key challenges in automation, such as labor shortages, safety concerns, and material waste, and explores how robotic processes can address these issues through enhanced precision and adaptability. Through computational modeling and robotic simulations, this research evaluates the feasibility of automated timber assembly. The findings highlight the benefits of robotic fabrication in optimizing material use, improving accuracy, and increasing scalability within timber construction. This work contributes to the ongoing development of digital fabrication techniques and reinforces the importance of simulation in advancing automation in architecture and manufacturing.     «

The adoption of robotic fabrication and automation in timber construction offers significant potential for improving efficiency, precision, and sustainability in the construction industry. This thesis investigates the role of simulation in advancing automated construction workflows, utilizing COMPAS FAB as a computational tool for parametric design and robotic path planning. The study examines key challenges in automation, such as labor shortages, safety concerns, and material waste, and explore...     »