Proposal of an Open Platform for Autonomous Construction Machinery Development

We are currently experiencing a shortage of skilled labor in the construction industry, thus it is imperative to improve productivity at construction sites. One of the most effective ways to address this issue is through the implementation of autonomy.

Machine control systems have been utilized for heavy equipment for over a decade, providing a measure of autonomy through control in 3D environments. However, fully autonomous systems that are able to recognize and navigate their environment, plan their motions, and control their actions, have yet to be developed.

Autonomy in the realm of construction is particularly challenging due to the vast array of construction equipment, different types of construction work, diverse environments, and complex interactions between machines and the earth.

To promote research and development of autonomous construction technology, we have developed an open-source based platform.

This paper presents the open platform for autonomous construction machinery, including its fundamental rules and systems, to accelerate research and development.