Sensor-Based Worksite Validation for Autonomous Machine Readiness
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for controlling machines at worksites, such as construction or mining sites, lack the ability to validate whether a site is suitable for autonomous or remote operations, leading to potential equipment damage and inefficiencies due to unseen obstructions or unsuitable conditions.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method and system that uses sensors and a computing device to validate a worksite by receiving a worksite plan, generating a validation signal based on sensor data, and transmitting it to ensure the site is ready for machine tasks, incorporating a graphical user interface for visual inspection and condition parameter confirmation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If worksite validation is not performed, then the system complexity is reduced by eliminating validation steps, but equipment wear and damage increase due to operation on unsuitable worksites
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates a digital representation or copy of the worksite by capturing images with sensors and processing them to generate a validated worksite model. This digital copy allows remote analysis of worksite conditions without requiring physical inspection, reducing system complexity while protecting equipment by identifying hazards before operation begins.
2Strength
If comprehensive worksite validation is implemented, then equipment damage is reduced by identifying unsuitable conditions, but the time required before task execution increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system replaces manual physical inspection of the worksite with automated sensor-based image capture and processing. This substitution eliminates the need for personnel to physically traverse and assess the worksite, providing comprehensive validation quickly and automatically, thus protecting equipment while minimizing time loss.
3Measurement precision
If manual inspection of worksite conditions is required, then measurement precision of worksite suitability is improved, but the ease of operation decreases due to additional manual steps
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically capturing images of the worksite, processing the images through algorithms, and generating a validation result without requiring manual inspection. The machine or remote system independently assesses worksite suitability, maintaining high measurement precision while significantly improving ease of operation by eliminating manual steps.
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AI summary
A system for validating a worksite includes determining extents of a worksite at which a job is to be performed. A graphical representation of the worksite may be presented to a user via a graphical user interface on a user device. The graphical user interface may also include an indication of a current location of the user or the user device. Sensor data, including data indicating a position of the user or the user device, can be used to determine whether the worksite is valid. The worksite plan may include information about additional conditions for validating the worksite and additional sensor data can be used to further validate the worksite. Further aspects may include controlling machines at the worksite when the worksite is validated.