Have you ever thought about how much effort it takes to build a wall, especially one using rocks? Building walls using rocks is no joke. Therefore, the robot “HEAP” was designed to reduce the load.
HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
Introducing the robot HEAP
HEAP stands for Hydraulic Excavator for an Autonomous Purpose and is a 12-ton Menzi Muck M545 walking excavator modified by a team at the ETH Zurich Institute.
Modifications include the GNSS global positioning system, chassis-mounted inertial measurement unit, control module, LiDAR sensor, and its drilling arm.
HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
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How HEAP uses sensors and algorithms to build walls
In its latest project, HEAP scanned a construction site, created a 3D map of it, and recorded the location of a multi-ton boulder.
HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
From there, the robot lifted each rock off the ground and used machine vision technology to estimate its weight and center of gravity, and record its three-dimensional shape.
HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
Algorithms running on HEAP’s control module determined the optimal location for each rock to build a stable dry stone wall 20 feet high and 213 feet long. “Dry stone” refers to a wall made of only stones piled up without mortar between the stones.
HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
HEAP proceeded to build such a wall, placing approximately 20 to 30 rocks per construction session. Researchers say this is about the same number that would be delivered in a single load if outdoor rocks were used.
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HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
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In fact, one of the main features of this experimental system is the fact that it can use locally sourced rocks and other building materials, so there is no need to waste energy bringing them in from elsewhere.
paper about study was recently published in Science Robotics magazine.
HEAP robot behavior (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
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Why is this project important?
The researchers say their project could allow autonomous robots to perform complex tasks in difficult environments such as construction sites, where human workers may face safety risks and inefficiencies. It is said that it proves gender.
HEAP robot (ETH Zurich) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
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They also claim that the system can also be applied to other types of materials such as bricks, concrete blocks, and wood, and can be used for various purposes such as building shelters, retaining walls, and artistic sculptures. .
The researchers also hope their project will foster further collaboration between robotics and architecture, opening new possibilities for creative design and engineering.
This wall and autonomously modeled landscape is part of a park in Obergratt, Switzerland, on the premises of the Eberhard construction company. The company uses Parks and his ETH technology to demonstrate the idea of designing, constructing, and using structures in ways that minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.
Cart important points
HEAP is an impressive example of how robots can use sensors, intelligence, and skills to perform tasks that are difficult or impossible for humans. By building walls from rock, HEAP showed that robots can work with standardized materials as well as natural and irregular materials, creating functional and aesthetic structures.
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