This paper discusses the results of a survey regarding state of the art and possible future
opportunities for the application of robotic technologies in the construction industry. The …

This paper presents the recent advancements in the control of multiple-degree-of-freedom
hydraulic robotic manipulators. A literature review is performed on their control, covering …

Controlling robots in contact with the environment is an important problem in industry
applications. Generally, a force sensor is used for sensing the external force. It is well known …

The demand and the potential for automation in the construction sector is unmatched,
particularly for increasing environmental sustainability, improving worker safety and …

Earth-moving machines are heavy-duty vehicles designed for construction operations
involving earthworks. The tasks performed by such machines typically involve navigation …

Robotic and mechatronic systems, autonomous vehicles, electric power systems and smart
grids, as well as manufacturing and industrial production systems can exhibit complex …

In this paper, a force-sensorless high-performance contact force/motion control approach is
proposed for multiple-degree-of-freedom hydraulic manipulators. A rigorous stability proof …

In challenging robotic tasks, high-bandwidth closed-loop control performance of the system
is required for successful task completion. One of the most critical factors inhibiting the wide …

This letter presents a novel planning and control approach for autonomous excavation that
is independent of the soil composition and goes beyond a single dig. In contrast to the …

In recent years, great development in sensor technologies have resulted in substantial
progress in the construction efficiency and the degree of automation of construction …