Enhancing Human-Robot Collaboration in Construction Through Immersive and Intelligent User Interfaces
Speakers: Shayan Shayesteh
Refreshments provided.
Zoom: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/84618547089?pwd=jdSVMexpdAnoIQv0bSYMnoasLbMViI.1
Abstract:
The construction industry is experiencing a transformative shift with the adoption of advanced technologies to address its long-standing challenges, such as safety risks, stagnant productivity, and labor shortages. Among these advancements, robotic systems are emerging as valuable tools to assist human workers in demanding construction tasks. However, the dynamic and unpredictable nature of construction sites necessitates seamless human-robot collaboration to ensure both safety and operational efficiency.
This seminar explores how emerging technologies, including immersive environments, artificial intelligence (AI), and wearable sensing, can bridge the gap between humans and robots on construction sites. These technologies can provide a safe and controlled setting to simulate real-world scenarios, enabling workers to test and refine collaborative workflows, build confidence, and optimize performance before working in complex, real-life environments. A key focus of the presented research is the introduction of an adaptive immersive interface that tailors to the unique needs of each user. As such, the seminar highlights the potential of these next-generation tools to improve communication, enhance safety, and foster trust in human-robot collaboration in construction.