Robots present an innovative solution to the construction industry’s challenges,including safety concerns,skilled worker shortages,and productivity issues.Successfully collaborating with robots requires new competenc...Robots present an innovative solution to the construction industry’s challenges,including safety concerns,skilled worker shortages,and productivity issues.Successfully collaborating with robots requires new competencies to ensure safety,smooth interaction,and accelerated adoption of robotic technologies.However,limited research exists on the specific competencies needed for human–robot collaboration in construction.Moreover,the perspectives of construction industry professionals on these competencies remain underexplored.This study examines the perceptions of construction industry professionals regarding the knowledge,skills,and abilities necessary for the effective implementation of human–robot collaboration in construction.A two-round Delphi survey was conducted with expert panel members from the construction industry to assess their views on the competencies for human–robot collaboration.The results reveal that the most critical competencies include knowledge areas such as human–robot interface,construction robot applications,human–robot collaboration safety and standards,task planning and robot control system;skills such as task planning,safety management,technical expertise,human–robot interface,and communication;and abilities such as safety awareness,continuous learning,problem-solving,critical thinking,and spatial awareness.This study contributes to knowledge by identifying the most significant competencies for human–robot collaboration in construction and highlighting their relative importance.These competencies could inform the design of educational and training programs and facilitate the integration of robotic technologies in construction.The findings also provide a foundation for future research to further explore and enhance these competencies,ultimately supporting safer,more efficient,and more productive construction practices.展开更多
The construction of advanced laboratories for precision instruments, such as electron microscopes, involves unique challenges that are influenced by the specific environmental conditions required for optimal functiona...The construction of advanced laboratories for precision instruments, such as electron microscopes, involves unique challenges that are influenced by the specific environmental conditions required for optimal functionality. These include mitigating interference from magnetic fields and vibrations, which are critical for maintaining the precision and accuracy of the instruments used. This study aims to offer enhanced project management strategies and detailed construction solutions that address the environmental and technical needs specific to electron microscopy labs, thereby facilitating effective lab operations and extending the lifecycle of high-end precision instruments. Case studies of existing laboratory constructions, onsite investigations, and comprehensive reviews of the technical and environmental requirements provide the basis for a best practice for constructing sophisticated electron microscopy labs. The approach integrates both pre-construction planning and post-construction adjustments to create optimal operational environments. The findings suggest that successful lab constructions are those that incorporate thorough onsite assessments, strategic location choices, and the use of advanced construction materials and techniques specifically designed to counteract environmental challenges like magnetic and vibration interferences. Actionable guidelines for both planning and executing the construction of electron microscope labs highlighted in this tutorial are intended as an important resource to troubleshoot or upgrade existing lab facilities and to consult in preparation of future lab construction projects.展开更多
基金supported by the National Science Foundation(Grant Nos.2235375 and 2402008)。
文摘Robots present an innovative solution to the construction industry’s challenges,including safety concerns,skilled worker shortages,and productivity issues.Successfully collaborating with robots requires new competencies to ensure safety,smooth interaction,and accelerated adoption of robotic technologies.However,limited research exists on the specific competencies needed for human–robot collaboration in construction.Moreover,the perspectives of construction industry professionals on these competencies remain underexplored.This study examines the perceptions of construction industry professionals regarding the knowledge,skills,and abilities necessary for the effective implementation of human–robot collaboration in construction.A two-round Delphi survey was conducted with expert panel members from the construction industry to assess their views on the competencies for human–robot collaboration.The results reveal that the most critical competencies include knowledge areas such as human–robot interface,construction robot applications,human–robot collaboration safety and standards,task planning and robot control system;skills such as task planning,safety management,technical expertise,human–robot interface,and communication;and abilities such as safety awareness,continuous learning,problem-solving,critical thinking,and spatial awareness.This study contributes to knowledge by identifying the most significant competencies for human–robot collaboration in construction and highlighting their relative importance.These competencies could inform the design of educational and training programs and facilitate the integration of robotic technologies in construction.The findings also provide a foundation for future research to further explore and enhance these competencies,ultimately supporting safer,more efficient,and more productive construction practices.
文摘The construction of advanced laboratories for precision instruments, such as electron microscopes, involves unique challenges that are influenced by the specific environmental conditions required for optimal functionality. These include mitigating interference from magnetic fields and vibrations, which are critical for maintaining the precision and accuracy of the instruments used. This study aims to offer enhanced project management strategies and detailed construction solutions that address the environmental and technical needs specific to electron microscopy labs, thereby facilitating effective lab operations and extending the lifecycle of high-end precision instruments. Case studies of existing laboratory constructions, onsite investigations, and comprehensive reviews of the technical and environmental requirements provide the basis for a best practice for constructing sophisticated electron microscopy labs. The approach integrates both pre-construction planning and post-construction adjustments to create optimal operational environments. The findings suggest that successful lab constructions are those that incorporate thorough onsite assessments, strategic location choices, and the use of advanced construction materials and techniques specifically designed to counteract environmental challenges like magnetic and vibration interferences. Actionable guidelines for both planning and executing the construction of electron microscope labs highlighted in this tutorial are intended as an important resource to troubleshoot or upgrade existing lab facilities and to consult in preparation of future lab construction projects.
