Practice Case Study 1: Semi-Autonomous Excavator (Japan) - 25.11.1 | 25. Safety Considerations in Human-Robot Interaction | Robotics and Automation - Vol 2
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25.11.1 - Case Study 1: Semi-Autonomous Excavator (Japan)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a semi-autonomous excavator?

💡 Hint: Think about how some machines operate automatically but still need human input.

Question 2

Easy

What safety technology was used in Japan's excavator case study?

💡 Hint: Consider tools that help robots see around them.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What was the outcome of the semi-autonomous excavator's operation in Japan?

  • Zero incidents
  • Many accidents
  • Some near misses

💡 Hint: Consider what a successful safety record would look like.

Question 2

True or False: The semi-autonomous excavator did not use any safety sensors.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the technologies mentioned in the case study.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a safety protocol for a new excavator that incorporates LIDAR, cameras, and RFID tags. Explain how each component functions to enhance safety.

💡 Hint: Consider how each technology specifically contributes to preventing collisions.

Question 2

Evaluate the potential economic impact of reducing accidents in construction through incorporating innovations like semi-autonomous machinery.

💡 Hint: Think about how financial savings from accidents can affect overall project budgets.

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