FORCE: A Conceptual Multi-Function Robotic Platform for Construction Site Safety and Operations

Advita Goyal (1), Zixuan Ye (2),  Eishita Singh (3), Satvik Sharma (4), Neal Mann (5), Siddharth Kumar (6), Joshua Amaladass (7), Alex Colin (7)

(1) Dougherty Valley High School, (2) Henry M Gunn High School, (3) Foothill High School, (4) American High School, (5) Dublin High School, (6) Basis Independent, (7) Robolabs

Abstract - Construction sites are among the most hazardous and operationally complex work environments in the modern economy, presenting persistent challenges across worker safety, site organization, environmental management, and security. Injury and illness rates in the construction sector consistently rank among the highest of any industry, with workers facing chronic illness, fatigue, elevated rates of anxiety, and burnout that collectively drive absenteeism, labor shortages, and project delays. Skilled workers are routinely diverted to repetitive tasks such as cleaning, debris removal, and material transport, reducing productivity and increasing costs. During off-hours, sites remain vulnerable to theft and vandalism due to inconsistent security coverage, while the absence of real-time spatial intelligence leaves project managers unable to identify hazards early or make proactive decisions.

Full Article: Goyal, A., et al.