Bots2ReC: introducing mobile robotic units on construction sites for asbestos rehabilitation

Abstract

The “Robots to Re-Construction” Bots2ReC project was launched in 02/2016 to introduce mobile robotic units on construction sites for the automated removal of asbestos contamination. The novel use case of asbestos removal and the dedicated robotic system are introduced. After giving the motivation for the use case, a brief overview of recent approaches to mobile robotic systems on construction sites is given. Analysis of the use case and the situation of asbestos contamination in Europe follow. The project approach is shown, and specific challenges regarding mobility, perception, and collaboration are analyzed. The publication concludes with a brief description of the current prototype and an introduction of the project consortium. As we are addressing the first special edition of this journal, our focus is on the introduction of the use case, challenges, and approach rather than on specific scientific or technological solutions, that will follow during the course of the project. http://www.bots2rec.eu .