I&T Wish - Robotic Machine for Sand Replacement Test 2020-04-6
Robotic Machine for Sand Replacement Test
I&T Wish
Robotic Machine for Sand Replacement Test (REF: W-0262)
Matched I&T Solution
Trial Project
Summary and Challenges
This project aims to develop a robotic machine for determination of in-situ bulk density of fine to coarse grained soils, known as sand replacement test, to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness and integrity of the tests for fill compaction control in public works projects. The robotic machine shall:
shorten the test duration (currently, it takes about 20 minutes to complete a sand replacement test);
be able to work in construction sites with uneven ground;
excavate round hole in fill in construction sites. Approximate sizes of holes include 100 mm in diameter with150 mm in depth, and 200 mm in diameter with 250mm in depth;
collect excavated fill into a sealed container with unique codes currently used in the laboratory;
measure volume of the hole, e.g. using high resolution 3D imaging technologies, and with the measurement meeting accuracy level of the test;
position the holes; and
transfer testing data to the existing laboratory information system.
Expected Outcome
Solution provider shall be responsible for designing, developing and constructing the robotic machine for sand replacement test and associated software.
Expected Trial Duration
Project duration is expected to be 30 months.
Contact Information
I&T Wish Proposer
:
Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD)
