Unified framework for mixed-reality assisted situational adaptive robotic path planning enabled by 5G networks for deconstruction tasks

The development of 5G networks is expected to accelerate the realization of Industry 4.0 with its extended capabilities such as network slicing, reduced latency, increased bandwidth and much more. Leveraging these improved network performances, real time machine to machine communication could be realized. Moreover, in situations where human-machine interactions take place, safety protocols and systems can also be revisited and enhanced. In this paper, a unified framework between ROS, a widely adopted robotic middleware, and Unity, a versatile game development engine is developed. The system utilizes ROS’ adaptability to operate robots, while Unity offers a visually engaging user interface. Through this unified approach, industrial mobile communication between machines and human operators is elevated, allowing for efficient coordination and synchronization of robotic tasks during complex deconstruction processes. Thus, increasing safety on construction sites on the one hand and improving general working conditions on the other. © 2024 ISARC. All Rights Reserved.