Have you ever been cruising down the road enjoying a smooth ride when you suddenly end up in a puddle?
It shakes your car and reminds you of the never-ending battle against these road menaces.
Well, that scenario may be coming to an end soon.
Technology company Robotiz3d is developing three technologies as part of its Autonomous Road Repair System (ARRES).
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Pothole prevention robot (Hertfordshire)
ARRES Eye: Detect surface problems
ARRES Eye technology, a pivotal component of the system, is strategically installed in a variety of vehicles, including buses, trucks and maintenance vehicles. As these vehicles travel through city streets and urban environments, they meticulously scan the road surface for signs of distress.
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ARRES Eye utilizes advanced imaging technology to identify surface problems such as cracks, dents, and other damage. Identify exact location, assess severity, and prioritize repair work. Collected data is recorded and managed in a central database.
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Pothole Prevention Data (Hertfordshire)
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ARRES Prevent: Pothole-prevention robot
ARRES Prevent combines artificial intelligence (AI) and driverless robotic vehicles to tackle potholes head-on. Small electric robot vehicles the size of small vans patrol the roads day and night. Equipped with autonomous driving capabilities, it covers the distance independently or with remote human guidance.
Waypoint navigation systems guide the vehicle from one point to another. Added safety features allow for remote control, monitoring or stopping.
When ARRES Prevent detects small cracks in the road surface, it immediately seals them using innovative materials. Prevents water infiltration and prevents potholes from occurring due to rain or frost. Real-time repair data is recorded for quality control, enabling effective maintenance. Notably, the prototype of this system has successfully completed its first live trials in the UK.
Robotiz3d developed this autonomous robot. The University of Liverpool and Hertfordshire County Council highways engineers also collaborated.
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Pothole prevention robot (Hertfordshire)
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ARRES Ultra: Taking road repairs to the next level
Continuing its mission, Robotiz3d is developing the ARRES Ultra, a rugged machine designed for a wider range of repairs. ARRES Ultra treats larger surface cracks and fully grown potholes. Its functions include site preparation, precise filling of problem areas, and compaction of the repaired surface for a smooth finish. It promises to revolutionize the field of road maintenance, paving the way for full-scale production through rigorous testing and refinement.
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How robots save time and money
Potholes affect everyone, whether you're a cyclist or a car driver. Traditional maintenance methods are expensive, labor-intensive and downright dangerous to road workers. ARRES promises efficiency and cost savings. Nipping potholes in the bud could change road maintenance across the UK and beyond.
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How pit robots went from research to reality
The University of Liverpool's School of Engineering laid the foundations for ARRES. After four years of dedicated research, a spin-off company, Robotiz3d, emerged in 2020 with the vision of AI-based robot maintenance. Innovate UK recognizes its potential and will provide funding in 2021 to advance ARRES from theory to practical application. Since then, other organizations have provided funding, including Horizon Europe, CERN, the UK Department for Transport (DFT) and the CAM UK programme.
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Robot that prevents potholes (Hertfordshire)
Kurt’s Key Takeaways
As ARRES takes its first steps on the road, we are witnessing a leap forward in infrastructure management. Potholes could soon be a thing of the past with this AI-powered robot. Robotiz3d says this is a local innovation with global potential. So next time you're driving or biking, remember that ARRES may soon be quietly working to keep your roads smooth and safe.
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