Abstract: We present a composite forward model of the mechanics of an excavator backhoe digging in soil. This model is used to predict the trajectories developed by a closed-loop f...
This paper presents an automated system for optimizing earthmoving operations. The proposed system can assist earthmoving contractors, during bid preparation stage, in estimating ...
This paper presents a methodology that integrates fuzzy clustering and computer simulation and demonstrates its use in modeling earthmoving operations. A simulation system (SimEar...
We suggest that planning for automated earthmoving operations such as digging a foundation or leveling a mound of soil, be treated at multiple levels. In a system that we have dev...
This paper presents EarthMover, a discrete-event special-purpose simulation modeling tool for earthwork planning geared towards practitioners. The paper explores the capabilities ...