Version 1
: Received: 4 July 2023 / Approved: 4 July 2023 / Online: 6 July 2023 (07:30:06 CEST)
Version 2
: Received: 11 July 2023 / Approved: 12 July 2023 / Online: 12 July 2023 (04:35:37 CEST)
How to cite:
Lee, J.; Park, S.H.; Chung, Y.; Byon, C. A Study on the Application of Smart Construction Safety Management System to Tunnel Construction Based on Worker Location Monitoring Technology. Preprints2023, 2023070378. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.0378.v2
Lee, J.; Park, S.H.; Chung, Y.; Byon, C. A Study on the Application of Smart Construction Safety Management System to Tunnel Construction Based on Worker Location Monitoring Technology. Preprints 2023, 2023070378. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.0378.v2
Lee, J.; Park, S.H.; Chung, Y.; Byon, C. A Study on the Application of Smart Construction Safety Management System to Tunnel Construction Based on Worker Location Monitoring Technology. Preprints2023, 2023070378. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.0378.v2
APA Style
Lee, J., Park, S.H., Chung, Y., & Byon, C. (2023). A Study on the Application of Smart Construction Safety Management System to Tunnel Construction Based on Worker Location Monitoring Technology. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.0378.v2
Chicago/Turabian Style
Lee, J., YoJin Chung and Chan Byon. 2023 "A Study on the Application of Smart Construction Safety Management System to Tunnel Construction Based on Worker Location Monitoring Technology" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.0378.v2
Abstract
Due to the inherent risks associated with tunnel construction, including potential collapse, various types of work activities, and challenging visibility and communication conditions, safety management in tunnel projects requires significant investment in terms of cost and time. In this research, we propose and demonstrate a novel smart construction system that utilizes worker location monitoring technology to enhance safety in tunnel construction. The system comprises a wearable beacon integrated into safety helmets, scanners strategically placed at regular intervals inside the tunnel, environmental sensors for monitoring temperature, pressure, and air quality, and mobile devices for collecting and analyzing data on workers and the environment. Through a field demonstration conducted in a Korean tunnel construction site, we validated the effectiveness of the proposed system, which demonstrated real-time monitoring of workers and reliable communication capabilities, leading to improved safety and cost-efficiency in tunnel construction. By implementing the proposed system, we achieved a significant reduction of 37% in monthly construction costs and 77% in annual construction costs compared to conventional methods.
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Commenter: Chan Byon
Commenter's Conflict of Interests: Author