| Title |
A Development of the Automated Vertical Controllable Device for Improving Construction Performance of Pile Driver |
| Authors |
Cho, Chang-Yeon ; Lee, Jun-bok ; Son, Jae-ho ; Kim, Han-soo ; Cho, Moon-Young |
| Keywords |
PHC pile ; vertical control ; pile driver ; automated equipment ; servo system ; prototype |
| Abstract |
There is no specific code and/or standard described in the specifications to check verticality for Pre-tensioned Spun High Strength Concrete pile installation process. The most commonly used method for the vertical PHC pile installation is a naked-eye measurement or water level measurement conducted by assistant crew in the construction sites. The main objective of the research is to develop the automated vertical controllable prototype equipment for PHC piles in order to achieve uniform construction quality as well as improving safety and productivity. The paper explains the literature review on PHC pile and pile installation process, development of prototype, field test of the prototype and its performance evaluation in terms of quality and safety as well as productivity. The results of the research will lead the further researches on the automated pile installation system. |