Autonomous Construction for Critical Infrastructure: From Naruse Dam to Your Project
Production-scale autonomous excavation on Japan's most demanding infrastructure projects. 400+ projects delivered. This is not a pilot — it's proven technology at work.
Production-Scale Autonomy
Not a Demo. Production Infrastructure.
CHINOU has deployed autonomous excavators on 400+ projects, including Japan's largest dam construction. This is technology that has been proven on live infrastructure — not demonstration sites or controlled environments.
Projects Delivered
Machines Retrofitted
Years Experience
Operation Capability
Flagship Project
Naruse Dam: The Proof Point
Japan's largest national dam construction project. CHINOU autonomous excavators delivered production-grade unmanned operation on live infrastructure.
National Dam Project
Autonomous Operation
Excavators Deployed
Scale Delivery
Project Highlights
Scale & Scope
- Multiple autonomous excavators deployed
- Full-scale dam foundation excavation
- Production environment, not pilot
- Integration with site management
Results Achieved
- 24/7 autonomous operation
- Reduced operator exposure to hazards
- Consistent excavation quality
- Accelerated project timeline
24/7 Unmanned Operation
Autonomous machines don't need breaks, shift changes, or sleep. Night operation is identical to day operation — and that changes project economics.
AI Vision + LiDAR
Autonomous operation doesn't depend on daylight. LiDAR mapping and AI vision work identically in complete darkness.
No Fatigue
Human operators lose effectiveness after 8-10 hours. Autonomous machines maintain consistent performance around the clock.
Reduced Night Crew
1 operator can supervise 3-4 machines at night, dramatically reducing the cost and complexity of night shifts.
Compressed Timelines
24/7 operation can reduce project timelines by 40-60%, accelerating infrastructure delivery.
Fleet Coordination
Multi-Machine Fleet Coordination
Large infrastructure projects require multiple machines working in coordination. CHINOU's fleet control system enables 1 operator to supervise 3-4 autonomous excavators simultaneously, with AI handling path planning and collision avoidance.
Infrastructure Applications
CHINOU autonomous excavators are deployed across a range of critical infrastructure projects.
Dam Construction
Large-scale earthmoving for dam foundations, abutments, and spillways. 24/7 autonomous operation accelerates critical path activities.
Highway Earthmoving
Bulk excavation, grading, and embankment construction for highway projects. Multi-machine coordination at scale.
Bridge Foundations
Precise excavation for bridge foundations, abutments, and approach work. AI-guided accuracy for critical structures.
Tunnel Approach
Excavation and stabilization for tunnel portals and approach cuts. Operation in challenging terrain.
Large-Scale Grading
Mass grading for industrial sites, airports, and large developments. Consistent quality across extended areas.
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