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arXiv AI By Yifei Xiao, Huasheng Lin, T. Y. Yang

Large language model and reinforcement learning based autonomous construction and progress updates

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The paper proposes an autonomous construction system that combines a large language model (ChatGPT‑5) with a reinforcement learning algorithm to control a mobile crane during retaining wall construction. An enhanced soft actor‑critic model plans crane actions, while robot kinematics ensure these actions are executable. The system also uses a custom embedding model to extract relevant construction data and generates progress updates, safety information, and reports.

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