T3 — Long-term automationPhase 2 of 13

Foundation Excavation

Foundation

Description

Excavate to bearing depth per structural plans, typically 48 inches below grade in Rhode Island for frost protection. Soil conditions documented and compared to geotechnical report. Over-excavation backfilled with compacted gravel.

Tools (ML1 Confirmed)

excavator
transit level
laser level
compaction tester
hand tools

Atomic Primitives

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2-4

Crew Size

8-16h

Estimated Hours

Phase

Robot Tier

Other Tasks in Phase 2: Foundation

Footing Forms & Pour Foundation Wall Construction Foundation Waterproofing Foundation Backfill Slab-on-Grade Preparation Anchor Bolt & Hold-Down Install

Related Resources

Full Ontology Overview The Process (mlsystemsri.com)Deconstruction (mlsystemsri.com)Data API

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Footing Forms & Pour