Automation in Construction, 183, 106776
Safety|구충완
Virtual reality-based experimental analysis of personality and cognitive traits on task performance and safety in novice tower crane operators
2026International Journals
Research AreaSafety
Professor구충완
AuthorsYeom, S., Kim, J., Seo, S., Ahn, S., Koo, C., and Hong, T
Publication Year2026
Journal (Volume, Issue, Pages)Automation in Construction, 183, 106776
AbstractThis paper investigates how personality traits and psychological-cognitive states influence task performance, safety, and physiological responses of novice tower crane operators through a virtual reality (VR) simulation integrated with continuous biometric monitoring. Fifty participants completed object lifting, obstacle navigation, and precision placement tasks while personality profiles and biosignals (ECG, EDA) were collected and analyzed using principal component analysis,cluster-based classification, and additional statistical methods. High extraversion and situational awareness enhanced speed and accuracy, whereas high openness, stress sensitivity, and acrophobia led to longer durations and reduced accuracy. High conscientiousness shortened task times by 19.12% but increased collisions by approximately threefold, revealing a trade-off between efficiency and safety. By integrating behavioral, cognitive, and physiological data, this work advances technology-enabled, data-driven safety management. The proposed approach enables automated operator risk profiling, intelligent task allocation, and proactive safety interventions for high-rise construction projects involving crane operations.
Virtual RealityTower CranePersonalityPhysiological ResponseConstruction Safety