Structr combines AI-powered cameras mounted on construction helmets with bone conduction technology to detect and alert workers of hazards, while enabling hands-free communication and safety monitoring through a management app. The system addresses the high rate of construction accidents by proactively warning workers of dangers.
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Discovery
The Hidden Danger on Construction Sites
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in the world. Workers face unpredictable hazards. Slips, impacts, and falls every single day. But there’s another silent threat: communication failure. Language barriers, unclear alerts, and delayed warnings can turn minor risks into life-threatening incidents.
Research
Grounded in Research and Real Statistics
I wanted to understand how severe and common the problem was. Make sure we understand the industry in general before getting into details in each construction sites.
20% fatal work injuries occurring on construction sites
31% of injuries in construction are due to falls, slips, and trips
33.3% of projects fail due to poor communication in construction site
Research
People who are in the sites
We reached out to experts at the management level because they could provide unique insights into both the daily workplace culture and the formal safety regulations at construction sites, helping us understand how these factors contribute to workplace accidents.
Chad
Ford + BMW
24 years
Issac
Hyundai
12 years
Joey
Disney Inc.
2 years
Research
Insights
New Age Safety
Construction companies are prioritizing worker safety by ensuring proper equipment usage and maintenance.
Bodget Allocation
A 3-5% budget allocation covers all safety measures including equipment, training, and site security.
Translation Demand
Language barriers among diverse workers create safety concerns, driving increased demand for translation services.
Ideation
Selected AI
Computer Vision
NLP
Voice Synthesis
Ideation
Interface That Works in Rain or Glare
Ideation
Design Decisions Built Around Safety
Our initial top-mounted prototype was unsafe. It risked becoming a “nail” in case of falling objects. So we shifted to a wraparound modular design that supports multiple sensors, distributes weight safely, and avoids common impact zones.
Ideation
Big and Bold: UI That Fit the Jobsite
The lo-fi design prioritized intuitiveness and boldness, ensuring visibility in all weather conditions by using simple and high-contrast elements. In contrast, the big bento design relies on sunlight for visibility, making it less effective in low-light or adverse weather.
Final Design
Meet Nexstep One: The Final Prototype
Nexstep One is built for easy setup, secure fit, and reliable alerts. Its flexible headset adapts to any helmet and uses bone-conduction audio to communicate without blocking ambient noise—keeping workers alert to their environment at all times.
Final Design
A Project Manager
The screens use high-contrast colors for visibility in sunlight, ensuring usability in outdoor construction settings. Designed for tablets commonly used by managers, with large, intuitive buttons, they enable quick and efficient interaction, even with thick gloves, improving on-site task management.
Final Design
Vision
STRUCTR isn’t just about avoiding accidents—it’s about changing the future of construction. With AI vision and open-ear communication, it helps locate workers in emergencies, streamline schedules, and eliminate guesswork.
We believe STRUCTR will save lives while advancing the global standard for construction safety.
