Speech Recognition for Noisy Environments - Feasibility of Voice Command in Construction Settings

People can comprehend speech even in noisy environments. Yet, the same task for machines still remains to be an elusive ambition. In this paper, by implementing a speech recognition prototype as proof of concept for Volvo Construction Equipment, we illustrate possibility of voice-commanding construction machines in heavy noisy environments. The findings of our research are not limited to Volvo Construction Equipment, and this paper can be studied as a guideline for boosting noise robustness of speech recognition applications