Khaberni - An Australian construction robot named "Charlotte" has recently made headlines due to its unprecedented capabilities, a product of collaboration between "Crest Robotics" and "Earth Built Technology".
Charlotte is designed to print an entire house of 2,150 square feet (about 200 square meters) using 3D printing technology in just one day.
This equates to the speed of over 100 construction workers working simultaneously, offering a glimpse into how homes will be built in the future, according to a report by Fox News, reviewed by "Al Arabiya Business".
Charlotte does not just stack bricks or tie rebar; it uses a giant propulsion system to layer environmentally friendly materials.
These materials come from sand, crushed bricks, and recycled glass, all from local sources. This results in a structure that is resistant to fire and floods and designed with a much lower carbon footprint than traditional construction methods.
Charlotte uniquely blends speed, strength, versatility, and affordability.
In terms of speed, the robot prints a home within 24 hours. Regarding strength, the robot uses durable and sustainable materials. As for versatility, the robot can lift itself on spider-like legs to continue building higher walls. Regarding cost-effectiveness, the robot reduces many expensive construction steps.
While Charlotte is still in the development stage, a miniature prototype of it has already been showcased. Researchers believe it could help solve the housing shortage problem amid a labor scarcity and significantly rising construction costs.
The creators of Charlotte are also looking towards the future; they imagine future versions of the robot building bases on the moon for research and exploration. Thanks to its compact design and autonomous operation, Charlotte can adapt to harsh space environments just as well as it can handle challenges on Earth.
