Dutch startup Monumental has introduced an autonomous robot that can build walls with ordinary bricks. According to reports, it can automate the most monotonous and sometimes dangerous part of work on construction sites. portal Techcrunch.
The system consists of two modules: an automatic trolley for transporting construction materials and a manipulator that applies the liquid mortar and places the blocks. The devices are equipped with sensors, computer vision sensors and small elevators. The system works under the control of artificial intelligence.
The company noted that the robot can work in challenging conditions, including tight corners and doorways.
As part of the pilot project, the Monumental machine constructed the 15-metre façade of an office building in Amsterdam. The startup has partnered with 25 developers to build low-income housing.
According to the creators of the device, Monumental hopes to speed up construction and solve the problem of labor shortage on construction sites with the help of automation.
happened before known about the creation of the world’s first logging robot.