A spider-like robot named Charlotte is set to tackle construction challenges and potentially assist in building on the Moon in the future. Developed by Australian companies Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt Technology, Charlotte aims to deliver low-cost, low-carbon housing solutions on Earth.
Charlotte can 3D print a 200-square-metre house in just 24 hours. Attached to Charlotte’s undercarriage is Earthbuilt’s extrusion system, which collects readily available materials such as sand, earth, and waste products like crushed brick. These materials are then bound in fabric and compressed to form the layers of a building, according to Crest Robotics.
The construction technique used by Charlotte is similar to Earthbagging. This method involves packing loose materials into large tubes or bags and then compacting them to create sturdy wall layers.
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