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Highlights
- FBR's automated construction tech, Hadrian X, remains undamaged after Hurricane Milton.
- The house built by Hadrian X survived the hurricane in Fort Myers, Florida.
- FBR continues its Demonstration Program after the storm.
FBR Limited (ASX:FBR), a developer of robotic construction technology, announced that its automated construction robot, Hadrian X, has withstood the impact of Hurricane Milton. The house currently being built by the robot in Fort Myers, Florida, remained undamaged despite the intense storm, showcasing the resilience of both the technology and the structure itself.
Hadrian X, a robotic system mounted on the back of a truck, has been working on a demonstration project in Florida, constructing homes using automated technology. The company confirmed on Tuesday that both the staff involved in the project and the Hadrian X robot were unharmed during the hurricane.
The house built by the robot is still in its skeletal phase, which means that it is essentially just a basic framework without a roof or other heavy elements in place. Despite this, the structure held up against the powerful winds and rain from Hurricane Milton, which is notable given its lighter construction at this stage.
FBR noted that while Fort Myers, located about 128 kilometers from the hurricane's landfall, was not directly in the storm's path, the area still experienced significant damage from the storm. The fact that the Hadrian X-built house survived this test is an encouraging sign for the future of automated construction, especially in areas prone to natural disasters.
The company's CEO, Mike Pivac, emphasized the ongoing recovery efforts in Fort Myers following the hurricane, stating, “There is still significant repair and clean up underway in the area.” He also expressed the company's commitment to continuing its Demonstration Program in the coming days, despite the recent challenges caused by both Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, which had hit the region in previous weeks.
The successful performance of the Hadrian X robot and the houses it has built in challenging weather conditions offers a promising glimpse into the potential of robotic construction technology. As FBR moves forward with its Demonstration Program, the company is likely to gather more valuable data on how its technology can be applied in real-world environments.
FBR last traded at 4.3 cents per share on the ASX, as the market takes note of the resilience and potential of the company’s innovative construction technology.
