In a quiet Melbourne suburb, a giant robotic crane 3D printer is making history by building a multi-storey house using cutting-edge technology.
Meet LUYTEN’s PLATYPUS X12 Crane 3D Construction Printer, an AI-powered machine that’s changing the face of home construction.
A Game-Changer in Home Building
This innovative printer is being used to build the first 3D printed multi-storey house in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere. What’s more impressive is that it’s being built in Melbourne’s harsh sumnditions, witmh temperer coatures soaring up to 42 degrees Celsius and frequent storms.
Previous attempts at 3D printing homes were limited to single-storey prototypes built in mild weather conditions.
Pushing the Boundaries of 3D Printing
The house design is optimized to test the limits of 3D printing technology, featuring a lift core and walls with unique shapes that utilize the acoustic principle of diffraction to reduce noise.
The AI-powered printer uses reinforced-learning algorithms to ensure the quality and precision of each layer of the print, making it not just aesthetically pleasing but also structurally sound.
A New Era in Home Construction
The multi-storey, 350m2 home will be lived in by Ahmed Mahil, LUYTEN’s CEO and Global President. As the first CEO to live in a 3D printed house, Mr. Mahil aims to break down psychological barriers and doubts about the future of 3D printed homes.
With the ability to deliver homes faster, LUYTEN’s multi-storey home is expected to be completed in just 5 weeks, compared to the usual 8-11 months.
A Solution to Australia’s Housing Crisis
3D printing is emerging as an innovative solution to Australia’s housing crisis, capturing the attention of federal and state governments.
LUYTEN has received positive feedback and support from governments, with the Minister for Industry and Science, Hon Ed Husic, visiting their 3D construction printer robot factory in Melbourne.
Collaboration and Innovation
LUYTEN is working alongside renowned international engineering firm Bollinger + Grohmann to ensure the structural integrity, safety, and optimal performance of the printed structure. They are also collaborating with the University of New South Wales ARC Centre for Next-Gen Architectural Manufacturing to set a new standard for 3D printed homes.
The Future of Home Building
By combining their strengths, LUYTEN and their partners are revolutionizing the home building industry. With the potential to deliver faster, more efficient, and sustainable homes, 3D printing is an exciting solution to Australia’s housing crisis. Stay tuned for more updates on this groundbreaking project!