A 3D printing robotic arm constructs the first fire-resistant home in California.
Utilizing 3D printing technology offers a solution for wildfire protection and accelerates home construction.
Builders hope this groundbreaking technology can be deployed across California to construct more fire-resistant housing structures.
3D Printing Robotic Arm Constructs First Fire-Resistant Home in California.
Construction is currently underway on a fire-resistant Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in eastern Los Angeles County, being built by a 3D printing robotic arm. The structure is being erected in Walnut in collaboration with the City and the Los Angeles County Fire Department, along with two construction companies. Builders state it's the first of its kind in California.
Work on the ADU began in early February, focusing initially on foundation, plumbing, and sewage. However, on Wednesday, a 3D printing robotic arm by RIC Technology commenced laying the concrete for the exterior walls. The process is estimated to take around 20 days.
The 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom structure will boast complete fire resistance with concrete walls and a light-steel roof. Notably, the metal roof sets this project apart as most 3D-printed homes typically feature wooden roofs, according to RIC Technology's press release.
The homeowners, Philips and Constance of Walnut, express eagerness to contribute to wildfire protection. Permits for construction were obtained in February, with hopes that their new ADU will pave the way for deploying this unique home-building technology elsewhere across California.
