One By Ex provides a cognitive robotics platform that automates the design, fabrication, and assembly of fire‑rated building components. Using AI‑driven topology optimization, robotic gantry/CNC cells, and real‑time sensor feedback, the system produces precision‑cut modules with ≤5 % material waste and certified fire performance, integrating with BIM and ERP workflows for construction firms and modular housing developers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Construction projects often rely on manual fabrication and on‑site assembly, leading to high material waste, inconsistent fire‑rating performance, and elevated safety risks for workers. These inefficiencies increase costs and delay delivery schedules for developers and contractors.
Solution
One By Ex delivers a cognitive robotics platform that automates the end‑to‑end production of fire‑resistant, sustainable building components. The system combines AI‑driven design optimization with robotic fabrication cells to generate precision‑cut modules that meet certified fire‑rating standards. Integrated process planning software coordinates material handling, cutting, and assembly to minimize off‑cut waste and reduce labor exposure. Real‑time sensor feedback ensures dimensional accuracy and structural integrity, enabling rapid on‑site deployment of scalable modules. The platform’s digital‑twin interface allows engineers to simulate performance, iterate designs, and certify compliance before physical production begins.
Target Audience
The primary customers are mid‑to‑large construction firms and modular housing developers that require high‑performance, fire‑rated components and seek to automate prefabrication workflows. Secondary users include engineering consultancies and building‑product manufacturers integrating AI‑optimized robotics into their production lines.
Features
- Robotic gantry and multi‑axis CNC cells equipped with high‑temperature‑tolerant tooling for fire‑rated composite panel fabrication
- AI‑based topology optimization (PSD and MP Optimizer) that balances structural load, material usage, and fire performance criteria
- Closed‑loop vision and force sensors for adaptive cutting, assembly alignment, and defect detection in real time
- Cloud‑hosted optimization engine that generates production schedules and material nesting to achieve ≤5 % waste rates
- Digital‑twin simulation environment for pre‑construction validation of fire resistance, sustainability metrics, and scalability constraints
- API‑first architecture enabling integration with BIM, ERP, and site‑logistics management systems
- Role‑based access control and end‑to‑end encryption for secure handling of proprietary design data