3D-Printed Off-Road Logistics Robot Made from Recycled Materials
The robot is suited for military logistics, search and rescue, precision agriculture, infrastructure inspection and more.
Edited by
Jann Bond
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
Following the recent launch of the DISCOVER 3D camper, Ukrainian company Lemki Robotix, together with German firm iSCALE 3D and engineering partner Zeykan Robotics, recently unveiled a production model of the world’s first fully 3D-printed off-road logistics robot.
The autonomous robot, designed for off-road conditions and built entirely using recycled materials, sets a new standard in sustainable field robotics. The sealed body is printed from recycled polypropylene with fiberglass, airless, puncture-proof wheels from recycled polyurethane and rims from carbon-fiber-reinforced nylon.
A key innovation lies in the hollow, buoyant wheels, which not only improve terrain handling but also act as paddle wheels, enabling water crossing without compromising mobility.
Autonomy Powered by AI
The robot is equipped with 360-degree cameras, LiDAR, and Starlink satellite connectivity for real-time remote control. Operation can be performed manually or autonomously using an onboard neural network, which interprets sensor data for intelligent navigation, even in GPS-denied zones.
Due to its modular construction and rugged capabilities, the robot is suited for military logistics, search and rescue, precision agriculture, infrastructure inspection and remote delivery and hazardous zones