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Built Robotics

Autonomous construction equipment platform

Retrofit kit that transforms manual excavators, bulldozers, and skid steers into fully autonomous robots using GPS, computer vision, and AI for construction automation.

$112M raised 📈 Growth Stage

Founded 2016 • Quanta Services/Blattner, MPC Kinetic (Australia), IUOE union partnership, solar and infrastructure contractors

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Why This Tool Exists

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The Problem

Construction sites face labor shortages with skilled equipment operators scarce and expensive. Manual operation limits equipment to 8-hour shifts, creating productivity bottlenecks and safety risks from human error in dangerous conditions.

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The Solution

Aftermarket Exosystem retrofit kit transforms existing excavators into autonomous robots operating 24/7. AI-powered system uses GPS, 360° cameras, and computer vision to perform excavation, trenching, and pile driving with 20% cost savings over traditional methods.

How You Use It

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Delivery Method

SaaS API

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Integrations

Caterpillar equipment Hitachi excavators John Deere machinery Volvo construction equipment

Disciplines

Construction, Civil Engineering

Project Phases

Construction Administration

Project Types

Infrastructure, Residential, Commercial

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

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Input

What it needs

Required: GPS survey coordinates, Project site boundaries, Equipment specifications

Optional: BIM models, Project schedules, Quality requirements, Safety protocols

Formats: GPS coordinates, Geofencing data, CAD files, Equipment telemetry

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Output

What you get

Format: Real-time operational data and progress reports

Fields: Equipment position tracking, Work progress percentage, Safety alerts, Equipment status, Operational hours, Quality metrics

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Algorithm

How it works

Model: Proprietary computer vision and AI (trained on construction equipment operation)

Accuracy: Claims 20% cost savings and 18,000+ hours operation without safety incidents

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Privacy

How your data is protected

Retention: Not publicly specified

Training: Not publicly specified

Compliance: Not publicly specified

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API

Integration

Endpoint: Contact vendor for API access

Method: Not publicly documented

Use Cases

• Autonomous excavation and earthmoving for solar installations
• 24/7 trenching operations for utilities and infrastructure
• Robotic pile driving for renewable energy projects
• Remote construction in hazardous or restricted areas
• Fleet automation for large-scale civil engineering projects

Pricing

Free

Not available

Pro

$3,000/month per machine plus hourly usage fees

Enterprise

Equipment lease programs and multi-year contracts available

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📚 Research Sources & Data Quality Last verified: 2026-02-01

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