Korean builders test robot delivery services at apartment complexes

By Kim Joo-heon Posted : October 24, 2024, 15:48 Updated : October 24, 2024, 16:34
This photo shows Hyundai ECs autonomous robot climbing stairs in Goyang west of Seoul Courtesy of Hyundai EC
This photo shows Hyundai E&C's autonomous robot climbing stairs in Goyang, west of Seoul. Courtesy of Hyundai E&C
SEOUL, October 24 (AJP) - Korea's major construction companies are racing to introduce robot delivery services at residential complexes in collaboration with robot tech startups.

Hyundai E&C announced Wednesday it is conducting a pilot operation of an autonomous robot delivery service at an apartment complex in Goyang, west of Seoul, in partnership with robotics startup Mobinn.

The robots deliver items from a logistics center in the community facility directly to residents' doorsteps.
 

They can navigate stairs and obstacles using a specially developed rubber wheel structure and feature a cargo compartment leveling function to protect delivered items.

Residents can place orders and make payments online.

Hyundai E&C plans to continue the outdoor pilot operation until November. Depending on the results, it will work on advancing the technology and commercializing the service to expand the delivery range.
 
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This photo shows Hyundai E&C's autonomous robots in Goyang, west of Seoul. Courtesy of Hyundai E&C

Meanwhile, Samsung C&T's construction division has been operating its "Deli-Pick Me" robot delivery service at apartment complexes in southern Seoul since June, in collaboration with autonomous robot company NeuBility. 

The service connects residents with nearby commercial areas, delivering food and beverages from local shops.
 
This photo shows Samsung CTs autonomous delivery robot Courtesy of Samsung CT
This photo shows Samsung C&T's autonomous delivery robot. Courtesy of Samsung C&T
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