Hoban Construction has enhanced its diagnostic capabilities through the introduction of an AI-based wall crack inspection robot, marking a significant step in smart construction technology.
On May 13, Hoban Construction announced the successful completion of a field demonstration of the AI wall crack inspection robot at a residential complex in Gyeonggi Province. This demonstration was the result of an open innovation collaboration with FD Tech, a company recognized as a promising technology in the 'AI Bridge Commercialization Project' by the Seoul Economic Promotion Agency. Hoban Construction provided the testing site and supported technology validation.
The robot utilizes AI analysis to inspect the internal condition of walls, automatically determining the presence and location of cracks and damage. This advancement is expected to enhance the objectivity and reliability of inspection results while significantly improving site safety by reducing the need for human involvement in high-risk tasks.
Technologically, the robot employs four cameras for close-up imaging and utilizes non-destructive testing, acoustic, and ultrasonic technologies to accurately diagnose wall damage. Its portability and ease of assembly also contribute to reduced preparation time for inspections.
Hoban Construction plans to refine quality management through simultaneous internal and external wall diagnostics and intends to use accumulated data for crack history management and prioritizing repairs in the overall maintenance of buildings. Following the validation of the technology's accuracy based on the demonstration results, the company aims to establish an 'All-in-One Crack Management Process' that integrates inspection and repair.
FD Tech, the developer of this technology, specializes in AI-based facility inspection robots and has received recognition for its technological prowess, having won an innovation award at CES 2026.
Hoban Group's construction division is expanding its site-centered smart construction technologies. Last month, the company signed a memorandum of understanding with AI specialist Upstage and is collaborating with Pobicon to jointly develop automated quantity estimation and cost estimation processes, accelerating its digital transformation.
A Hoban Construction official stated, "With the demonstration completed, we will undergo additional refinement processes before deploying it on-site. We are continuously reviewing the introduction timeline to expedite its application in future construction projects."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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