# Autonomous Digital Fabrication Systems Neri Oxman Designs Technique for Rapid Construction By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-01-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-fabrication-system References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/10/05/neri-oxman-fiberbots-mediated-matter-lab-mit-architectural-structures/) & [web.media.mit.edu](https://web.media.mit.edu/~neri/site/about/about.html) From her water-based platform that builds from aqueous material forms to her [rapid autonomous digital fabrication system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-3d-printers), Neri Oxman and her Mediated Matter group definitely contribute to the construction process. The latest development from [MIT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-metal-printing) boasts a robotic organization that is meant to “rapidly build high-strength tubular structures by [winding fiberglass filament](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratasys-neo800-plus) around themselves.” The digital fabrication system consists of two components — a collective of 16 robots that operate in a swarm-like manner and a control unit that guides them. The robotic components are surrounded by an inflatable silicone membrane. When in operation, the digital fabrication system is inflated and feeds a thread of fiberglass and resin that produces a high-strength exterior layer. The automated device builds the self-supporting structures segment-by-segment and after each portion is completed, the robot deflates and moves on to the next. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Robotic Construction:** The use of robots in construction processes presents opportunities for faster and more efficient building methods. - **Autonomous Fabrication:** Autonomous fabrication systems allow for rapid construction processes with minimal human intervention. - **Digital Fabrication:** Advancements in digital fabrication technology enable the creation of complex and precise structures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction:** The construction industry can leverage autonomous digital fabrication systems to streamline building processes and increase productivity. - **Robotics:** The robotics industry can develop new robotic systems and technologies specifically designed for construction applications. - **Materials Manufacturing:** Companies in the materials manufacturing sector can innovate and produce new materials to cater to the needs of digital fabrication systems in construction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Glass Design Breakthroughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g3dp-2.md) - [Reusable Framework Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unfold-form.md) - [Accessible Metal Fabrication Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-fabrication-technology.md) - [Underwater Concrete Printing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darpa-1.md) - [3D Automated Knitting Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-knitting-machine1.md) - [Self-Shaping Timber Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-flax-pavilion.md) - [Wool-Weaving Cobots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flocks-wobot.md) - [Production Workshop Laboratories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neri-oxman-1.md) - [Advanced 3D Printing Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibreseeker-3.md)