Ford Robotics Building

Also known as: FMCRB, Ford Robotics, Michigan Robotics

Codes and aliases: FMCRB, FMB. These codes appear in campus maps, room schedules, and classroom searches.

Ford Robotics Building is an academic building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 2505 HAYWARD ST, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's North campus. The building has 4 floors. The building code is FMCRB, used in class schedules and room assignments. Related campus codes for this building include FMB. It may also be listed as Ford Robotics, Michigan Robotics. It houses Michigan Robotics Institute, Ford Motor Company Center For Autonomous Vehicles. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Ford Robotics Building is approximately 38 minutes walking northeast.

Classification: Teach, Research, Support. 7 classrooms.

Official website: Ford Robotics Building

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 2021 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: HED
• Style: Contemporary
• Named for: Ford Motor Company (major funding partner)
• Notable: $75M, 134,000 sq ft; first facility to co-locate industry with university robotics; rooftop Mars Yard; three-story fly zone
• Primary use: Michigan Robotics Institute, Ford mobility research
• Did you know: The Robotics Building was the first facility to house an industry robotics team and a university robotics program under one roof. It also has a rooftop "Mars Yard" and a three-story fly zone.
• Sustainability: LEED Gold. AEC reports 60 points under LEED for New Construction v2009, plus 31% estimated energy savings, chilled beams, and enthalpy heat recovery.

Units & Services

• Michigan Robotics Institute
• Ford Motor Company Center For Autonomous Vehicles

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Part of: North Campus Loop, Architecture Walk

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ford Robotics Building located?

Ford Robotics Building is located at 2505 HAYWARD ST on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.29461, -83.70958.

What units or services are in Ford Robotics Building?

Ford Robotics Building houses Michigan Robotics Institute, Ford Motor Company Center For Autonomous Vehicles.

How many floors does Ford Robotics Building have?

Ford Robotics Building has 4 floors.

How do I find Ford Robotics Building on the University of Michigan campus?

Ford Robotics Building is located on North Campus at 2505 HAYWARD ST. From the Diag, it is approximately 38 minutes walking northeast.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated July 20, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/ford-robotics-building/