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Robots designed for unclogging pipelines
The so-called Joey robot can traverse narrow underground pipes, relaying damages or obstructions to human operators above ground.
Robots help consumers shop
Called the PickUp Port, the technology lets consumers shop online and then retrieve their order directly from the AutoStore System with robots picking, organizing and storing items.
Automating air leak detection on trains
To enable the system to autonomously detect air leaks, the SwRI team trained machine learning algorithms to distinguish air leaks from non-leak data as obtained from the sensor outputs.
Fully autonomous forklift to do the heavy lifting in warehouses
The fully autonomous Apex 1400-L forklift can reportedly perform warehouse tasks associated with shipping, receiving, put away, replenishment and raw material movement, among others.
Video: Tour the universe with this interactive map
An interactive map charts the positions and colors of 200,000 galaxies stretching from Earth to the edge of the observable universe.
Amazon's new robot automates tasks in the warehouse
The Sparrow bot uses artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision to recognize and handle millions of items of all shapes and sizes within the warehouse before they are packaged.
These swimming bots are four times faster than similar swimming bots
The team developed two different swimming robots, dubbed “Butterfly Bots” for their resemblance to swimmers performing the butterfly stroke.
Video: Sensors to enhance overhead transmission asset performance
A sensors and data analytics platform is being tested by National Grid to help upgrade and expand the transmission capacity of overhead power lines in the U.K.
Sensor detects specific gases using AI
The device relies on machine learning to distinguish gases based on how they give rise to subtle temperature changes — an issue that proved challenging for other sensing technologies that fail to detect a target gas among a mix of chemicals in the air.
Robotic module can automate oil drilling on existing rigs
Nabors suggests that automating drilling tasks in oil and gas industry Red Zones could potentially reduce risks to workers.
CLEA by SECO enables and enhances new energy opportunities
Today, there is a concerted focus on transitioning to renewable and clean energy sources from fossil fuels.
Light and heat move ring-shaped robot forward
The researchers note that when the Ringbot was placed on the hot surface, it pulled itself forward; when exposed to infrared light, it also pushed itself forward.
Chemical plume detecting, hand-held drone in development
According to its developers, the drone could one day be used to track chemical plumes during search and rescue missions or missions designed for protecting the environment.
Robot to perform battlefield triage
The Medical Telexistence Platform (MediTel), which is outfitted with robotic arms and a custom-built gripper, is controlled by a remote medic wearing a virtual reality (VR) headset for observing triage scenes in 3D.
Watch drones survey sewer systems in Scotland
The use of drones equipped with lidar scanning and measurement capabilities will enable Scottish Water to improve sewer system resiliency.
Medium voltage electric steam and hot water generators for district heating
Municipalities, utilities and companies are focusing on proactive approaches to reducing their carbon footprint.
Watch the liftoff of NASA’s Artemis I mission
NASA’s new Artemis I mission is underway with the successful launch of the Space Launch System on November 16, 2022.
Medical robots: Redefining the healthcare industry
Medical robots are engineered to work in tandem with doctors and provide support during various surgical and diagnostic procedures.
New technique lets users evaluate screen erosion in oil and gas equipment
SwRI's method reportedly depicts sand screen erosion graphically so that a more comprehensive picture of the erosion can be drawn.
Robots vs workers? Not quite.
Yes, robots and automation could displace thousands of low-skilled workers. But the opportunities robots create could be even greater and more impactful.