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- 1Robot snake patrols power lines in Kunming●A robot snake is patrolling 10-kilovolt power lines in Kunming, SW China. Developed by the Kunming Power Supply Bureau o
A snake-shaped robot is now patrolling 10-kilovolt power lines in Kunming, in southwest China. Developed by the Kunming Power Supply Bureau of China Southern Power Grid, the robot navigates obstacles autonomously and uses infrared, thermal imaging, and laser sensors to detect potential faults on the lines, reducing the need for workers to inspect high-voltage equipment manually.
- 2Robot snake hunts radiation, saving nuclear industry £5 million▼Robot snake seeks out radiation, saving nuclear industry £5 million
A snake-like robot has been developed to locate radiation sources in nuclear facilities, work that is estimated to save the nuclear industry £5 million. By entering hazardous areas instead of human workers, the robot reduces exposure risks and inspection costs. Coverage highlights it as a practical example of robotics delivering measurable savings in a safety-critical sector.