Every day we can witness a growing development of technology, so much so that in some areas and environments it would seem to be ready to replace man. In this regard we cannot fail to mention the project carried out by Oxford Dynamics, British startup specializing in artificial intelligence, engaged in the design of a robot capable of replacing humans in carrying out dangerous tasks or tasks carried out in rather dangerous environments.
The project in question was contracted by Oxford Dynamics with the UK Ministry of Defence for 1 million pounds. The aim is precisely to improve safety in certain environments. And precisely in environments exposed to nuclear, biological and chemical threats. But not only that, even in areas exposed to radiation and where human exposure could actually prove lethal. How does the robot work? Simple, first it collects the materials considered contaminated and then seals them in containers to be able to carry out semi-autonomous tasks later.
It is precisely by using advanced technology systems such as radar and infrared that it moves in difficult environments. One of the directors of the aforementioned British startup, Mike Lawton, expressed his opinion on the issue, announcing that the aim is to create 100 or even 10,000 Strider robots to improve society.
Some information about the Strider robot
Designing the Strider Robot began last November and is expected to be delivered to the UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory by September, according to initial reports. The company also wants to improve the Strider robot’s capabilities by integrating its AVIS artificial intelligence software.
This is the name of a automated visual inspection system which is based precisely on artificial intelligence and which is capable of revolutionizing the entire inspection process. This is capable of acting by increasing the inspection volume, reducing the missing defects and at the same time also reducing the operating expenses and capital expenses.
