In structured environments like factories, this works well enough. In the past, robotic decision making followed highly structured rules-if you sense this, then do that. We value robots for their ability to sense what's going on around them, make decisions based on that information, and then take useful actions without our input.
The ability to make decisions autonomously is not just what makes robots useful, it's what makes robots The robot was put through its paces on a comprehensive course that tested its ability to handle special challenges such as climbing stairs, scaling embankments and walking over grating. Outside the facility, Spot monitors pipe bridges for anomalies.Īmong the robot’s many abilities, it can detect defects of wires or the temperature of pump components using thermal imaging. In the thermal exhaust treatment facility, for instance, it monitors cooling water levels and notes whether condensation water has accumulated. Spot reads the displays of gauges in its immediate vicinity and can also zoom in on distant objects using an externally-mounted optical zoom lens. Multiple cameras and industrial sensors enable the robot to find its way around while recording and transmitting information about the facility’s onsite equipment operations. Combining Boston Dynamics’ intuitive controls, robotic intelligence and open interface with Energy Robotics’ control and autonomy software, user interface and encrypted cloud connection, Spot can be taught to autonomously perform a specific inspection round while being supervised remotely from anywhere with internet connectivity.
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