Robot Talk: Making robots work reliably in high-risk environments
In this podcast episode, Claire chats with robotics engineer Daniela Shchegelskaya about getting robots to work reliably outside the lab. They discuss using Boston Dynamics' Spot robot for inspections in live power substations, focusing on tackling tough challenges like network connectivity and system safety in high-risk environments.
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Real-World Challenges
Daniela Shchegelskaya, an engineer from the University of Twente, shares her work on moving autonomous robots from controlled labs into unpredictable real-world settings. She highlights that reliability, connectivity, and system-level design are the biggest hurdles when deploying machines where failure is not an option.
Substation Inspections
At Elimpus, Shchegelskaya focuses on integrating Boston Dynamics' Spot robot to inspect live power substations. This involves enabling autonomous navigation, remote diagnostics, and data collection in environments with heavy electromagnetic interference and strict safety requirements.
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