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Britain tests robot dogs to defuse bombs, increasing safety in operations and protecting military personnel from risks
Britain has taken an important step in improving the military security with the use of a robot dog to disarm bombs.
The recent test, conducted by the UK Ministry of Defence, demonstrated the effectiveness of these machines in dangerous missions.
The aim is to increase safety in operations and protect professionals during the delicate task of disarming bombs, significantly reducing the risk of accidents.
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Robot dog on the battlefield
The test was conducted by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and lasted four days.
During the experiment, the robots were asked to perform complex tasks such as autonomously opening doors, navigating stairs, and identifying and disarming improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
The robots' final mission was to fire disruptors at the IEDs, safely neutralizing the threats.
Maria Eagle, Minister of Defence Procurement and Industry, highlighted the importance of this technology. “We are committed to protecting the military personnel who keep our nation safe. By combining advanced robotics with specialized knowledge, we ensure that our best disarmament professionals have the tools to do their jobs safely and effectively.”, He stated.
Technological advances and valuable feedback
Dstl also took the opportunity to obtain feedback from disarmament operators, who praised the technology demonstrated.
This feedback will help shape the next phase of robotics development in the UK, with a focus on ensuring safer and more efficient operations.
The technology allows robots to perform multiple tasks remotely, which reduces the need to expose operators to risky situations, as well as improving mission accuracy.
Furthermore, the use of drones equipped with artificial intelligence for threat monitoring and security control was one of the points highlighted.
The Ministry of Defense believes that this type of innovation can increase the pace of operations, reduce public disruptions and provide a more agile response to risk situations.
The role of industry in innovation
The test had the collaboration of the company Boston Dynamics, which revealed one of the robot dogs used during the experiment.
The use of commercial and military robots together is a strategy that has shown promise, according to Prof Andy Bell, Director of Science and Technology at Dstl.
"This is a clear example of how defense can gain a competitive advantage by harnessing technology and building on commercial and military systems. This helps keep the country safe.", said.
This partnership between industry and government is also seen as a way of contributing to economic growth, generating new jobs and opportunities for innovation.
According to the Defense Ministry, the tests are part of a broader effort to enhance national security and advance new technologies.
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