Whether it's an offshore platform or a crooked factory building: an inspection robot from Switzerland can find its way anywhere. It overcomes or avoids obstacles independently thanks to artificial intelligence - and sophisticated training.
Robots that move independently and do simple jobs have long since conquered everyday life. They vacuum or mow the lawn. However, their autonomous skills have so far only reached a modest level. If there is an obstacle in their way, the robots rolling on wheels turn around or stop and wait until human action brings them back onto the free path.
Anymal acts far more independently –…
