Abu Dhabi, UAE – ADNOC announced the successful operation of Taurop’s “heavy-duty inspection robot” at the Tawila natural gas compression station.
The robot will carry out routine inspections in hazardous areas and conditions. Without exposing the human cadres working on site to any risks.
The robot is currently being used to conduct initial field inspections on its own. This allows ADNOC engineers to identify potential gas leaks, monitor abnormal heat spots, and other hazards. Which contributes to enhancing safety standards. The robot is designed to operate in harsh industrial environments.
It is equipped with an integrated set of advanced sensors, including 3D detection and ranging technology “LiDAR”, and thermal cameras with a viewing angle of up to 360 degrees.
Expanding the robotics program
ADNOC announced plans to expand its robotics program by participating in the development of the first “heavy-duty operational robot” in the energy sector. Which will include the same vision technologies provided by Taurop’s Inspection Robot. In addition to the possibility of lifting and holding industrial equipment.
This robot is being developed within the joint Argos industrial project in cooperation with Equinor and Net Zero Technology Center. Petrobras, Total Energies, Saft and Taurop.
The robot will be able to operate in a temperature range between -20 and 60 degrees Celsius. It can be operated remotely or operated autonomously. This allows maintenance and technical interventions to be carried out efficiently and safely, and the robot is expected to begin operating by the end of 2026.
reduce risks
It is worth noting that these achievements support ADNOC’s integrated strategies in the fields of advanced technology, artificial intelligence, robotics, health, safety and the environment. By combining AI-powered surveillance tools with the use of robots. To reduce exposure to risks and increase the efficiency and reliability of operations.
Tools like the HSE Cockpit.ai solution help reduce safety-related accidents by 30% by providing instant visibility that helps prevent accidents before they happen.
ADNOC leverages robots and drones to conduct inspections in hazardous environments and monitor emissions. Responding to incidents on land, at sea and in the air. Including operations within hazardous areas and enclosed spaces.
These integrated capabilities contribute to establishing safety within ADNOC’s daily operations. Support its efforts to create and enhance value by expanding the use of advanced robotics technologies and artificial intelligence tools and solutions.
