Researchers have developed a dog-like robot equipped with an arm to collect air samples from hazardous environments such as abandoned buildings or fire sites. This robot delivers samples to a technician for review, minimizing human exposure. The system, although still in development, shows promise in hazardous conditions.
The robot, with three articulated arms holding grippers, was tested in a variety of challenging environments, such as waste disposal plants and chemical warehouses. It successfully collected air samples and analyzed them on-site using a portable mass spectrometer, which proved to be faster and safer than off-site analysis. This robotic MS system offers a smarter and safer method to detect hazardous compounds.
Source: Science Daily
