WatTron
The world is in dire need of reliable and safe electric power lines lines to meet the ever-increasing demand for electricity. However, the repair and construction of these lines is a hazardous and demanding task that requires skilled labor. Unfortunately, the supply of skilled labor for transmission & distribution line operations is dwindling & the Health & Safety risks inflected upon Linemen is far too great to be ignored, creating significant challenges for the energy sector. Dexterous robots offer a potential solution to this problem, as they can mitigate safety concerns and fill the labor shortage while improving efficiency & retaining knowledge that is otherwise lost to a retiring generation. How can we effectively leverage robots to address the shortage of skilled labor and improve the safety and efficiency of transmission & distribution lines repair & construction globally?