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Robotic Dog Patrols Power Grid
SMUD just unleashed a robotic dog named Astro—California’s first utility robot—to patrol its electrical grid, armed with 4K cameras, infrared sensors, and sound-detecting microphones that spot invisible problems before they cause blackouts. Built to handle mud, snow, and stairs, Astro’s human handler programs him to inspect 270 substations during a three-year test. With two more bots, Elroy and Judy, on the way, this $300K tech squad aims to prevent costly failures and keep the lights on—proving that robotic canines might just be the future of grid maintenance. Support the show:Get a discount…
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