The United States has initiated the use of new wheeled robots to enhance airport security. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
These robots are primarily aimed at mitigating risks posed by wildlife and birds. Birds are a significant problem at airports, as they can enter aircraft engines, causing serious technical malfunctions and even catastrophic situations.
Additionally, there is a possibility that birds can damage the windshields of airplanes and harm control systems. Ground mammals, such as deer, elk, and other animals, can also enter runways, damaging technical equipment and potentially disrupting underground structures.
The newly developed robots are tasked with detecting wild animals and driving them away from the airport area. Each robot is estimated to cost around 3000 US dollars and continuously monitors the airport perimeter, responding when animals appear.
Inventors are working on further improving the robots. In the future, they plan to equip them with capabilities for autonomous movement like drones, adherence to designated routes, adaptation to various landscapes, continuous operation for days, and smart recognition systems.
Such capabilities will allow the robots to operate effectively in various situations and choose the most appropriate tactics based on the level of threat. As a result, the safety of not only animals but also humans at airports will be further strengthened.
This technology will significantly contribute to enhancing safety in the aviation sector
