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Robot snake hunts radiation, saving nuclear industry £5 million
Original: Robot snake seeks out radiation, saving nuclear industry £5 million
A snake-like robot has been developed to locate radiation sources in nuclear facilities, work that is estimated to save the nuclear industry £5 million. By entering hazardous areas instead of human workers, the robot reduces exposure risks and inspection costs. Coverage highlights it as a practical example of robotics delivering measurable savings in a safety-critical sector.
Why now: News of a robot delivering both safety benefits and significant cost savings in the nuclear industry has drawn attention.
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