World's first six-legged robot capable of onshore and offshore wind turbine blade inspection and maintenance
World's first six-legged robot capable of onshore and offshore wind turbine blade inspection and maintenance
BladeBug Mk 3
BladeBug Mk 3 robot is an advanced, lightweight hexapod crawler engineered for offshore wind turbine maintenance. Designed to walk directly on turbine blades, it conducts detailed inspections and non-destructive testing while performing repair tasks. Its modular design allows for the quick attachment of various tools, enabling rapid on-site deployment and reducing turbine downtime. Moreover, the robot’s semi-autonomous and remote-operable features minimize the risks and costs associated with traditional rope access maintenance, ultimately enhancing both safety and operational efficiency
(October 2021 – Present)