Robots join fight against Covid-19 in Leeds

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A pair of robots designed to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 are undergoing field trials in Leeds.

 

The robots are said to combine navigation, computer vision and artificial intelligence (AI) to identify objects that need regular cleaning such as seating, bike stands and door handles.

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The robots can map an area and manoeuvre without bumping into static or mobile objects. Once a target object is discovered, it is sprayed with a mist of diluted alcohol.

They have been used in tests in Leeds city centre and the lounges at Leeds Bradford Airport.

In a statement, Joanna Wild, Chief Commercial Officer at Leeds Bradford Airport, said: “As the airport safely re-opens, we will be seeing increasing numbers of people using our facilities.

“Our staff are working hard to keep the terminal as clean as possible, and we will consider using robots and other technological solutions if that helps our cleaners and members of the public remain COVID-19 safe.”

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