Field, inspection, safety, and hazardous environment robotics
Mining Robots
Mining automation covers vehicles and equipment working in mine routes or production zones. Haulage and drilling require different controls and work areas.
How these robots work
A mine vehicle follows an operating route and coordinates with other equipment. Loading, unloading and access control form part of the transport cycle.
How to compare the task
Compare accepted loads moved per shift. Driving without an operator on board does not establish operation without supervision or a controlled zone.
Examples and applications
- Automated haulage
- Mine transport
- Drilling automation
Limits of this category
- Dust and changing geometry can affect sensing.
- Automated equipment still depends on mine traffic and access procedures.
What to check for the intended task
- Include loading and unloading in cycle time
- Record blocked-route recovery
- Test operation after a route or tunnel layout changes
Sources and further reading
Reference updated .
Technical explanation and proposed checks. No hands-on performance result is claimed.