Lovozersky GOK Deploys Its First Robot
It is designed to perform the most dangerous operations underground.
Lovozersky Mining and Processing Plant, part of Rosatom, has put the remotely operated Betonolom 2000 RN robotic system into pilot operation. The machine, developed by specialists at the Russian company Robotekhnics LLC, is designed to perform the most dangerous underground work, including removing loose and unstable rock, breaking up hard rock masses and other operations.
The compact machine can easily maneuver through narrow passages. It is controlled by an operator via a wired or radio connection, allowing the operator to remain at a safe distance from areas where rock could potentially collapse. Its hydraulic system generates enough power to break even the hardest materials.
