Heathrow Airport has employed a robotic dog called Dave. The mechanical canine is being used to improve efficiency and safety on construction projects.
Dave was developed by Boston Dynamics, an American engineering and robotic company whose futuristic creations often go viral in online videos. It is being trialled in partnership with Mace, a consultancy and construction company, with Dave providing 3D laser scans of the ongoing refurbishment of a 1960’s cargo tunnel at the airport.
Mark Reynolds, group chairman and chief executive of Mace said: “The introduction of our new robot colleague, Dave, at Heathrow is a fantastic demonstration of the future of our industry. Robots will never replace people in construction – but this pilot shows how they have the potential to drive greater efficiency, capture records digitally and improve safety and delivery.”
