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Minefield-clearing robot to be trialled for British Army front lines

The remote-controlled mine plough system Weevil being put through its paces (MoD/PA) - (PA Media)

A robot mine sweeper is being trialled by the British Army to eventually clear explosives on the front lines.

It is hoped the device, called WEEVIL, will replace current mine-clearing methods that require a three-person crew to operate in hazardous areas.

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