T7 Bomb Destroying Robots

T7 Bomb Destroying Robots

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The U.S. Air Force has selected L3Harris Technologies robots to help protect its bases around the world with a 10-year, $85 million, contract to develop up to 170 T7 robots to replace its existing 20-year-old Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) system to help protect its bases globally. Initial deliveries are scheduled for 2022 in which the deal covers robots, system support, maintenance, and training.

In general, high-definition cameras, data linkages, an adjustable manipulation arm, and tank-like all-terrain treads are among the features of the system. It also employs a “haptic feedback” mechanism to provide the operator with a sense of the robot’s touch, allowing them to better comprehend the defused object.

For this reason, this 322 kg robot vehicle is geared for heavier missions like neutralizing vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices and is able to operate for up to eight hours at a maximum speed of 8 km per hour.

Additionally, the T7 provides the ideal balance of strength and durability, allowing EOD missions to be completed without the need for expensive repairs. The robot is designed to work in harsh environments and can handle high-calibre EOD disruptors. Its one-of-a-kind haptic grip controller helps maintains the precision required for difficult tasks and to keeping soldiers safe.

In regards to the distinctions, the T7 robot system has the strength and dexterity to tackle any challenge. Its rugged, automotive-grade track system provides outstanding mobility and manoeuvrability.

Standard-issue sensors, disruptors, and tools can be used with a number of attachments to serve a wide range of commercial and military objectives.

Moreover, the cameras on the controller can increase the accuracy from a broad range to an overhead up-close range. According to Harris, the robot was produced with the help of hundreds of users. “It is very intuitive interface redefines ease of use with dynamic force feedback,” This means if the arm collide with the ground or an object, the user holding the control can feel that too, which improves the dexterity of the system.

According to Bosscher, senior scientist and chief engineer for L3Harris Technologies, the US Air Force, like its ally across the globe, will most likely use some of these T7 robots for training missions as well as on domestic and overseas sites.

For your information, in 2018, the T7 systems are already in use by the Ministry of Defence of the United Kingdom to “neutralize a wide range of explosive threats. The British army purchased 122 of them as part of Project STARTER to replace its old EOD fleet.

The order comes as L3Harris exhibits the T7 and other robotic technologies at the Defence and Security Equipment International conference in London, United Kingdom.