How Orano & Capgemini's Robots Could Change Nuclear Energy
Orano and Capgemini have introduced Hoxo, an AI-driven humanoid robot, at the Melox facility in France to improve nuclear operations and industrial efficiency.
Introduction of Hoxo in Nuclear Sector
The robot Hoxo is deployed at the Orano Melox Ecole des Métiers in Gard, France, and is described as the first intelligent humanoid robot specifically designed for nuclear environments.
Technological Features
- Hoxo integrates embedded AI, advanced sensors, and autonomous navigation.
- It undergoes a four-month testing period to assess mobility, precision, and AI-based operational performance.
- The robot has real-time perception and can perform technical tasks alongside human teams.
- Its design allows replication of human movements, enhancing capability in difficult nuclear intervention scenarios.
"This project, led by our AI Robotics & Experiences Lab, embodies the convergence of robotics, artificial intelligence, computer vision and digital twins," says Pascal Brier, Chief Innovation Officer at Capgemini and member of the Group Executive Committee. "It redefines human-machine interaction in sensitive environments and pushes the boundaries of industrial automation."
Hoxo’s capabilities aim to advance safety and efficiency in nuclear facility operations through seamless collaboration with humans and precise task execution.
Author’s summary: Hoxo, the AI-powered humanoid robot by Orano and Capgemini, pioneers new standards in nuclear facility automation and safety through advanced robotics and AI integration.