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The future of inspection robotics

A biologically inspired robotic platform designed with dexterity, mobility and data capture in mind. Leveraging the power of machine learning technology and autonomous systems, the Magneto range of platforms delivers a new age of remote inspection to working robotics.

Magneto platforms are developed with an agnostic approach to sensor integration and development, allowing users across a wide range of sectors to further develop bespoke solutions specific to their needs.

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Driven by safety

Magneto represents the next generation of maintenance and inspection robots that can minimise risk and increase safety in industrial work environments to ensure workforce protection, particularly around confined space entry.

 

Confined space entry (CSE) work is one of the most frequent, yet hazardous activities undertaken in industrial workplaces. Despite the regularity of confined space entry and work, the number of serious or fatal injuries associated with confined space scenarios is trending up in some countries, while in other countries incidents have not reduced in more than two decades.

Powered by Technology

Research and development of artificial technology (AI) technology specifically tailored to industrial environments has honed Magneto’s ability to eliminate CSE in industrial workplaces altogether. With cutting edge obstacle avoidance and object detection, Magneto is able to predict and anticipate navigation and detection issues semi-autonomously, removing the need for humans to enter high risk settings.

Industry Partnership

After the early prototype of Magneto was developed and demonstrated by CSIRO’s Data61 Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group, Data61 partnered with Nexxis, an Australian organisation specialising in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) equipment, pipe inspection cameras and laser alignment tools, to bring Magneto to market. It is the culmination of commercial industry knowledge and proven research partners that has facilitated rapid prototyping and deployment of the Magneto platform. 

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intelligent navigation

With inbuilt AI capable of completely autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance and intelligent inspection, the Magneto platform offers a truly hands-free solution to asset maintenance and data collection tasks.

 

 

Magneto is controlled using a software stack developed at Nexxis in close collaboration with CSIRO’s Data61. The stack is built using an open source software platform Robotics Operating System (ROS) allowing easy integration of additional devices like cameras, sensors and actuators to create a combined robotic system.

Specific to Magneto are drivers controlling the actuation of each limb. This software is capable of handling a varied amount of legs, with independent degrees of freedom (DOF) depending on the use case.

 

 

Location and environment mapping software used in Magneto was developed by Nexxis with collaboration with Data61 for the DARPA Subterranean Challenge, which is used for autonomous exploration in confined space environments.

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Advanced Adhesion

Offering electromagnetic traction, the platforms are capable of navigating ferrous surfaces with autonomy and ease.

Technology Driven Inspection

Utilising cutting edge AI, the multi-legged Magneto uses advanced localisation and object detection to improve autonomous navigation and acquire inspection data.

Motion & Dexterity

With an unparalleled 6 degrees-of-freedom, the dexterity of Magneto allows inspection of extremely complex structures.

 

Starting with the fundamentals of movement, Magneto is designed to step away from traditional track and wheel-based robotic systems towards a biomechanically inspired electromagnetic-legged walking platform. 

 

Magneto’s development allows it to perform difficult and complex movements and tasks in industrial environments.

Traversing horizontal to vertical surfaces

CLIMBING I-BEAMS

Climbing over gussets & baffles

TRAVERSING CURVED SURFACES

Inspect & navigate pipe racks

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  • 6 DoF

    With an unparalleled 6-degrees-of-freedom, the dexterity of the Magneto platform allows inspection of extremely complex structures.

  • DIGITAL TWIN

    Combined with Argus 3D SLAM, Magneto is able to capture incredibly detailed digital twin models allowing engineers and operators to make predictive decisions on asset maintenance and inspection.

  • MACHINE LEARNING

    The Magneto platform leverages bespoke machine-leaning based predictive analytics and distributed processing capabilities for asset maintainence and monitoring.

  • ACCESS ALL AREAS

    With unparalleled dexterity, the Magneto platform is able to access and inspect extremely complex structures with ease.

  • ADVANCED ADHESION

    Offering both an Electromagnetic (Model T) and Suction-based (Model S) platform, the Magneto is capable of navigating both ferrous and non-ferrous surfaces.

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The flagship autonomous Magneto system has a load capacity of 5.8kg, allowing the widest range of inspection modules to be fitted to the unit.

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MAGNETO + ARGUS 3D SLAM

All the benefits of the base model Magneto, with additional digital twin, site mapping, and machine vision capabilities.

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Early Adopters Program

Nexxis has established the Early Adopters Program (Program) to enable select participants test and evaluate Nexxis Technology with their own sensors in real world operational environments.  Participants are required to share data collected and lessons with Nexxis to facilitate ongoing refinement of Magneto technologies.  The Program is pre-commercial and therefore has limited participation capacity. 

When the Program ends parties may choose to graduate to a full commercial agreement when commercial-ready.

 

The Magneto platform has an open and available roadmap linked to a sophisticated leasing model designed around switching capital expenditure to operational expenditure coupled with a service agreement built around technology. Commercial agreement features include:

  • 2-5 year financial commitment

    Under a Long-Term Leasing strategy

  • Service & Maintenance

    Comprehensive hardware and software assessment

  • Software Developments & inclusions

    In line with the development roadmap

  • Hardware Upgrades & Full System Exchange

    As required according to roadmap 5.0 Optioned customer specific additions and integrations.

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