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Robot collapsed due to exhaustion after working non-stop for 20 hours

Wednesday, 26/04/2023, 14:29 (GMT+7)

After a video of a robot collapsing at the end of a long workday went viral. The disturbing footage has sparked discussions about the safety and well-being of robots working in industries such as manufacturing and distribution.

A robot made by Agility Robotics, named 'Digit', collapsed after working continuously for 20 hours during an exhibition in Chicago, Illinois.

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Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter

The video of the fallen robot went viral on social media. The 'Digit' robot is specifically designed for use in warehouses and distribution centers to perform tasks safely in spaces designed for people.

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Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter
Robot collapsed due to exhaustion after working non-stop for 20 hours 3
Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter

The company claimed that the robot had achieved a 99% success rate during the 20-hour live demos, although it did take a few falls.

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Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter
Robot collapsed due to exhaustion after working non-stop for 20 hours 5
Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter

Robots are designed to perform repetitive tasks that are dangerous or tedious for humans.

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Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter
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Image Credits: Agility Robotics/Twitter

However, like any machine, robots require proper maintenance and rest to avoid breakdowns, as was the case with the collapsed 'Digit' robot in the viral video.

Watching the video below: