PIAP - EOD / IEDD, Search and HAZMAT Handling robots

PIAP (Industrial Research Institute for Automation and Measurements) was established in 1965. From the beginning PIAP has carried out its mission to solve technical problems. The main area of PIAP’s activity is the implementation of specialised tasks within the scope of widely understood automation, robotics and industrial test equipment.

PIAP is also manufacturer of mobile robots designed for inspection, transportation and neutralisation of hazardous devices. EOD / IEDD robots, EXPERT, INSPECTOR and SCOUT, have been designed in cooperation with end users and security specialists.

Our mobile robots, as well as special equipment devices, have a very good reputation among users and each time we display their capabilities at international exhibitions they arouse great interest. Moreover, since 2000, our robots have received many prizes and tributes in Poland and abroad for innovations in hi-tech security products.

EXPERT – EOD /IEDD SEARCH AND INSPECTION ROBOT FOR CONFINED SPACES

EXPERT’s construction is unique because of its special design adapted for operation inside means of transport (airplanes, buses, trains, ships) and other kinds of confined spaces. The construction combines two contradictory needs: small mobile platform enables manoeuvring in tight places and simultaneously the manipulator has large range and load. Front caterpillars ensure stability of the structure during surmounting high obstacles and stairs.

Foldable lateral stabilizers enable solid lock of the mobile platform, which allows safe lifting of considerable loads and precise operation of the robot manipulator even during maximum lateral reach of its arm. Stabilizers can be dismounted to make the mobile platform 8cm thinner.

The range of the manipulator with the gripping device amounts to three meters. The exceptionally long reach of the upper arm allows inspection of space both at the level of overhead lockers for passenger luggage and under passenger seats.

EXPERT is equipped with six video cameras. Four colour cameras are distributed on the gripper. The main camera on the manipulator may be turned completely around by 360° and 90° vertically. Additionally two colour cameras are placed on the sides of the front caterpillars, this enables the inspection at low levels, e.g. under seats.

The operator’s post allows simultaneous control of all drives. An auto-diagnosis system constantly checks if there are any faults and shows special warnings on a supplementary LCD screen. Most of the robot and manipulator’s cables are routed inside the structure, thus reducing the risk of damage.

INSPECTOR ROBOT – HEAVY LOAD AND HAZMAT CARRYING ROBOT

INSPECTOR, in its class, has got strong towing, lifting capacity of manipulator and traction property in various terrain. The INSPECTOR can tow vehicles left in any gear of a mass of up to 1,500kg. The front caterpillar track increases traction, longitudinal stability and enables smooth motion on stairs, as well as highly uneven terrain.

The manipulator is able to lift 30kg on extended arms and 60kg on folded arms. The turn of the manipulator base is more than 360º, which increases the operational capabilities and allows for the safe transportation of hazardous loads.

Constant spatial orientation of the object placed in the gripper, irrespective of the movement of other manipulator arms enables the safe transport of hazardous devices.

The control system allows a simultaneous control of all drives. A program for automatic folding of the manipulator down into a transportable position speeds up and makes easier preparation of the robot for transport.

SCOUT ROBOT – SMALL INSPECTION ROBOT

SCOUT is a new product, a small robot for fast inspection difficult to reach spaces, e.g. car chassis.

EXPLORER DEVICE – REMOTE VIEWING SYSTEM

EXPLORER DEVICE is a remote viewing system especially designed for visual inspection of difficult to reach and high-risk tight spaces, such as vehicles and suspicious packages.