Costing $70,000, Aurora was paid for using a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Published: Apr. 12, 2024 at 4:49 PM AKDTFAIRBANKS, Alaska - To help keep its grounds and runways secure, Fairbanks International Airport has enlisted the help of a four-legged robot.
When necessary, she will also scare off wildlife, especially birds. According to Mitchell, “particularly this time of year, in the spring, when they’re migrating in and late fall, when they’re migrating out.” However, for larger animals like moose or bears on the property, the robotic tool will stick to alerting staff of their presence by sending a signal to staff. “It’s been eons since something like that has happened, but if it does run into one, it’s not supposed to attack it because it’s a 70-pound bot in comparison to... this very large animal.
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