HANGZHOU, CN / ACCESS Newswire / December 3, 2025 / In the Yimeng revolutionarybase, the vast power grid resembles the lifeblood of the city's operation, with the 220kV Xianggong Substation serving as a crucial hub within this network. However, as the grid scale continues to expand and equipment complexity increases, traditional manual inspection methods face unprecedented challenges. Inspection personnel endure long hours of laborious work, confronting observation blind spots and safety risks in complex equipment areas. In response to rising power supply reliability demands, State Grid Linyi Power Supply Company has partnered with DEEP Robotics to introduce a cooperative inspection system comprising the LYNX M20 wheeled-legged robot and the X30 quadruped robot, establishing an "intelligent defense line" for grid operations and maintenance.
Dual-Robot Cooperation: Intelligent Integration of Terrain Adaptation and Rapid Response
X30 Robot Dog Conducting Inspection inside Xianggong Substation
Within the dense and complex terrain of Xianggong Substation, traditional inspections struggle to achieve comprehensive coverage. Addressing this, the X30 quadruped robot leverages its bionic quadruped structure to nimbly traverse various obstacles and access difficult-to-reach equipment corners. Equipped with a high-precision intelligent robotic arm and a multi-sensor system, the X30 accurately performs routine inspection tasks such as infrared temperature measurement and equipment status checks within the station.
LYNX M20 Robot Dog Conducting Inspection inside Xianggong Substation
In scenarios requiring rapid response and large-area inspection, the LYNX M20 wheeled-legged robot demonstrates its unique value. Its distinctive wheeled-legged fusion design combines the obstacle-crossing capability of legged robots with the movement efficiency of wheeled robots. In practical operation, the LYNX M20 reaches speeds of up to 2 meters per second, easily surmounting obstacles 80 cm high. Integrated with AI autonomous navigation technology, it achieves efficient delivery of tools, spare parts, and other supplies, successfully reducing the inspection cycle by two-thirds.
Through a cloud platform enabling real-time data synchronization and task coordination, the two robots form a complete intelligent inspection solution. Staff noted that in practical application, this dual-robot cooperative mode effectively addresses the traditional inspection pain points of manpower shortage and low efficiency, realizing a closed-loop operation of "rapid inspection + precise inspection."
Technology Empowerment: The O&M Revolution from "Manual Patrols" to "Intelligent Inspection"
Facing complex substation conditions including humidity, dust, and significant daily and seasonal temperature variations, DEEP Robotics' robots demonstrate exceptional environmental adaptability and operational stability. With an IP67 protection rating and an operating temperature range of -20°C to 55°C, the robots operate reliably through seasonal changes and in high-temperature cable environments. Even in inspection scenarios with complex lighting conditions, DEEP Robotics' robot dogs maintain precise navigation and autonomous operation. Their high payload capacity also provides ample space for carrying various professional detection equipment, further expanding application scenarios.
The quadruped robot dog is the 'equipment detective,' delving into corners for infrared thermometry, specializing in diagnosing tricky problems; the wheeled-legged robot dog is the 'all-round pioneer,' overcoming obstacles, understanding commands, achieving efficient delivery." Practical application by the operational staff of State Grid Linyi Power Supply Company's Substation Operation and Maintenance Center fully validated that the dual-robot cooperative mode effectively solves the pain points of labor-intensive and inefficient traditional inspections. The LYNX M20 wheeled-legged robot handles rapid general surveys across "areas," while the X30 quadruped robot focuses on in-depth diagnosis of specific "points," forming a "rapid inspection + precise inspection" closed loop that enables all-weather monitoring and early hazard warning for critical equipment.
Staff Receiving Information via the Intelligent Inspection Platform
This cooperative model of "quadrupeds for diagnosis, wheeled-legs for response" not only effectively substitutes human labor but also drives the evolution of the operational model from "manual patrols" to "intelligent inspection." Maintenance personnel are thus freed from high-intensity, high-risk tasks, shifting towards higher-value analytical and decision-making work.
Currently, DEEP Robotics has successfully promoted its "Multi-Robot Cooperative" power inspection solution to various scenarios, including substations and utility tunnels, achieving an 85% market share in the power industry. This solution not only significantly enhances inspection efficiency and coverage precision but also builds an all-weather, intelligent security perimeter for urban core infrastructure, propelling power operations and maintenance into a new era characterized by efficient cooperation and rapid response.
Company: DEEP Robotics
Contact: Vivian Chen
Email: chenlingjia@deeprobotics.cn
Website: https://www.deeprobotics.cn/en
SOURCE: DEEP Robotics
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