ADLINK Technology and robotics developer Under Control Robotics, which now operates under the brand Noble Machines, are collaborating to deploy general-purpose robots designed for use in heavy industry, including construction and mining.
The partnership combines ADLINK’s edge artificial intelligence computing platforms with Noble Machines’ autonomy software and whole-body robotic control systems. The companies aim to develop robotic systems capable of operating in environments characterized by physical hazards, heavy materials handling, and limited labor availability.
The robotic platform is intended to perform tasks involving large payloads and complex physical movement in sectors such as construction, mining, energy, and manufacturing. These environments often require equipment capable of functioning under conditions that include dust, vibration, and temperature fluctuations.
ADLINK provides the computing hardware through its DLAP series edge AI platform, which is powered by Nvidia’s Jetson Thor system for real-time artificial intelligence processing and sensor data handling. The platform processes information from multiple sensors and cameras to enable robots to perceive their surroundings, make operational decisions, and execute physical actions.
According to the companies, the system is designed to support operation in industrial environments typical of construction and mining sites. The computing platform operates across a wide temperature range and meets IEC 60068 standards for resistance to shock and vibration, conditions frequently encountered in heavy machinery and extraction environments.
The hardware also supports high-bandwidth data transmission through multiple camera interfaces and Ethernet connections, allowing robots to process environmental data with low latency. Expansion capabilities for 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity are intended to support communication between robotic systems and remote monitoring or control systems.
The system’s power architecture is designed for mobile robotics, supporting wide voltage input to improve battery efficiency and operational stability during field deployment.
Noble Machines develops robots equipped with AI-based autonomy and whole-body control designed for bipedal movement and bi-manual manipulation. The robots are intended to perform physically demanding tasks such as moving heavy materials, handling equipment, and carrying out repetitive or hazardous work in industrial settings.
Company executives indicated that the joint development effort is intended to accelerate the deployment of autonomous systems in sectors where operations often involve safety risks for human workers. Construction and mining operations frequently involve high-risk environments, including heavy equipment operation, unstable terrain, and exposure to dust or hazardous materials.
The collaboration also focuses on addressing hardware durability and supply chain integration requirements associated with deploying robotic systems in extreme industrial conditions.
The companies said the initiative is part of a broader effort to expand automation in heavy industry, where operators are exploring robotic systems capable of performing physical tasks traditionally carried out by human labor in challenging environments.
