State Grid Shangqiao Claims Autonomous Deployment, Experts Cite Stability Hurdles

The power industry is preparing for embodied AI deployment but must first overcome three critical barriers: ensuring motion control stability in high-voltage environments, achieving autonomous decision-making for long-duration tasks, and mastering fine motor skills for precise operations. Industry experts note that while significant investment is planned, widespread adoption requires years of rigorous testing to transition from simulation to reliable real-world performance.

On November 3, State Grid Shangqiao Power Supply Company used autonomous robots to perform live-line maintenance tasks, including grounding ring installation, at the 10 kV Nancheng West Branch Line Pole No. 2 and Nancheng East Branch Line Pole No. 26. Since February of this year, the company has expanded robot applications to bird deterrent and fault indicator installations, completing 50 operations to reduce personnel risk and labor intensity while ensuring stable grid operation.

On November 3, State Grid Shangqiao Power Supply Company utilized teleoperated robots to perform live-line maintenance on 10 kV lines in the Nancheng and Nandong branches. Since February of the current year, the company has expanded robot applications to include installing bird deterrents and fault indicators, completing 50 operations. Ground-based remote control allows operators to avoid high-voltage zones, reducing safety risks compared to traditional aerial work.