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Robots to the rescue

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Borrmann, CorneliaApril 4, 2014

The growing field of non-destructive testing is making things like bridges, buildings and railroads safer than ever before. Advances in sensor technology and robotics mean testing infrastructure is now faster and less costly than only a few years ago. Germany's Fraunhofer Institute is one of the pioneers in this crucial field.

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