Capgemini and Orano Launch Hoxo, the First Intelligent Humanoid Robot for the Nuclear Sector
Capgemini and Orano have introduced Hoxo, an AI-powered humanoid robot, at the Orano Melox site in Gard. Designed to assist teams working in nuclear environments, Hoxo is entering a four-month testing phase to evaluate its capabilities in this sensitive sector.
Hoxo’s Role and Capabilities
Unveiled at the Orano Melox School of Trades, Hoxo is the first humanoid robot tailored specifically for the nuclear industry. It features onboard artificial intelligence and advanced sensors, enabling it to perform complex technical tasks either independently or in collaboration with human teams.
- The tests will validate Hoxo’s ability to inspect potentially contaminated surfaces.
- It will also handle small objects during routine operations.
Strategic Importance and Industry Impact
Capgemini highlights this project as a convergence of industrial vision, robotics, and AI, aiming to transform human-machine cooperation in critical environments. Alexandre Embry, Vice President and CTIO of Capgemini, describes «physical artificial intelligence» as a new driver of performance in the nuclear sector.
«Physical artificial intelligence» — Alexandre Embry, Vice President and CTIO, Capgemini
By integrating Hoxo, the partners pursue a dual goal: enhancing safety and boosting operational efficiency within nuclear sites. The robot’s mobility and precision help operators by automating repetitive and low-value tasks while limiting their exposure to hazardous areas.
Project Testing and Future Prospects
Orano Melox engineers will conduct thorough testing over four months to ensure Hoxo meets safety and technical standards. Success could pave the way for wider adoption of intelligent humanoid robots in nuclear and other sensitive industries.
Author's summary: Hoxo, the first AI humanoid robot for nuclear sites, begins testing to improve safety and efficiency by automating complex, repetitive tasks while protecting workers from hazards.