New robots offer a safer and cheaper way to maintain offshore wind farms in rough seas. Researchers have developed advanced technology that allows autonomous robots to perform routine maintenance, according to an article in Tech Xplore.

One of the main challenges of offshore wind farms is ensuring precise and steady maintenance performances during turbulent seas. Currently, this process is not only expensive but dangerous for the workers involved. Helicopters, ships, and hoisting equipment are required to manage offshore wind farms and tidal turbines.