Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Anti-Termites Robot

They never stop coming up with new technological advancements in the fight against the white little bug(ger)s. The last post here was about using RFID fighting termites. Well, now they're using a robot with thermal sensors!

Hasta la vista, termites. Due for release later this year, the Termibot carries video and thermal imaging cameras where human pest controllers can't go. When a telltale heat or moisture signature is detected, Termicam breaks termite nests open to confirm the infestation, then pumps pest control chemicals directly into the source. It's an ingenious non-invasive pest control device - but its appeal won't be limited to exterminators.

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