Mobile Robot to Clean the External Walls of Oil Tanks

Design of a Mobile Robot to Clean the External Walls of Oil Tanks 

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Robotic systems have been applied to tasks where work by humans has drawbacks like the possibility of making mistakes during repetitive tasks, low levels of precision in tasks calling for rapidity, risks of exposure to hazardous settings, or the completion of work that calls for the application of force. 

One specific application of robots is the maintenance of tanks in the industry of oil and oil derivatives. These tanks  

Because of the harsh sun, water, wind, and salt conditions these tanks are exposed to, damage to paint often results, thus reducing usable life. Consequently, these tanks constantly require both internal and external cleaning, wall inspection, and repairs. 

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