Extend Robotics – Bringing VR-Controlled Robots to Truck Assembly

Imagine building powerful trucks with a robot… controlled by a mechanic wearing a VR headset. It might sound futuristic — but it’s already happening.

Extend Robotics recently completed a successful trial at Leyland Trucks’ factory in Preston. Using virtual reality, operators could control humanoid robots in real time, tackling high-risk tasks like installing high-voltage components — without ever suiting up in protective gear.

These tasks normally take time and come with safety risks. But with VR teleoperation, they were done smoothly — and safely — in just a few minutes.

Even first-timers were surprised at how intuitive it felt. “It’s like your hand is that hand,” one said. No training montage required.

Extend Robotics also demoed AI systems that can learn from experienced staff — showing promise for future automation and safety improvements.

From hands-on to hands-free, Leyland and Extend Robotics are driving the future of manufacturing — one robot at a time.

“Extend Robotics – Safer. Smarter. Seamless.”

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