Meet Spot, the first robot to get its own employee number at Norwegian oil producer Aker BP ASA. Developed by Boston Dynamics Inc., the robot is set to start patrolling Aker BP’s oil and gas ...

(SOUNDBITE) (English) BP FACILITIES TECHNOLOGY MANAGER, ADAM BALLARD, SAYING: "Several hours a day, several operators will walk the facility; read gauges; listen for noise that doesn't sound right; ...

Boston Dynamics put its nimble four-legged robot called Spot up for sale in September last year, and its unique abilities are catching the attention of oil companies looking toward a future of ...

Oil rigs can be incredibly dangerous, making the structures an ideal target for automation. To that end, oil producer Aker BP and AI software company Cognite have announced plans to test several ...

Minecraft player showcases intricate oil rig build, encompassing attention to detail using in-game items. Impressive oil rig includes a detailed interior and took only two weeks to build. A talented ...