A young researcher from Atyrau has developed an intelligent robotic platform ARGUS, QazMonitor reports.
The project was created by master’s student Almaz Kadyrbek under the supervision of Professor Akmaral Konarbayeva. The development is a complex high-tech solution combining modern engineering approaches.
The idea for the project originated during Kadyrbek’s undergraduate studies. As part of a dual education program, he worked at an industrial site, where he encountered challenges in transporting heavy electric motors. This experience formed the basis for creating a robotic platform designed to address such tasks.
A key feature of the robot is its 8×8 wheel configuration, which ensures high mobility across rough terrain, including sandy and rocky surfaces. Each wheel is equipped with an individual electric drive, significantly improving maneuverability and stability.
At industrial facilities, particularly in the oil and gas sector, many areas pose risks to human workers. In such environments, ARGUS can replace human involvement. The remotely controlled system enables the transportation of equipment between production sites and warehouses, helping reduce logistics costs. In the future, the robot is expected to be equipped with a fully autonomous navigation system capable of independent decision-making.
The project has received recognition both at the university and national levels. At the “New Era of Industrial Robotics” competition, held with the support of Samruk-Kazyna, ARGUS was ranked among the top projects out of 252 entries.
A demonstration prototype is currently under assembly. The mechanical structure has been completed, and integration of drive modules is underway. The developer also plans to expand into unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) development, with initial research and design stages already in progress.