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- 1MicroWatt Launches First UL Certified Hazardous Location Inspection Robot in North America▼MicroWatt Launches North America’s First UL Certified Inspection Robot for Hazardous Locations
Canadian robotics and instrumentation firm MicroWatt has launched North America's first UL Certified inspection robot designed for hazardous locations, such as oil, gas and industrial facilities where explosive atmospheres are a risk. The certification means the robot can be deployed for autonomous inspections in zones that previously required manual monitoring, improving worker safety and reducing the need for human entry into dangerous areas.
- 2Russian oil output set to fall to lowest level since 2009●🇷🇺 Russian oil production is set to fall to its lowest level since 2009 According to Le Grand Continent, Russia’s oil ou
Le Grand Continent reports that Russia's oil production is expected to drop to 494 million tonnes in 2026, down 3.4 percent from last year and the lowest level since 2009. The decline points to mounting pressure on Russia's energy sector, a key source of state revenue, with commentators weighing the economic and market consequences.
- 3Shell Builds Tiny EV With Hyper-Fast Charging Technology●Shell Built A Tiny EV With Hyper-Fast Charging And A New Cooling System
Energy giant Shell has developed a small electric vehicle featuring rapid charging capability and a novel cooling system for the battery. The project highlights Shell's continued move beyond oil and gas into electric mobility technology. Details remain limited, but the prototype's fast-charging focus and thermal management innovation are drawing attention from the automotive and energy sectors.