Clogworks to Lead an InnovateUK R&D Project

As part of UK Research and Innovation’s robots for a safer world challenge, 38 business-led projects will receive funding to accelerate their robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies backed by £7 million of government support.

Science Minister Amanda Solloway announced the winning projects on Tuesday 25 May at the 2021 Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Industry Showcase (KTN website).

Clogworks Technologies Limited is delighted to announce that it is the lead partner of a consortium working on a RAI project for principal sewer tunnel inspections, along with University of Hertfordshire, Intenttech Limited and Sewer Surveys UK Ltd.

The project will develop a holistic tunnel-sewer survey system (HS3) that includes:
·a tunnel survey-specific unmanned aerial vehicle (T-suv) – UAV
·an artificial intelligence classification models (AI-CM) to analyse T-suv's videos for fault-classification
·a solution to conduct sewers inspections and produce survey reports safer and faster.

Introducing UKRI

Launched in April 2018, UKRI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).

The organisation brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, which is responsible for supporting research and knowledge exchange at higher education institutions in England, and the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK.

About the Robots for a safer world challenge

This challenge, with an investment of up to £112 million, focuses on research and innovation in advanced robotics and autonomous systems (RAS) to create a safer working world.

Many of these new technologies are operating in extreme and challenging environments which can be dangerous to work in or hard to reach.

Some of the funding is being invested in collaborative research and development demonstrator projects designed and led by UK companies, to encourage business growth by improving robotics and AI capabilities, and testing their ideas in real-world extreme environments

About Clogworks Technologies Limited

Clogworks Technologies Limited is a UAV manufacturer offering modular and adaptable highly efficient carbon fibre multi-rotor aerial drones.

We specialise in integrating different sensors/ payloads and developing solutions to meet the most demanding customers' needs in sectors such as drone deliveries, inspection and security.
We design, manufacture, assemble and fully test all our products in-house to maximise quality and precision.

About University of Hertfordshire

University of Hertfordshire has an outstanding reputation for its user-led research applicable to real world problems – It’s one of only a few UK HEIs to have been awarded a ‘European Commission HR Excellence in Research’ badge. The university provides a world-leading environment that enables collaborative and partnering research across both academics and industry to address current needs and future challenges.

It has a Big Data Technologies and Innovation laboratory, chaired by Dr Hafiz, which focuses on application of contemporary technologies (big data, artificial intelligence/machine learning, blockchain, IoT, etc.) to construction, infrastructure, business/finance, and agriculture, among others.

About Intenttech Limited

Intenttech is a software company that develops bespoke software applications that center around data analytics and applied artificial intelligence across various sectors which include petroleum engineering, building construction, e-commerce and health sector.

Intenttech Limited bridges the gap between orthodox research and industrial operations, helping in commercialization of research outcomes.

About Sewers Surveys UK Ltd

Established in 2012 and now working throughout the UK, Sewer Surveys UK Ltd provide high quality drainage services at exceptionally low costs without compromising health and safety.

We are committed to carrying out all our contracts with minimal effect on the environment.

The company was formed by Andrew Froggatt and Simon Bennett who with 37 years of experience between them have a wealth of knowledge and experience within the industry and with the backing of a highly qualified workforce and specialist equipment are able to demonstrate an excellent quality of drainage service which can be tailored to meet our clients’ needs.