Move over, manual labor—China’s mining industry just leveled up! 🎮 The country has unveiled its first intelligent rock-drilling robot, blending gaming-like controls with industrial muscle to automate dangerous mining tasks. Developed by Xingfa Group, this tech is already hard at work in Hubei Province’s Shuangkouping Phosphate Mine.
Imagine controlling a 53-hole drilling operation with just a joystick and mouse? 💻 Workers like Li Daoyong, a 10-year mining veteran, say it’s like “playing a video game” but with real-world impact. Gone are the days of sweat-drenched manual drilling or nerve-wracking machine operation. Now, crews operate remotely, boosting safety and precision.
“Before, we’d soak our clothes with sweat,” Li told media. “Now, automation handles the heavy lifting.” This leap forward could redefine global mining standards while protecting workers—a win for both productivity and people.
