[ News listing ](/en/news " News listing") 09 Jan. 2025 ## Dexter's Story: From Fusion Reactors to Fukushima and Beyond #### Dexter's journey is a testament to how far we've come in tackling the world's toughest industry challenges ![JET](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/default/public/image/2025/01/iStock-1463916230.jpg.webp?itok=MiyaSexi) **The Early Days:** Developed by Oxford Technologies in the 2000s, evolving from the MASCOT manipulator used at the Joint European Torus (JET) for precision maintenance inside fusion reactors. - Technological and Operational Advancements: - Lightweight design for precise, long-distance movement - Haptic-first system with robust high-performance capability - Compatible with the highest radioactive environments - Programmable controls for weight compensation and force scaling - Digital twin integration for remote operation and training - Mobile design for navigating various terrains and spaces ![Dexter and boom at Fukushima](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/default/public/image/2025/01/MHI%20Investigation%20in%20cell.jpg.webp?itok=RUhCTy64) **Fukushima Cleanup:** A key technology in investigating damaged reactors and retrieving radioactive debris for safer decommissioning - all controlled from a safe distance. ![Automated Sort & Seg](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/default/public/image/2025/01/Sort%20%26%20Seg.png.webp?itok=7jdiga4A) **Automated Sort and Segregation:** Combining haptic telemanipulation with AI for autonomous waste management, allowing for remote intervention when needed. **Now, it's your turn to Challenge Dexter! 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