Bomb Disposal Robot Turns Teacher

A robot used by the Army's Bomb Disposal Unit has been on a visit to a school in Westbury.

The pupils have all been learning about computer coding at school, and were shown how the remotely controlled vehicle works.

The school said, “It was a brilliant event.  It was a unique opportunity for students and staff to see how their studies have a real role in society.  

Wheelbarrow is the bomb disposal operator's remote eyes and hands. Able to cross almost any terrain at a speed of up to 6 mph, the "barrow" can climb stairs and with an all up weight of 300kg, is more than capable of pushing a saloon car with its brakes applied.