ARGO is the robotic inspection platform developed by Next Generation Robotics to transform rolling stock maintenance.
Designed for underbody train inspection, ARGO enables operators to perform faster, safer, and more reliable inspections while collecting structured visual data for predictive maintenance.
From depots to live rail environments, ARGO helps maintenance teams reduce downtime, improve traceability, and digitize critical inspection workflows.
Based on innovative and patented solutions, ARGO robots have the capability to move under the rolling stocks both in inspection pits and standard rails and to acquire detailed information and visual images on the underbody of trains for predictive maintenance procedures.
In addition to underbody inspection, ARGO can be used to perform End-of-Line (EOL) testing on train carriages, verifying the presence of all required components and carrying out visual inspection to detect anomalies before the carriages enter service.
- Improve operator safety through remote inspections
- Capture high-quality images and inspection data
- Build a foundation for AI-driven predictive maintenance
- Standardize maintenance procedures across fleets
- Operate on pits, standard rails, and multiple environment
Components
Datasheet
Modular design
Multiple configurations available
Customizable modules
Inspection procedures
Remotely teleoperated
Automatic scanning procedures
Total Weight
Less than 60Kg each module (4 modules)
Dimensions
2934x1497x190 mm
Motion Safety
2x Collision avoidance LiDARs
2x Safety Bars
1x Remote e-stop
Inspection sensors
4x RGB-D Cameras
1x Robotic arm camera
Inspection Arm
1x Pan&Tilt camera
Motion up to 600mm above iron plane
Autonomy
10 hours
Replaceable battery
Charge Time
3 hours Inside track docking station available
Environment
Compatible with the majority of the rail standards
Protection
IP 65
Remote Control
Web Application
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ARGO can perform remote train undercarriage inspection by safely moving under a train without any risk of collision. It can be remotely operated by a person that can launch automatic scanning procedures or manually teleoperate the robot to take pictures or videos.
ARGO can move thanks to a patented motion system based on wheels rolling on the inner side of the rail. Thanks to its advanced motion system, ARGO can run on any profile and overcome obstacles on the rail.
ARGO can be used on standard rail profile, both on tracks with ballast and on inspection pits.
ARGO creates inspection pits where there is none. It can help you improving the traceability and repeatability of maintenance and inspection procedures, enabling predictive maintenance algorithms.
ARGO gathers precious reliable and repeatable data on trains thanks to its sensors. These data are collected into digitized inspection records that can be used to develop specific AI based predictive maintenance algorithms.
ARGO is a versatile and modular platform that can integrate any sensor you need for undercarriage inspection. Base ARGO modules are designed for visual inspection, furthermore, the modularity design allows to easily customize the product on your sensor requirements.