Volatus Aerospace Corp. (TSXV: VOL) (OTCQB: VLTTF) has launched the robotic crawler, Hydra. Outfitted with wear-resistant all-terrain treads and built on a solid metal chassis, the Hydra is a robotic crawler platform controlled with a rugged dual-screen remote and equipped with an easy-to-use customizable switch layout. Designed for use in a variety of applications with a wide range of payloads, it can handle challenging terrains and dangerous situations with ease, prioritizing the safety of human life.

"The Hydra was built to withstand tough conditions, like those you would encounter at mining sites and wildfires," explained Pedram Nowroozi, CTO of Volatus aerospace.

"In fact, we began development on the Hydra based on a need from one of our mining clients. They wanted to be able to go into tight and rugged spaces with a LiDAR sensor for surveying and mapping projects that would otherwise be dangerous for their crew. We are proud of what we accomplished and very excited to be making these units available commercially."

"According to Future Market Insights, smart mining technologies alone are predicted to reach $9 B by 2032 US with a CAGR of 14%," said Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace.

"The Hydra was designed to capture that market and has the capability to expand into other diverse markets like firefighting. In fact, we've already developed a model that can provide fire suppression so that firefighters can multiply their workforce when fighting complex and dangerous fires."

Customizable to fit client's exact needs, the Hydra can handle up to 120 kilograms with a standard three-hour runtime in a 2-kilometer range, with optional upgrades to increase range, including a 5G 4 SIM LTE module and a larger 6-hour battery.

Volatus' mining client has already taken delivery of their first Hydra unit. The Company is now making it available to more clients as off the shelf or a specifically customized product.

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