In Sapporo, Japan, Yarbo, a robotic snow blower already in use overseas, took part in a two-month field trial, clearing snow-covered roads and throwing snow well away from the path. It can be operated remotely via a smartphone app or contro
See moreIn Sapporo, Japan, Yarbo, a robotic snow blower already in use overseas, took part in a two-month field trial, clearing snow-covered roads and throwing snow well away from the path. It can be operated remotely via a smartphone app or controller and also supports autonomous operation. Snow removal with conventional snow blowers is physically demanding for workers. A construction company considering adoption provided the trial site, looking to assess how much of the snow-clearing work can be handed off to a robot and whether it meets real-world standards for practicality and safety. (February 2026)
