Demonstrating Autonomous Industrial Operations with Cognite Atlas AI™

At Cognite, we’re not just envisioning the future of industrial AI—we’re building it. With Cognite Atlas AI™ and our advanced industrial agents, autonomous operations are no longer a distant possibility; they are happening today. By integrating cutting-edge AI with robotics and our proven Cognite Data Fusion® capabilities, we demonstrate how industrial organizations can streamline workflows, enhance safety, and reduce downtime.

This blog looks at a practical example of Atlas AI agents transforming critical industrial workflows in real time.

Troubleshooting with an Atlas AI Agent

Imagine you’re troubleshooting a critical equipment failure within Cognite’s Industrial Canvas. Your Atlas AI agent is your digital assistant, analyzing historical data and identifying potential root causes. However, a key piece of information is missing—a real-time image of a component or the latest reading from an analog gauge.

Instead of dispatching a technician to the field—a process that might involve significant delays or safety risks—you simply instruct your Atlas AI agent to collect the missing data. Here’s what happens next:

1. Request an Assessment: Your request is processed through a conversational interface within the Industrial Canvas. For example, you ask, “Can you capture a thermal image of the main pump in Unit B?”
2. Resource Identification: The AI agent assesses the available resources on-site. It identifies robots capable of fulfilling the request, such as Boston Dynamics’ Spot or ANYbotics’ ANYmal, equipped with the necessary sensors and cameras.

1. Mission Planning and Execution: The agent formulates a mission plan and sends instructions to Cognite’s industrial robotics tools. The robot autonomously navigates to the designated location and captures the required data—whether it’s thermal images, gauge readings, or acoustic recordings.

1. Data Integration and Contextualization: The collected data is immediately ingested into Cognite Data Fusion®. Images are processed, readings are converted into time-series data points, and all information is contextualized within the digital twin model. This enriched dataset is instantly accessible in Industrial Canvas.

With the missing data now available, your team can complete the troubleshooting process, identify the root cause, and implement a solution—all without delays or unnecessary risks.

The Impact

This seamless integration of Cognite Atlas AI™ and robotics delivers significant benefits:

With the most comprehensive Industrial AI capabilities and a prebuilt AI architecture for rapid implementation, Cognite enables industrial organizations to bridge the gap between digital insights and physical action, paving the way for fully autonomous operations.

To see more Atlas AI agents in action, watch our latest product tour or reach out to our product experts today and get started.