China uses new scientific technologies to prevent, control novel coronavirus pneumonia

Multifunctional robots, infrared thermometers, and other technological methods are used to check identities and body temperatures of passengers at Xi’an North Railway Station in Xi’an, northwest China’s Shaanxi Province, Feb. 7, 2020. Following the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pneumonia, new scientific technologies including AI, 5G, big data, and UAV have been used in many areas of China to prevent and control the spread of the disease. (Zhang Xin/Guangming Picture)