28. Search and Rescue Robotics
Search and Rescue (SAR) Robotics provides crucial support to emergency response teams by aiding in locating and rescuing victims in hazardous environments. This chapter explores the various technologies, design considerations, and operational strategies integral to SAR robots, including their classifications, sensors, and communication systems. Furthermore, it discusses ethical concerns, challenges faced in deployment, and future trends in SAR robotics.
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28.2.2Based On Functionality
This section describes the functionality-based classification of search and...
What we have learnt
- SAR robots enhance effective response in disasters where human access is dangerous or impossible.
- Various types of SAR robots are designed based on mobility and functionality to address specific challenges in disaster scenarios.
- Understanding design considerations and technological applications is critical for the development and successful deployment of SAR robots.
Key Concepts
- -- Search and Rescue Robotics
- The application of robotic technologies specifically tailored to assist with locating and aiding victims during emergencies.
- -- Mobility Classification
- The categorization of SAR robots based on their movement capabilities, including wheeled, tracked, legged, aerial, underwater, and hybrid configurations.
- -- Sensor Technologies
- Devices utilized by SAR robots to perceive their environment, including vision sensors, proximity sensors, and biosensors.
- -- Control Systems
- The algorithms and strategies that govern a SAR robot’s movement and strategic operations, which includes teleoperation and autonomy.
- -- HumanRobot Interaction (HRI)
- The design and evaluation of the interfaces through which human operators communicate with SAR robots, ensuring effective operation and feedback.
- -- Ethical Concerns
- Issues surrounding the use of SAR robotics, such as privacy, decision-making ethics, and responsibilities in case of malfunction.
- -- Swarm Robotics
- A strategy in SAR where multiple robots work collaboratively for enhanced area coverage and task completion.
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