28.4. Sensor Technologies Used in SAR Robots

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are RGB cameras used for in SAR robots?

   Hint

   Think about basic photography.

2. 2.

   What do thermal cameras detect?

   Hint

   Consider low visibility scenarios.

3. 3.

   What type of camera is used in SAR robots to detect heat?

   • RGB Camera
   • Infrared Camera
   • Ultra HD Camera

   Hint

   Think about visibility conditions.

4. 4.

   True or False: LiDAR uses laser light to measure distances.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the name of the technology.

5. 5.

   Imagine a SAR robot is deployed in a chemically hazardous environment. Outline which sensors you would prioritize and why.

   Hint

   Focus on safety and efficiency in response.

6. 6.

   Design a hypothetical SAR mission scenario where a micro drone equipped with LiDAR and thermal imaging sensors would outperform traditional methods.

   Hint

   Consider challenges related to human access in recovery efforts.