New generation rescue robot

A group of engineers at the future Robot Technical Center of Chiba Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan has launched a new generation rescue robot that can be used to search for victims trapped in the pile. dilapidated.

Source: youtube New rescue robot named Hibiscus, capable of locating victims with a camera applying infrared geothermal technology. The camera measures temperature, locates victims and transmits images where victims may be trapped on rescue workers.

What is special about this robot is its mobility. Hibiscus also has legs, hands like people. Unlike previous versions, each robot's arm can be independently controlled to allow the robot to move and balance in a wider range.

Hibiscus can also work underground. In addition, the robot can create a map of dangerous disaster areas and send it to the computer for processing. These maps can be used by rescue teams to ensure safety and avoid a possible second disaster. Robots like Hibiscus will be used in special situations when it is too dangerous for rescue teams.

Hibicus robots weigh about 22 kg. The future goal of engineers is to create a 20kg lighter robot. They hope to sell rescue robots in the market next year. The price for each of these robots is estimated at 3 million yen, or about 27,000 USD.