Conference
Canine Assisted Robot Deployment for Urban Search and Rescue
Abstract
In Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) operations the search for survivors must occur before rescue operations can proceed. Two methods that can be used to search in rubble are trained search dogs and specialized response robots (sometimes called rescue robots). Rescue robots are used to collect information about trapped people within a disaster like a collapsed building. Information from them can help first responders plan and execute a rescue …
Authors
Tran J; Ferworn A; Gerdzhev M; Ostrom D
Pagination
pp. 1-6
Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Publication Date
July 1, 2010
DOI
10.1109/ssrr.2010.5981564
Name of conference
2010 IEEE Safety Security and Rescue Robotics