Conduct on-scene operations remotely without endangering responders

There are multiple tasks that can be directed from a safe distance to improve the health and safety of

Sudden, urgent, usually unexpected occurrence or event requiring immediate action.
Note 1 to entry: An emergency is usually a disruption or condition that can often be anticipated or prepared for, but seldom exactly foreseen.

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responders. Responders would like solutions that are able to do the following:

• Perform gross motor tasks (e.g., lifting, pushing, pulling);
• Perform missions in hazardous atmospheres;
• Perform missions in locations that are difficult for humans to reach; and
• Perform intricate tasks (e.g., drum opening).

Addressing this The means to accomplish one or more tasks under specific conditions.

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Difference between the existing capabilities of responders and what was actually needed for effective and timely response.

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may involve multiple types ofsystems. If the potential solution is mobile, responders are interested in systems that they can control from a hand-held unit or a virtual reality headset. Components may include a fine-motor manipulator, capacity for heavy labor tasks, threat disruptors, or other payloads. Such solutions should be able to navigate multiple and varied environments. However, addressing this Difference between the existing capabilities of responders and what was actually needed for effective and timely response.

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may also include fixed installations or sensor-activated systems. The growth of Internet of things (IoT) devices provides significant opportunity to address this gap. Responders would like the ability to view the tasks being performed by the systems. Depending on task, autonomous execution or

(Human) operator
Person engaged in task performance, considered as a monitoring, controlling or directing element in a system or process capable of a dynamic response to system inputs and disturbances.

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controlled execution may be appropriate. Example tasks that may be addressed with a remote system include search and rescue, hazardous materials (HAZMAT) operations, fire suppression, communications support, and tactical operations. Responders would prefer multi-purpose platforms when possible.