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Snowslide-Scouring Choppers

The Airborne Avalanche Rescue System Locates Burried Victims

— November 11, 2011 — Tech
When it comes to saving the lives of skiers and mountaineerers beneath masses of upset snow and ice, just finding the victims can be more than half the battle. The Airborne Avalanche Rescue System offers human search initiatives a helping hand in the form of an agile unmanned helicopter that can quickly scope out the scene ahead.

Inventor Tatjana Rolle explains that her hi-tech hovering droid is equipped with an ultrasonic sensor and precise GPS navigation and RECCO systems. The airborne robot has the ability to survey extensive sites swiftly, detect movement below, communicate locations to its base station and aid team, as well as dispense a brightly colored dye upon the snow where victims are trapped. The Airborne Avalanche Rescue System (AARS) makes the job easier for people within the assistance effort.
Trend Themes
1. Airborne Avalanche Rescue System - Innovative drones with ultrasonic sensors, GPS and RECCO systems aid in avalanche search and rescue operations.
2. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in Search and Rescue - Autonomous drones equipped with advanced technology streamline the search and rescue process in mountainous areas.
3. Advanced Sensors for Disaster Response - Ultrasonic sensors and GPS systems can be utilized in other natural disaster scenarios to improve situational awareness and speed up rescue efforts.
Industry Implications
1. Search and Rescue - The development of the Airborne Avalanche Rescue System offers an opportunity to increase effectiveness of search and rescue teams in mountainous and avalanche-prone areas.
2. Drone Manufacturers - Companies specializing in drones and unmanned aerial vehicles can capitalize on the growing demand for aerial search and rescue technology.
3. Emergency Management Services - Integrating advanced sensors and unmanned aerial vehicles into emergency response protocols can help improve disaster response times and save more lives.
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