# Bomb-Diffusing Robots 'Resquared' Created an Incredibly Precise Army Robot for Delicate Tasks By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-05-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/army-robot References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/a-new-army-robot-has-creepily-nimble-fingers-1775487191) & [resquared](http://www.resquared.com/) The 'HDMS 551S1' is an army robot created by 'Resquared' to be sent out on bomb disposal operations. HDMS is an acronym used by the company to describe the bot's function, standing for "Highly Dexterous Manipulation System." The [small dual-arm robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doosan-robotics) has an accuracy that will grant it the ability to be sent into dangerous zones and diffuse bombs and perform other tasks. As devices built for these tasks are generally limited, the 'HDMS 551S1' has an immensely detailed manipulation system that grants it the ability to perform [dexterous tasks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muks-robotics-spaceo) and lift greater weight. Although this army robot requires human input to operate, it has small powerful grippers that can remove caps from pipes, open bags, and perform an array of other incredibly skilled motions. According to Resquared, this army robot "may eventually be used for other missions, such as Combat Engineering and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE) operations" as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Precise Bomb-diffusing Robots:** Opportunities for precision engineering in robotics to perform dexterous tasks for bomb disposal and other sophisticated operations. - **Dual-arm Army Robots:** Innovations in dual-arm robots for sophisticated military operations. - **Highly Dexterous Manipulation Systems:** New developments in highly accurate manipulation systems for robots to deliver outstanding performance. ### Where This Applies - **Military and Defense:** Military and defense industry can take advantage of the new technology to design and create sophisticated robots for bomb disposal and other dangerous situations. - **Robotics and Engineering:** Robotics and engineering industries can develop more sophisticated robots for precise and complex operations. - **Chemical and Nuclear:** Industries involved in chemical and nuclear operations can use the technology to better handle hazardous materials and perform precise operations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Mine Detection Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mine-detector-robot.md) - [Rugged Quadruped Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-quadruped-robots.md) - [Danger-Embracing Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dangerembracing-underwater-drones.md) - [Factory-Ready Cargo Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dex-autonomous-robot.md) - [Rugged Unmanned Ground Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unmanned-ground-vehicle.md) - [Diminutive Quadruped Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadruped-robot.md) - [Forest-Fostering Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualarm-robot.md) - [Sea Urchin-Sucking Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-robot.md) - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md)