The project involves using robots on the same principle as canary birds were used in mines.
Robots rather than firefighters could soon be the first to enter dangerous building, if a European research project – headed by researchers at Sheffield Hallam University – comes to fruition.
The project involves using robots on the same principle as canary birds were used to detect gas in the early days of coal mining. The robots will be armed with an array of sensors and cameras, and would enter buildings to help assess their structural soundness, as well as detecting airborne gases and chemicals.
In a separate development, South Wales firefighters (pictured left) are now able to view on screens in their vehicles detailed plans of all public buildings in Caerphilly. The data includes the layout of the buildings, location of fire doors and escape routes, and information on hazardous materials.
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