A smart helmet that could help firefighters quickly locate people trapped in smoke-filled buildings is being developed by researchers at the new National Robotarium.
The pioneering technology combines feeds from thermal cameras, radar and inertial sensors mounted on a standard-issue firefighting helmet to allow firefighters to quickly map their surroundings, navigate hazardous environments and efficiently locate fire-scene victims.
The device is a collaboration between the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and researchers at the National Robotarium, a world-leading centre for robotics and artificial intelligence hosted by Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh.
The announcement of this ground-breaking research comes as the National Robotarium officially opened its doors to the state-of-art £22.4 million facility in Edinburgh today.
Indigo Stafford reports
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