Ground Robot for Search and Rescue Management

Abstract

The incursion in the field of robotics represents the change of the productive matrix of Ecuador, this prototype is directed towards the field of search and rescue known as SAR (Search and Rescue), presents a versatile structure based on land mobile robots, its structure has four engines for mobilization, as well as 4 independent joints that allow it to maneuver on uneven terrain or obstacles, which also allow it to continue operating even after a rollover. The handling of this prototype is based on the use of wireless technologies such as 2.4 GHz radiofrequency modules and Wifi, so it is considered an ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) type robot; by means of the video camera and image processing techniques, the reality of the environment where the robot is moving is interpreted and from this information and control algorithms the mobile robot determines the best route to start its navigation process; which is essential for the search and rescue team.