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Chinese-made DJI drones are used by Nepal's army to deliver food and recover bodies after a flood disaster, aiding in relief efforts with over 1,300 deaths reported.
Researchers from the University of Queensland and UNSW developed 'Paraborg,' cyborg cockroaches fitted with cameras and an automatic injection system for search-and-rescue and first aid in disaster zones. The study in Advanced Science demonstrates remote steering via electrical stimuli and a chemical spring mechanism to administer medication through a syringe.
This position paper discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating agentic AI into safety-critical multi-drone systems, advocating for human-centered, socio-technical design approaches to ensure trust, governance, and adoption in professional contexts.
Carnegie Mellon University deployed snake robots to assist search-and-rescue efforts in Venezuela after a devastating earthquake, showcasing their ability to navigate tight spaces in collapsed buildings.
The Deep Robotics Lynx M20S wheel-legged robot demonstrated exceptional outdoor survival capabilities by performing stable operations in extreme environments, including an altitude of 5,177 meters, deep snow, 80 cm ice rivers, -30°C temperatures, and 45-degree steep slopes.