Prototype of a Compact Assistant Surveillance Robot for Search and Rescue Operations

Abstract

This paper presents a prototype of a compact, affordable mobile rescue robot that can be used to gather real-time information on difficult to reach locations during rescue operations. The prototype uses Arduino Mega 2560 as the main microcontroller, FPV camera for real-time video streaming mounted on a tilt assembly. Continuous track differential wheels were utilized for all-terrain navigation. The robot can be used in simple rescue operations such as for detecting, locating injured and characterizing obstacles in collapsed structures.