About the Battlefield Extraction-Assist Robot (BEAR)

JOB soldiers on the battlefield even more facilitated. Especially with the Battlefield Extraction-Assist Robot (BEAR) is able to save the wounded soldiers during the firefight.

BEAR feet equipped trackpad which allowed him to walk and even climb the stairs. Tracks energy source comes from the electric motor capable of moving up to 10 meters per hour. In addition, BEAR has legs balancing dynamic behavior (DBB). This feature allows BEAR balancing in various positions.

Upper body hydraulic system is equipped BEAR. With arms that feature, BEAR able to carry the load to about 272 kg. Each arm consists of three hydraulic pistons that can be spun by six degrees.

The first piston is located in the forearm. Function, control the movement of the waist. The second piston is located in the upper arm, elbow movement controls. It's similar to the work biceps and triceps muscles in the human body. The third piston is connected to the shoulder and is located between the chest cavity.

However, BEAR not move independently. He remained controlled remotely human. The operator can see the state of the environment around BEAR through cameras and microphones. Operators victim can communicate with the robot rescued through speakers and microphone.

Until now, BEAR is still phase completion. Really new products ready by 2015. BEAR plans to take over the biggest problem in the war. Besides useful in military situations, BEAR will be very involved in civil applications, such as the health industry or SAR.