Portable robot for reconnaissance, bomb disposal fits in a backpack

Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled a new modular robot small enough to fit into a backpack that can be rolled out to conduct reconnaissance and dispose of bombs.

The SUGV 325, weighing as little as 20 pounds — about the same as a watermelon — is specifically designed for urban environments.

The tiny robot can navigate stairs and rough terrain, controlled by human operators using an Android tablet. Despite its small size, the robot can lift its own weight.

It’s fitted with an array of sensors, including long-wave infrared and stitched 360-degree cameras, giving operators a detailed view of the robot’s surroundings during deployment.

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