British scientists are developing a system consisting of a VR headset and a medical robot to provide first aid to wounded soldiers on the battlefield. говорится in a report from Sheffield University.
Researchers say medical personnel away from the front lines will be able to wear virtual reality headsets and operate devices such as robotic surgeons.
Resources to aid wounded soldiers are currently limited. On the front line, military medics often undertake work under significant risk. If a patient requires further care, moving them to a safe location with proper conditions can take hours or days.
The telepresence system under development will allow medical staff to use the robot to collect data without going out onto the battlefield. Such machines are capable of taking swabs and blood samples, measuring temperature and arterial blood pressure.
The device will also be able to send photographs and videos of injuries to remote medical workers, enabling them to assess and, if possible, treat the patient remotely.
Co-director of the project Sanya Dogramadze says the initiative is a lifeline.
“The development of a remotely controlled robotic system will significantly reduce the risks faced by military personnel on the front line. Our platform uses the latest technologies and integrates them in a way that has not existed before,” she said.
Researchers plan to test the system in a realistic scenario and demonstrate the technology’s potential to save lives in the future.
Earlier in October, there were reports of illness among soldiers due to the use of Hololens headsets.
In the same month, the Israeli army deployed an autonomous turret at a refugee camp on the West Bank.
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