USA - Disaster zone robot competition announced by Pentagon

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USA - Disaster zone robot competition announced by Pentagon

April 10, 2012, 08:32 PM

I thought "disaster" was FEMA mandate, not the Pentagon.

Disaster zone robot competition announced by Pentagon

Darpa says it wants robots to be able to interact with more tools when deployed to a disaster zone

A competition to develop next-generation robots capable of saving lives in disaster zones has been unveiled by the Pentagon's advanced research laboratory.

Darpa says it wants "adaptable robots with the ability to use human tools - from hand tools to vehicles".

It plans to hold a series of emergency response physical challenges.

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Disaster zone robot competition announced by Pentagon

http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-17666449

The Pentagon announces a $2m competition to develop robots able to drive vehicles and use tools in disaster-hit areas.

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