Robotic Firefighter
NorthValley Robotics have been engaged in many firefighter robot projects and are capable of custom developing robotic firefighters in accordance with client’s specific requirements.
An unmanned fire engine, also called a firefighting robot or Unmanned Ground Firefighting Vehicle (UGFV), is smart emergency equipment. It works without a human driver. It can put out fires, do reconnaissance, and rescue people via remote control or by itself. It makes firefighting more efficient and keeps firefighters safer.
Firefighter Robot Types
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Remote Control Distance | 300 m (open area) |
| Gradeability | 83.9% |
| Endurance | 4 h |
| Speed | 0-4 km/h (Stepless variable transmission) |
| Max. Obstacle Crossing Height | 290 mm |
| Water Monitor Range | 50 m |
| Tractive Force | 5200 N |
| Feature | Capability / Value |
|---|---|
| Gradeability | >45° |
| Stair Climbing Ability | >32° |
| Audible & Visual Alarm | Supported (Yes) |
| Max. Obstacle Height | >200 mm (Max. 280 mm) |
| Audio & Video Feedback | Supported (Yes) |
| Autonomous Obstacle Avoidance | Supported (Yes) |
| Autonomous Navigation | Supported (Yes) |
| One-key Return (No Signal) | Supported (Yes) |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Endurance | 2h / 6h |
| Max. Obstacle Height | 290 mm |
| Gradeability | >28% |
| Protection Level | IP67 |
| Suspension | Trailing arm |
| Steering | Ackermann steering |
| Gradeability | 28% |
| Remote Control Range | >1.5 km |
Firefighting robots core features
Unmanned fire trucks integrate multiple advanced technologies to adapt to complex and hazardous fire environments:
- Autonomous Driving & Navigation: Most unmanned fire trucks possess L4-level autonomous driving capabilities, relying on multi-source sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, and infrared thermal imagers to perceive the environment, achieve precise positioning, plan paths, and avoid obstacles.
- Power & Protection: The power system often adopts pure electric or hybrid designs to meet the requirements of enclosed space operations. Its lithium battery system must meet stringent requirements such as high-power discharge, high-temperature resistance, and flame retardancy, and operate in environments ranging from -20°C to +60°C. The protection level typically reachesIP67 or higher. The vehicle body materials also emphasize high-temperature resistance and sturdiness, for example, using ceramic-based composites or lightweight high-strength alloys.
- Functional Modules: Depending on the task, they can be equipped with high-pressure water cannons, foam dispensing unit, toxic gas detection devices, and emergency rescue supplies (e.g., fire extinguishers, smoke masks). Many models also feature real-time video transmission and 3D fire scene reconstruction capabilities, providing critical information support for rear command centers.
- Control & Communication: Remote monitoring and control operations can be conducted via redundant link designs such as 5G and satellite communication, ensuring stable control signals in complex environments.