Nosenbot Search & Rescue Robot (SARR)

A SaRR capable of autonomously navigating an obstacle course and delivering a medkit to a target.

Nosenbot

What?

  • Search and rescue robot designed to autonomously navigate an obstacle course and deliver a medical kit to a target

How?

  • Formulated design scheme using hand calculations and prototype tests to determine dimensions, materials, and assembly
  • Produced 3D CAD models in Creo then used static FEA analysis to optimize individual components
  • Produced 2D engineering drawings of mechanical subsystems (chassic, drivetrain, medkit delivery)
  • Fabricated parts via machining (lathe, drill press, band saw) and 3D printing
  • Programmed arduino and sensors for electrical infrastructure

Results

  • Successful autonomous navigation of obstacle course 33% faster than target time
  • Simple and scalable manufacturing processes used only 66% of alotted budget
  • Robust design capable of surviving 3+ feet drops