The latest and most advanced iteration of Clemson University’s Deep Orange project has just rolled out: a rugged, all-terrain rescue vehicle built for disaster relief and military rescue missions.
Built by 17 graduate students, the US Army-backed Deep Orange 16 upgrades last year’s prototype with a more powerful electric powertrain with continuous battery charging, giving it a 350-kilometer (217.5-mile) range and “near-silent” operation for stealth-sensitive missions.
A 360-degree camera system with AI-powered hazard detection also allows the platform to spot threats up to 100 feet (30.5 meters) away, while obstacle-tracking sensors monitor the area around the wheels.
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