TAF35 robot moves flexibly with rubber tracks
In the context of increasingly complex fire and explosion incidents, the application of modern technology in fire fighting and rescue work is becoming an inevitable trend.
One of the outstanding devices put into use for the Vietnamese firefighting and rescue force is the TAF35 remote-controlled firefighting robot, a "super robot" from Germany with strong combat capabilities in the most dangerous situations.
Optimized design for harsh environments
The TAF35 robot is about 3 meters long and weighs up to 3,950 kg. With a sturdy frame, rubber track system and flexible operation, the TAF35 can climb 30-degree slopes, 15-degree inclines and move at a maximum speed of 9 km/h.
In particular, the robot can rotate 360 degrees, operating effectively on complex terrain such as explosive terrain, factories, mines or even on railway tracks.
A design highlight is the cooling system around the chain, which protects the rubber from damage caused by high temperatures in large fires.
TAF35 Robot Image
TAF35 can move on railway tracks
Impressive fire extinguishing power of TAF35
The main task of TAF35 is to spray water to put out fires. The robot body is equipped with a large nozzle that can be flexibly lifted and lowered, with a maximum capacity of up to 4,700 liters/minute and a spray range of 80 meters - equivalent to the height of a 20-30 story building.
The main nozzle supports multiple modes: mist spray for cooling or strong spray for fire extinguishing, depending on the actual situation at the scene.
Surrounding the main nozzle are auxiliary mist nozzles, enhancing the cooling effect. The 25kW fan turbine system integrated above helps push the water flow further, enhancing the ability to control fire at large distances.
However, the robot does not come with a water tank so it needs to be connected to 4 external water lines for continuous operation.
Multi-purpose support tool
The 25kW nozzle power is equipped on the TAF35
At the front, the TAF35 is equipped with a large obstacle-breaking bumper with a thick and heavy design, which can crush any obstacle on the mission path. Above the bumper is a specialized winch, allowing the robot to support pulling the damaged vehicle out of the danger zone, contributing to the quick and safe clearance of the scene.
The entire TAF35 system, from the main nozzle, fan, to the travel and cooling modes, can be controlled independently via a remote control panel within a range of up to 300 meters. This helps firefighters maintain an absolute safe distance in dangerous situations such as chemical fires, oil storage fires or tanker truck fires.
The robot also has two gear modes: gear 1 (fast) used when strong traction is needed, and gear 2 (slow) to ensure safety when moving in crowded residential areas.
TAF35 is also equipped with many other versatile support tools.
Expensive but worth it
The TAF35 is expensive, equivalent to a luxury penthouse. Therefore, daily maintenance is a mandatory requirement. Any technical problems that occur require experts from Germany to come directly to Vietnam to fix them.
With the ability to operate effectively in areas that humans cannot reach, the TAF35 robot is expected to become a strategic tool in emergency situations such as warehouse fires, oil tank fires or areas with high risk of explosion.
This is not only a major technological step forward in the fire prevention and rescue industry, but also a testament to the investment in modernization to ensure the safety of people's lives and property.
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/soi-do-xin-cua-sieu-robot-chua-chay-taf35-trang-bi-cho-cuu-hoa-viet-nam-20250609103824933.htm
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