Team 3
Grand Challenges Scholars Program (GCSP)
Joshua Adler, Codie Hoogendoorn, Xiang Meng, Jacob Pickering, Carlos Tarazon
Summary
The Autonomous Wildfire Suppression and Reforestation Robot addresses the dangers of wildfire reduction in remote and hazardous terrain. This robotic drone traverses uneven landscapes and deploys biodegradable fire retardant to help contain fires safely and efficiently. Using artificial intelligence, autonomous routing and hybrid magnetic actuators, the system enhances firefighter safety, minimizes environmental damage and accelerates post-fire ecosystem recovery.