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The Problem:
In counter-terrorism and military operations, troops often face dense forests and urban areas where drones can’t operate and human scouts face extreme risk. Difficult conditions such as darkness, uneven conditions increase difficulties. Sending soldiers to search for threats and bombs, results in exposing them to ambush, sniper fire and mines. Existing tools are partial which include UAVs which can’t penetrate canopy and large Explosive Ordnance Disposal robots are heavy and slow. Handheld night-vision requires human presence.

What’s Missing:
There is no modular, compact, squad-portable ground robot that combines scouting and practical mine/IED support. Many reconnaissance robots are either too small which are too small or too large. Current EOD systems are specialised and costly for fast tactical deployment.

The Solution:
Tactical Surveillance Robot - 50 × 40 × 10 cm.
A rugged, Kevlar-coated Unmanned Ground Vehicles that a single soldier can carry and quickly deploy. It streams real-time RGB and thermal video (day/night) across tunnels and forests. It also supports remote operations. Designed for fast insertion, all-terrain mobility and rapid situational feedback. It will help in sensing the landmines as well.

 

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Who It Helps:
Soldiers & Special Forces: Receive timely intelligence without exposing personnel.
EOD teams: Inspect, mark and support controlled neutralisation of explosive threats.
Commanders: Gain clearer situational awareness for faster and safer decisions.
Civilians: Reduced collateral risk through more precise detection and clearance.

What It Consists Of:
Hardware: Kevlar-reinforced body (10–15 kg), tracked chassis with suspension, RGB + thermal cameras and LiDAR/depth sensors. It will have secure mesh radio with cellular fallback; swappable batteries for extended operations.
Software: Intuitive operator UI, real-time fused video/thermal video, object detection and tracking, waypoint autonomy with obstacle avoidance.

Why It Matters:
Modern battlefields demand speed, safety and adaptability. This compact Unmanned Ground Vehicles bridges the gap where Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and large EOD robots fall short-saving lives by scouting dangerous terrain first, shortening mission timelines, and giving EOD teams a portable partner for safer, more efficient clearance.

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  • The idea looks great and without loopholes, but the suggestion is to make it eco friendly as the metal parts can also cause pollution and also make it terrain friendly.
  • The idea is impressive and clearly bridges a real tactical gap. However, considering the harsh environments it’ll face, how will the robot handle signal loss or jamming? Maybe integrating autonomous fallback behavior could strengthen its reliability in combat zones.
  • Great idea!!
  • The idea is great overall
    The only loophole I see is how can you make it terrain friendly and also build it in a way so that it runs for a longer time
  • Brilliant concept! This compact surveillance robot effectively bridges the gap between drones and bulky EOD systems, offering real-time intelligence, safety, and mobility on the battlefield. Adding AI-driven threat detection, modular attachments, and highlighting cost-efficiency could further enhance its practicality and impact.
  • The robot’s compact design is an advantage, but battery endurance could still be a limiting factor in long missions. Exploring solar-assisted recharging or swappable battery pods might help extend operational time.
  • The Kevlar coating adds great protection, but what about water or dust ingress in rough terrain? Ensuring IP68-level sealing might make it more field-ready across diverse climates.
  • The robot idea is impressive, but one concern is cost versus usability. Defense teams often need large fleets of such devices, and if the robot is too expensive or complex to maintain, adoption could be slow. Exploring ways to simplify design and reduce costs could make it more practical at scale.
  • Signal jamming, cyber risks, and limited terrain sensing may hinder operations. High costs and complex training requirements also restrict accessibility, while true autonomy remains challenging for unpredictable threats in dense, hostile environments.
  • Great concept, but scaling it for real missions may be tricky. A compact design is useful, but durability under harsh weather, resistance to jamming, and ease of field repair will be just as critical as the sensors themselves. Addressing these factors could make the solution more mission-ready.
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