Aurus is a self-driving robot developed to assist lifesavers by patrolling extensive non-swim zones and alerting tourists during high tide. The new addition will help in increased surveillance and crowd management at the beaches, said a spokesperson from Drishti Marine.
Image source- The printAurus is currently deployed at Miramar beach in North Goa, while Triton is deployed at Baina, Velsao, Benaulim, Galgibag in South Goa and Morjim in North Goa, an official from the agency said, adding they intend to deploy 100 Triton units and 10 Aurus units on the state’s beaches this year.
While robots have been used to clean beaches, those saving people from drowning have been in the works. According to the World Health Organization, drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury death worldwide, accounting for 7% of all injury-related deaths. It is the cause of an estimated 236,000 deaths worldwide. The asist will be helpful aid for lifeguards looking after the long coasts of the state.Comment down your view below regarding the action. Do you think itu2019ll be fruitful enough?
