The emergency robotic tech bringing Sci-Fi to Earth

NASA’s impact beyond space transforming technology for emergency and commercial use.

NASA, renowned for its space exploration endeavours, has a rich legacy of translating cutting-edge technology into the private sector.

Squishy Robotics’ tensegrity sensor robots play a crucial role in guiding first responders in assessing disaster scenes. In a simulated subway attack scenario at the 2021 Unmanned Tactical Application Conference, these robots demonstrated their ability to detect gas leaks and identify other potential hazards, providing invaluable assistance to emergency responders.

The agency’s Spinoff publication serves as a testament to this, spotlighting NASA-developed technologies that have evolved into successful commercial products and services.

This showcase underscores the wide-ranging advantages derived from America’s investment in space exploration, as managed by the Technology Transfer program within NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD).

Through Spinoff, NASA continues to demonstrate how innovations initially crafted for space missions find practical applications, fostering advancements that benefit society at large.