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UAE Gets Middle East’s First Firefighting Robot

UAE aims to become one of the technology capitals in the world, and after announcing the launch of drone deliveries, flying taxis, robot cafes and more, the country has now launched the Middle East’s first robot firefighter. FFBOTS, a firm based in the Jebel Ali Industrial Area, has announced the first locally-made firefighting robot. Named Wabel (meaning rain), it has world-class technical specifications and operational capabilities. Read on to know more.

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The Robot Is Named Wabel & Is Equipped With World-Class Specifications

Equipped with 4-hose-inlets and a GPS build routing and maps, Wabel uses foam and water with a flow rate of 8,000 LPM and is fitted with six smart cameras covering four directions, making it the firefighter’s eye and enabling operations remotely without approaching the fire scene. With powerful front bumpers, a dedicated camera for the extinguisher, an inbound audio channel and motors, a battery and other components, Wabel can collide strongly with obstacles in front of it and can get quick access to fire locations.

Being a helpful addition to firefighting departments and firefighters, the robot has powerful headlights that help control officers see clearly during heavy smoke. It can enhance the safety of firefighters and support them during firefighting operations and reach hard-to-reach areas. Wabel can climb the stairs up to 30 degrees and is fitted with front-end and vertical water sprinklers. Wabel can be controlled wirelessly with a control range of up to 1 km.

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Furthermore, Wabel is equipped enough to be deployed in dangerous and critical areas. It can help firefighters in critical situations and protect people and properties. As per the reports in Al Arabiya, Wabel looks like a mini-tank and is 220cm long, 150cm wide and 135cm high.

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