- MarkV-A1
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IDF American Andros EOD robot. This particular model is the MarkV-A1
The MarkV-A1 is a bomb disposal robot designed by Northrop Grumman. It is part of the Remotec ANDROS line, which includes other robotic EODs. MarkV weighs 800 pounds and is about the size of a riding lawn mower. With its manipulator arm fully extended, the robot's height is 8 feet. The tread system is designed to traverse difficult terrain. The MarkV-A1 can be armed with high pressure water disruptors, for disabling bombs, or if necessary, a shotgun.
In total, the MarkV-A1 has four color video cameras, including a camera mounted on one of the poles protruding from the top of the robot. It also features several microphones, lights, and an array of other sensors.
Operators
- Israel Defense Forces
- Toronto Police Service Emergency Task Force (TPS)
- LAPD Bomb Squad
- United States Army
See also
- DRDO Daksh
- Wheelbarrow (EOD)
- Remotec Andros F6B
- Remotec HD-1
- Remotec Mini-Andors II
- Remotec Wolverine
References
- http://www.policeone.com/police-technology/robots/articles/82104/
- http://www.es.northropgrumman.com/remotec/markva1.htm
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