• EarthShipTechIntern@lemm.ee
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    13 days ago

    Emergencies is exactly what they recommend it for.

    “S500 is developed for scenarios such as emergency rescue, surveying and mapping, and urban security. When an earthquake or flood occurs, it can be quickly launched to ensure on-site power supply and communication,” said the company’s chief technology officer Weng Hanke.

    Plus, it’s first steps. Who knows what can be achieved down the road.

    I’ve had the same notion floating around my mind for a while now. Always interesting to see ideas made manifest (even if I’m not part of the development).