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An evaluation of technology to locate lost firefighters.
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open in viewerThis IQP dealt with technology used to locate trapped firefighters in emergency situations, more specifically PASS devices, G.E.M. System, thermal imaging cameras, lifelines, Bernard easy exit systems, and ratios. By conducting surveys of users of these devices, this study investigated if there is a need for improvement with devices or if new technology needs to be developed. Through evaluating these different devices, it has been proven that there is a need for future development in this field.
- This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.
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- 01D106I
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- 2001
- Date created
- 2001-01-01
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- Worcester
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