In the critical moments following a disaster, every second is vital. But what happens when the environment is too dangerous for human first responders to enter? Imagine a world where a team of intelligent robots can navigate smoke-filled corridors, scan unstable structures, and locate victims, all while feeding real-time data back to a human-operated command...Read More
In disaster situations, first responders (FRs) are often forced into dangerous, unpredictable environments where visibility is low, structures are unstable, and time is critical. The CARMA project (Collaborative Autonomous Robots for eMergency Assistance) is addressing this challenge head-on by developing a new generation of smart robotic systems that can work in true symbiosis with humans. ...Read More
As technology becomes increasingly embedded in emergency response, robots are being used more frequently to support first responders on the front lines. However, the introduction of robots into emergency scenarios is not just about machines. It is also about changing how people work, make decisions, and follow procedures. There are different ways that robots can...Read More
From July 1st to 3rd, 2025, the CARMA consortium convened in Paris for its second General Assembly, graciously hosted by the Brigade de sapeurs-pompiers de Paris (BSPP). This pivotal meeting brought together all project partners for three days of collaboration, coordination, and strategic planning. With representation from every Work Package, the General Assembly provided a...Read More
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into disaster response technologies is transforming how first responders and autonomous systems operate in complex, high-stakes environments. In the context of the CARMA project, AI plays a pivotal role in enhancing orchestration, perception, and decision-making processes of semi-autonomous and autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), enabling them to work seamlessly...Read More
On June 18, CARMA was present at the “AI for Preparedness” workshop, a three-day event hosted in Brussels by DG ECHO (Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations). The workshop brought together civil protection professionals, researchers, and key stakeholders from across Europe to discuss the role of Artificial Intelligence in Disaster Resilience Management...Read More
On June 4–5, representatives of the CARMA project participated in the Projects to Policy Seminar (PPS) held in Brussels, a key event organised by CERIS (Community for European Research and Innovation for Security). The seminar brought together a wide range of stakeholders from across the EU, including security-focused research projects, policymakers, and representatives from EU...Read More
aunav.NEO HD: Precision Mobility for High-Stakes Operations In high-risk environments—collapsed buildings, industrial accidents, smoke-filled tunnels—human limitations become mission-critical constraints. Low visibility, unstable terrain, and toxic substances can delay or prevent life-saving interventions. What if robots could overcome these barriers, acting as agile, intelligent extensions of emergency teams? Enter CARMA: a revolutionary project that is not...Read More
On Friday May 16, the CARMA project participated in the EUNIFY event in Thessaloniki, hosted at the Odyssea Youth Center. This dynamic two-day gathering, co-organised by Odyssea and InnoEUsphere, brought together innovators, changemakers, and cooperation-focused actors from across Europe to explore collaborative approaches to a more inclusive and forward-thinking future. The agenda included: Speed-dating sessions,...Read More
In emergency response, every second counts and teamwork can mean the difference between life and death. This teamwork isn’t just among humans – it extends to our robotic allies on the front lines. Enter CARMA (Collaborative Autonomous Robots for eMergency Assistance), a groundbreaking European initiative uniting experts from across the continent to advance human-robot collaboration...Read More
