Funding:The project is co-funded by the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic under the TREND programme and the Czech Recovery Plan by the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility.
Project Overview:The aim of this project is to develop a platform integrating augmented reality (AR) and 5G communication technologies for image sharing and real-time data visualization, specifically tailored for integrated rescue systems (IRS). This collaboration involves GINA Software s.r.o. and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication at Brno University of Technology (VUT).
Key Objectives:
- Augmented Reality and 5G Integration:
- Develop AR smart glasses with 5G modules to enable real-time video streaming and situational awareness in low-visibility environments, such as burning buildings.
- Implement high-reliability, low-latency 5G communication into the GINA platform to ensure seamless video and image transmission.
- Data Visualization and Image Sharing:
- Create a platform for sharing real-time video from AR glasses to GINA tablets for incident coordination.
- Store intervention videos on the platform for post-action analysis, leveraging the high throughput of 5G technology.
- Agile Web-Based Dispatch System:
- Develop a cost-effective, agile web dispatch system targeting third-world countries (e.g., Africa), which cannot afford expensive dispatcher systems.
- Ensure the system is user-friendly, quick to deploy, and capable of coordinating rescue efforts efficiently.
Research Components:
- 5G Module Integration:Integrate 5G modules into AR smart glasses, ensuring high-quality video processing and low latency communication.
- Navigation Efficiency:Research effective navigation algorithms using pre-mapped environments.
- Shared Virtual Reality:Explore the use of shared virtual reality elements, focusing on multiplayer features and real-time sharing of positional and visual data.
Expected Impact:The project is designed to enhance the operational capabilities of rescue teams, providing them with advanced tools for communication, navigation, and situational awareness. This will not only improve response times and efficiency but also significantly increase safety for both rescuers and those in need of rescue.
Broader Implications:The innovations developed through this project are poised to have global applications, particularly in enhancing the effectiveness of rescue operations in challenging environments and improving coordination among different rescue units.
This initiative aligns with GINA Software’s mission to save lives through technology by leveraging cutting-edge advancements in augmented reality and 5G communication. Through this project, GINA aims to set a new standard for real-time visual communication in emergency response, ensuring that rescue teams have the tools they need to act swiftly and decisively.
