The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is developing a comprehensive set of standard test methods and associated performance metrics to quantify key capabilities of emergency response robots.

 

These test methods address responder-defined requirements for robot mobility, manipulation, sensors, energy, communications, operator proficiency, logistics and safety for remotely operated ground, aerial, and aquatic systems. 

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Granite Defense supports and promotes the NIST standardization of training for sUAS pilot and aircraft testing.  GDT also helps maintain the NIST components located at Reveille Peak Ranch.