Robot –Assisted Temporary Shelter for Earthquake Victims

Abstract

The Philippine archipelago, located near the western edge of the Pacific Ocean, is in the direct path of seasonal typhoons and monsoon rains, which bring floods, storms, storm surges, and their attendant landslides and other forms of devastation. The Philippines also sits on the "ring of fire" where the continental plates collide and thus experience periodic earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Evacuation centers are needed in almost every disaster. They should be safely located and equipped with the required amenities. In disaster-prone areas such as the Philippines, schools and community centers should not be designated as evacuation centers, unless they are equipped with adequate sanitation services. The purpose of the robot is to create a safe place and build a temporary shelter for the victims. It can lessen the human work and quickly create a temporary evacuation area. The robot involves different materials designed, modified and combined together. It is divided into 3 main parts; the main chassis, the conveyor, and the pulley. The tent is one of the main structures. The tent is designed to stand alone once the hook gives it a lift. Minimal human interventions are needed to secure the base and other foundations. The covering of the tent is also designed to be locked by human. The researchers concluded that a robot can function as a machine that can set-up a temporary evacuation center for the victims. It is designed to create a safe place and shelter for the family. It provides the necessary needs and space for the family, especially health issues that may arise on certain conditions.