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Innovative UAV solutions for efficient wildfire management

About bos

Pioneering the Fight Against Wildfires

At bos, we are committed to understanding and combating wildfires within an ever-changing climate. Our mission is to protect communities and ecosystems from the devastating effects of wildfires, utilizing advanced technology to lead the charge.

The Problem

2023 was a record-breaking year for wildfire activity

Climate change fuels relentless wildfires, devastating ecosystems and communities. These fires cause massive ecological and economic damage, highlighting an urgent need for action.

Wildfires destroy homes, ecosystems, and economies, leaving behind a trail of loss and disruption. The stakes are high, with every blaze underscoring the critical need for innovative solutions.

We must respond swiftly with advanced technologies to manage and mitigate wildfires. Join us in transforming wildfire defense and protecting our future.

Throughout 2023, the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) reported extreme wildfire activity, with Canada and Greece setting alarming records. Canadian wildfires produced the highest carbon emissions since CAMS records began in 2003, contributing to 22% of the year's global total of approximately 2,170 megatonnes. Greece faced its largest wildfire ever, marking a year of intense and destructive fires worldwide. [CAMS]

Our Solutions

Our integrated systems follow the OODA loop methodology to ensure rapid and effective response to wildfire threats.

Observe

High-altitude Platform Station (HAPS)

This UAV serves as the primary observation asset, scanning large areas from high altitudes to detect signs of wildfires early on. It provides the initial data needed for monitoring and situational assessment over a broad region

Orient

Man Launched Fixed Wing UAV

Deployed for detailed situational awareness, this UAV gathers precise information about the fire’s dynamics, terrain condition, and vegetation, aiding in understanding the wildfire on a granular level.

Decide

Command, Control, and Communication (C3) Platform

Integrating data from the HAPS and fixed-wing UAV, the C3 platform supports strategic decision-making, focusing firefighting efforts and resource allocation effectively.

Act

Heavy Lift VTOL

Executing decisions made by the C3 platform, this UAV performs aerial firefighting operations, dropping water or retardants on targeted areas, crucial for combating the fire in challenging terrains.

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