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Tech Speak Podcast: Minisode 15. C-THRU is a real-time, indoor visualization system that enhances firefighters’ situational awareness in low-visibility environments. The technology is an augmented reality heads-up display that attaches to a standard helmet and makes it possible to “see through” dark, dense smoke. S&T and industry partner Qwake Technologies recently field-tested C-THRU with members of the fire service at the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department at the end of August—learn more about this exciting technology and find out what the firefighters had to say about it. Show notes:
- Real-Time Indoor Visualization System Fact Sheet
- National Urban Security Technology Laboratory
- At 02:05, Blaise Linn mentions a hypothetical scenario where a firefighter is in mayday and “You need that, uh, faster RIC team to come get you out.” RIC stands for Rapid-Intervention Crew.
- Technologically Speaking Podcast
- Recorded date: August 24, 2023
