The SCORPIO is a remotely operated vehicle for booby-trap disposal, especially underneath vehicles. Using a water cannon, it dislodges the firing mechanism without secondary initiation of the IED.
Main features of SCORPIO:
- ability to pass underneath automobiles
- ability to dispose of an IED without actually handling the IED
- ability of remote control device, including transmission of picture via radio
- control of ROV including transmission of pictures via cable
- simple, operator-friendly control procedure
- ability to overcome obstacles
- control and reconnaissance by means of camera systems
- ability to measure distance from obstacles
- ability to target the IED and measure the distance of the IED from the nozzle of the water cannon and its subsequent disposal
- aility to make a record of the whole event
- ability to connect and use other attachments
Unique features of SCORPIO:
- a total height of only 136 mm – suitable for all kinds of automobiles
- water cannon also included in the height of 136 mm
- explosives can be detected and disposed of by one and the same device