Team 505
Wearable Fashion Technology

          The recent increase in natural disasters, like earthquakes in Turkey, Indonesia, and Haiti, has caused significant pain in various communities worldwide. Buildings can collapse, resulting in injuries to many people. In these situations, it is crucial to act as swiftly as possible, but collapsed buildings pose extreme dangers. They can harbor hazardous substances like poisonous gases, harmful metals, and insufficient oxygen levels, which can endanger rescuers.  
          To aid search and rescue teams, our team developed a new device: a display that presents crucial information, such as pulse rate, oxygen levels, and hazardous gases, on a visor attached to a helmet. The helmet connects to a backpack stocked with medical supplies. The helmet also provides protection from falls and blunt objects in the area. Sensors from our partner team, Team 506, gas detector help us assess the air quality around the rescuers. This detector attaches to our device and provides information about the nearby air condition.  
          Our team has a few goals: we aim for our device to operate continuously for an extended duration during missions. Our sponsor expects it to function for 72 hours with breaks and 18 hours nonstop. We will achieve this by using special batteries, similar to those in regular AAs, and placing them in a custom case made by a 3D printer. This approach will reduce the need for frequent repairs and the device can be used over and over without constant maintenance.  
          Additionally, we strive to provide immediate assistance to the rescuers in the presence of hazardous gases. Thus, the backpack is equipped with a tank of clean air and an oxygen mask. This ensures that if there are any harmful gases in the area, the user can access clean air and evacuate safely. Moreover, the backpack features straps to support the lower back, making it easier to carry the additional weight.