HSINCHU , Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In the World Robot Summit's Harsh Environment Drone Challenge (HEDC), which evaluates the performance of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in post-disaster rescue scenarios, the Industrial Technology Research Institute ( ITRI ) won second place while also setting two new records in HEDC history upon its first participation.

ITRI's drones completed three demanding missions within one hour, including a 13-kilometer offshore flight for disaster surveying and route mapping, the location of trapped victims and supply delivery, and indoor reconnaissance. Despite Japan's strict telecommunications and flight regulations, the team overcame these constraints through efficient collaboration and timely on-site adjustments. The drones demonstrated the effecti

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