Autonomous Robotics
PHOENIX-F1: Firefighting Defense Rover
Designed to extinguish fires autonomously in high-risk zones, eliminating the need to put firefighters' lives in direct danger.
My Role
Lead Coder
Core Programming Logic
Timeline
Dec – Feb
Research & Development
Status
Functional Prototype
Tested & Validated
The Problem & Real-World Challenge
According to the annual report of the Fire Service and Civil Defense, a staggering 26,595 fire incidents occurred in Bangladesh in 2024—averaging roughly 73 incidents per day. These disasters resulted in at least 140 fatalities and 341 injuries. Tragically, 2 firefighter lives were lost and 37 were injured while fulfilling their professional duties.
The Catalyst Incident
A specific catalyst for this project was the devastating fire at the Bangladesh Secretariat on December 25, 2024. While battling the midnight blaze in Building No. 7, firefighter Md. Sohanur Zaman Nayan was fatally injured while carrying a water hose across the road. Witnessing such preventable tragedies inspired the creation of PHOENIX-F1 to keep frontline responders out of harm's way.
“Saving human lives by substituting high-risk human intervention with autonomous machinery.”
Technical Architecture & Tech Stack
Hardware & Microcontrollers
- Arduino Microcontroller
- L293D Motor Driver
- 5V Relay Module
- SG90 Servo Motor
- 4-Wheel Chassis Kit (3-6V Gear Motors)
Software & Programming
- Python
- Arduino IDE (C/C++)
- Custom Sensor Signal Processing Logic
- Motor Control & Steering Logic
Capabilities & Impact
Autonomous Suppression
Navigates hazardous zones independently to extinguish fires without requiring firefighters in the danger area.
Risk Reduction
Directly reduces operational casualties by sending mechanical payloads into dangerous, flame-prone environments.
Precision Response
Handles early-stage critical fire targets safely using precise automated triggers and sensor evaluation.
Exhibition Highlights
Showcasing PHOENIX-F1 in front of peers and judges with live demos and technical explanation.
