SARAT Version 2 Tool:
Union Minister for Science and Technology announced the launch of SARAT Version 2, an advanced tool enhancing the efficiency of Indian search-and-rescue agencies with improved accuracy, faster response times, and better visualization capabilities.
- SARAT is a specialized tool developed to assist search-and-rescue (SAR) operations, particularly in the Indian Ocean region.
- Ministry: Developed under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and implemented by the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS).
- Aim is to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and success rates of SAR operations by providing precise search areas, exportable data, and enhanced visualization tools.
- Key Features:
- Accurate Search Areas:Anchored to the Last Known Position (LKP) for precise search region computation.
- Exportable Data:Digital search area formats for seamless integration with rescue planning maps.
- Enhanced Visualization:Features like particle trajectory visualization, color-coded search regions, and LKP markers for clearer interpretation.
- Training Initiatives:INCOIS conducts workshops and training for SAR agencies like the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Airports Authority of India (AAI).
- Future Enhancements:Plans to improve accuracy by integrating high-frequency radar measurements and advanced ocean modeling techniques.
