These remote agents send and receive transmissions from operators and in turn communicate with the devices at the scene. In this instance, Caltrans deploys a sign warning drivers of slippery road conditions due to the chemical spill. It also sets up signs alerting travelers of slowing, an upcoming lane merge, and the fact that there is an accident ahead. Shortly after the Mother Ships arrive, small, inexpensive motorized robots are deployed by Caltrans to direct traffic, becoming cones navigated by the mother ship and its operators. This enables them to close down lanes and stop traffic as needed.
Outside help is contacted based on the specific needs of the situation.
Medical crews determine that the driver of the sedan has sore neck and minor facial lacerations. One of the small inexpensive motorized robots also contains teleconferencing equipment and travels directly to the injured driver s car to take a police statement and better assess her situation. An ambulance is sent. The hazardous materials team confirms that the chemicals are dangerous and dispatches a clean-up crew. The CHP is able to do the majority of its investigation remotely.