When a ballistic missile devastates a building, rescue teams urgently need structural information. The Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and the University of Haifa have developed an AI system that retrieves building permits from municipal databases, analyzes engineering data, and delivers critical information directly to first responders.
This initiative emerged from two recent conflicts with Iran, which highlighted the lack of timely structural information available during rescue operations. Professor Yael Allweil has accelerated efforts to digitize architectural records in response to these needs.
The AI operates similarly to a mapping service, allowing emergency personnel to access detailed, real-time data on collapsed structures. It transforms raw permit and engineering data into easily usable formats, enabling first responders to determine original layouts and critical details such as the thickness of floors and materials used. This automation significantly reduces the time required to access vital information, enhancing the efficiency of rescue operations.