Stone, LD, Van Gurley, J & Frost JR http://dx.doi.org/10.61618/TSAD5264 Abstract This paper presents a method for incorporating information from waterborne debris that has been recovered at a known time and place into the object location distribution. The method involves calculating a likelihood function which can be combined with the prior distribution on the location of … Read more
Young, S, Kurfess, F & Bloom, G http://dx.doi.org/10.61618/WLEB2094 Abstract Intelligence is a process by which certain types of information/data are aquired or requested by those directing a missing person incident. The process continues by rallying teams of resources to collect, process and exploit, analyze and produce useful information that can then be disseminated and integrated … Read more
Costigan, R http://dx.doi.org/10.61618/PUUT3631 Abstract This study is concerned with off-track foot searching for a missing person (MP) who is presumed wanting to be found and who is by nature responsive.Such searching is done predominantly by sight, calling and listening. Search methods that maximise emphasis on detection by sight are usually called Line or Grid Searching. … Read more
Speiden, R & Serrano, JM http://dx.doi.org/10.61618/CPTC3904 Abstract SAR resources, including visual trackers, conduct missions for thousands of missing persons every year. These missing persons, who may be wearing footwear, usually own additional pairs. To aid with track interpretation and possibly expedite finding the person, trackers can glean useful information from the other samples.Relationships between footwear … Read more
Allfree, S, Collins, L & Onions,C http://dx.doi.org/10.61618/BHGS1475 Abstract This study examines the loads associated with positioning a Rescuer on a Quick Release Harness (QRH) on a high line in moving water. Testing was conducted at water speeds of 0.6 – 2.4m/s, typical of those encountered during water related rescues. A Rescue Randy Combat Challenge Manikin … Read more
MacAuley, A. PGCert MCPara MInSTR MICPEMRetired Chair of Trustees (2015-2023) and Life Member, West Mercia Search and Rescue. (Contact via LinkedIn) http://dx.doi.org/10.61618/OTBG5560 This is a non peer-reviewed Letter to the Editor. Abstract West Mercia Search and Rescue (WMSAR) is a UK registered charity which provides a team of personnel to assist the emergency services with … Read more