CLASSIFICATION OF REMOTELY CONTROLLED MEDICAL EVACUATION VEHICLES

Abstract

Relevance. The research is driven by the need to modernize the medical evacuation support system of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the context of the emergence of new types of remotely controlled and robotic vehicles (MEDEVAC), widely tested in the modern war in Ukraine. The lack of their classification and relevant evaluation criteria creates a need for knowledge systematization, revision of supply standards, and improvement of the logistical base to enhance the efficiency and safety of casualty evacuation.
Purpose and Objectives. Selection of optimal remotely controlled medical evacuation vehicles for the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Objectives: 1. Classify modern MEDEVAC; 2. Analyze remote control systems; 3. Justify the selection of optimal models; 4. Develop recommendations for implementation.
Materials and Methods. The research is based on the analysis of regulatory frameworks, tactical and technical characteristics of modern medical evacuation vehicles, and data on their combat application. Information processing employed methods of systemic and comparative analysis, classification, and technical-economic justification, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of various equipment models and control technologies.
Results and Discussion. A classification of MEDEVAC was developed, and control systems were analyzed. Serial armored tracked vehicles with multi-level communication systems were recognized as the most effective for the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Satellite channels (Starlink, Iridium) offer the highest reliability, whereas Wi-Fi and GSM technologies are vulnerable to electronic warfare and have limited applicability.
Conclusions. The conducted research confirmed the necessity of equipping the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan with modern armored medical evacuation vehicles featuring a multi-level satellite communication system. Successful implementation of such complexes requires revising the regulatory framework and organizing specialist training. The use of vulnerable Wi-Fi and GSM technologies should be limited to auxiliary tasks.