After introducing a hands-free “human backpack”, Israeli
tactical gear manufacturer Agilite
is back with a hands-free solution that allows injured troops to lie flat and
be carried to safety.
Unlike other stretchers that keep the hands occupied, the
FlatEvac sets both hands free.
Troops are able to handle their weapons,
navigation instruments and other tools while simultaneously carrying their
injured battle mate.
According to Agilite, its Injured Personnel Carrier,
originally used by the Israeli Army, has been picked up by military units,
search and rescue teams and special forces around the world, including the US
Marines and British Army.
The back-strapping rescue system is valuable for
single-person rescue efforts in which the wounded can be carried vertically on
the back-CC Weiss/Gizmag
The FlatEvac sets both hands free.
