We here at The Rescuers feel that every rescue robot must have certain characteristics. That is why it is our goal to make quality robotics with consideration of some  very important aspects.

 Speed - Time is the most important factor in rescue missions. The victims must be located as soon as possible to prevent further injuries. Because of this, a rescue robot must be fast. It has to be able to find victims and assess their conditions as soon as possible in order to save as many people as possible.

 Mobility - A collapsed building is nowhere near as "clean" as a standing building. After a natural disaster, the area may be filled with scattered material. Rough terrains and passageways are almost guaranteed in rubble. Therefore, the rescue robot must have the capabilities to traverse a multitude of terrains.

 Durability - The robot must be able to withstand stresses and drops. With the unpredictable terrain, falling debris is always a possibility, especially with structural damage to the building. The rescue robot must be able to complete its mission without collapsing due to poor stability in the structure of the robot.

 Size - Size also ties in with the surroundings. Because of the randomness of building collapses, many areas may be blocked off. There is a high probability that the rescue robot will have to pass a narrow passageway. The robot must not be too large. If it is, many areas will be inaccessible to the robot, making a very poor rescue machine.

 Robust - Again, the surroundings are very important. The terrain of a collapsed building is impossible to predict. The rescue robot must be able to handle a multitude of situations. Nothing goes as planned. Therefore, it is a must for a robot to be able to "adapt" depending on the situation.