Foster-Miller claims the TALON is one of the fastest robots in production , one that can travel through sand , water , and snow as well as climb stairs . The TALON transmits in color , black and white , infrared , and/or night vision to its operator , who may be up to 1,000 m away . It can run off lithium-ion batteries for a maximum of 7 days on standby independently before needing recharging . It has an 8.5 hour battery life at normal operating speeds , 2 standard lead batteries providing 2 hours each and 1 optional lithium ion providing an additional 4.57 hours . It can also withstand repeated decontamination allowing it to work for long periods of time in contaminated areas . It was used in Ground Zero after the September 11 attacks working for 45 days with many decontaminations without electronic failure . This led to the further development of the HAZMAT TALON
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Foster-Miller TALON