Researchers develop smart bandages! NSF Science Now 32!

The video discusses four NSF-funded innovations: a smart bandage for early detection of bed sores, a study on the brain's visual word form area, a magnetic approach to minimally invasive surgery, and a buoyant airborne turbine for efficient energy capture. Each project aims to address specific challenges in healthcare, neuroscience, surgery, and renewable energy, showcasing the potential for technological advancements to improve various aspects of life.

Describe the functionality of the Buoyant Airborne Turbine (BAT) developed by Alteros Energies.

In what ways could the BAT technology be beneficial in emergency situations?