Can surgical robots fly? SS Innovations discusses challenges, solutions

- Can surgical robots fly? SS Innovations thinks so. CEO Dr. Sudhir Srivastava aims for a mid-2026 functional Vimana Aero drone, merging heavy-lift autonomy with detachable tele-surgical units. Inspired by DARPA’s legacy, this system targets hemorrhage control in war zones and disaster areas where evacuation is impossible. The challenge? Payload and battery life. SS Innovations is tackling this with smaller arms and 3D vision, ensuring low-latency telesurgery works anywhere. Beyond the battlefield, they’re developing the Avtara humanoid and Operion mobile ORs to democratize access. It’s not just about saving lives; it’s about pushing the physical layer of AI automation to its limits. Robots, rockets, and remote care—engineering the future of emergency medicine.