First Responders
Camera-Mounted Dogs to Enhance Counter-Terror Efforts
Sensor technology mounted on security dogs has been enhancing India’s fight against terrorism. India’s Elite counter-terror force National Security Guard (NSG) has procured head-mounted...
Cleaning Up Subway After Biological Attack
Subway systems are complex with many moving parts and miles of tunnels. A new project focuses on cleaning up a subway system after the...
New Personal Black Box to Track Soldiers
Tracking soldiers in an emergency situation sometimes takes too long, a critical factor that might cost the lives of wounded soldiers. A new technology...
No Consensus in Austria Regarding Anti-Ramming Attacks Measures
A debate has been sparked in Austria recently regarding new anti-terror measures, specifically anti-ramming attacks. Austria's chancellery halted the construction of anti-terror walls outside...
When is Drone Interception Considered Legal?
Are the laws regarding unmanned aircraft systems unsuitable for the current circumstances? US Federal agencies have asked Congress to change laws that prevent law enforcement...
New Tech to Uncover Face Behind Mask
Facial recognition technologies are not new. However, what about identifying the actual identity of people under disguise? Researchers from the University of Cambridge are...
UK: Conflicting Policies Regarding Anti-Terror Priorities
While the UK government is increasing its anti-terror budget, the resources allocated to the police to thwart terrorist plots are being cut.
This policy...
Another Step Towards Making Cities Smarter
The US has been harnessing IoT technologies in attempt to advance a wide array of Smart City applications as well as in response to...
Augmented Reality Will Supply Firefighters with More Power
Firefighters might one day be able to go further into hazardous situations and exit safely thanks to augmented reality glasses in development at BAE...
Big Data in the Service of Police
With access to more personal data than ever before, police have the power to solve crimes more quickly, but in practice, the influx of...
From Agriculture to CBRN Missions
Robotic vehicles for security purposes adapted from civilian-use models are not rare. Now, Digital Concepts Engineering is launching the X-2 Unmanned Ground Vehicle fitted...
Police Officer’s Wearable Sensor to Alert in Case of Injury
One of the risks evolving during police operations is that when an officer is injured, the period of time until help arrives might be...
Next-Level Safe City or Privacy Violation?
Body cameras have their advantages in the safe city setting, but their contribution to security sometimes raises privacy dilemmas. Jersey City police are giving...
Facial Recognition Technology Helps Law Enforcement
New York City has been employing facial recognition technology extensively. The technology has helped lead to the arrest of more than 4,000 people involved...
Tremendous Amount of Visitors This Morning at Unmanned Systems Conference and Demos
The leading conference, exhibition and airshow in the unmanned systems and robotics field - AUS&R 2017 - was opened today with a record number...
Next-Generation Uniforms Developed for First Responders
The US Government-funded AMBER project for advanced uniforms has been expanded. The project a collaborative effort between North Carolina State University (NCSU) and Protect...
Wearable Sensors to Monitor Wounded Combatants in Battlefield
Delivering life-saving care in a battlefield environment is a complex challenge. New wearable sensors will monitor the situation of soldiers in the battlefield as...
Empowering Law Enforcers for Emergency Response
The U.S. is tightening its bonds with Costa Rica. The Department of State has donated six virtual shooting ranges to the Costa Rican Ministry...
An iHLS Startup: Pocket-Sized Drone to Operate in Dangerous Indoor Environments
Following large fires, hurricanes or earthquakes, first responder teams in disaster areas sometimes have to refrain from entering unstable structures, due to the danger...
ISR Drones to Save Lives During Hurricane
The US Air National Guard has deployed medium-altitude drones to help airlift and search-and-rescue units find victims in the hurricane disaster-stricken areas. The Guard...
Drones to Help Rescue Teams During Hurricane Disaster
With the catastrophic injury and damage being caused by natural disasters such as the current hurricanes hitting the United States and the Caribbean, a...
Possible Solution for Long Airport Lines
Balancing line speed and security at the airport is essential to ensuring safe, reliable travel. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology...
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