Reptilian Robots for Disaster Response Efforts
A pair of reptilian robots originally built for a documentary on the BBC in 2016 are to be used for disaster efforts and possibly...
New Water-Spitting ‘Flying Dragon’ Firefighting Robot
Japanese researchers developed a unique robot that might join firefighting teams all over the world, and it looks like a Japanese “flying dragon”. The aerial firefighting...
ChatGPT Could Help First Responders During Natural Disasters
A study conducted at University at Buffalo trains ChatGPT to recognize locations in disaster victims' social media posts and potentially help first responders reach...
Driverless Taxis Blamed for Blocking Ambulance Following Fatal Accident
In another incident involving driverless cars in the city of San Francisco, two Cruise taxis delayed an ambulance carrying a car accident victim to...
New Firefighting Drones Used in China
A video clip shows three drones circling a multi-story structure and extinguishing a fire in China’s Shaanxi province.
The video was first published on Twitter...
The Unexpected Solution for Firefighter Fatalities
Firefighters work in a highly dangerous environment, constantly dealing with fire, debris, smoke, and extreme heat. Surprisingly, the number one cause of fatalities among...
New Heat-Resistant Drone Can Withstand Extreme Temperatures
Researchers from the Imperial College of London and Empa have recently built a new drone that is able to withstand extremely high temperatures. The...
Firefighting Robot Able to Withstand the Harshest Blazes
The first firefighting robot of its kind has been launched in the Middle East by the UAE based company FFBOTS.
The robot was named Wabel,...
AI Trains Fire Fighters – A Man’s Best Friend
Fire departments conducting “size up” training typically rely on whiteboard discussions, drives around neighborhoods and photo-based systems. New training technology will help firefighters train...
What Is THOR?
The Tactical Humanitarian Operations Response vehicle (THOR) was built to operate under any network in any environment, from dense forests during wildfires to remote...
New Technology Aids Drone Pilots in Fighting Fire
A new development by NASA is aimed at aiding first responders. This new system, by the name of STEReO, was created to increase the...
New Technology Allows First Responders To See In The Dark
On a daily basis, first responders are exposed to various risks, from moving vehicles to wildfires. But what happens when it's dark and hard...
At The Forefront – The Future of Law Enforcement Technology
Just like the rest of the world, the Law Enforcement field must invest in keeping up with modern technologies. To carry out efficient, smart...
AI Will Alert Against Wildfires
During spring and summer, rising temperatures and low precipitation lead to long-term soil dryness. Furthermore, global warming and drought contribute to an increase in...
Technological Solutions Required for First Responders
Currently-available turnout gear for firefighters does not inherently provide adequate visibility, ballistic protection, or lower extremity protection as traditional approaches do not always meet...
Tracking Survivors Via New Technology
Tracking survivors in the aftermath of a disaster or during an emergency event is a major challenge for first responders, especially in an indoors...
Situational Awareness Platform Designed in Case of Disaster
When a disaster occurs, whether by natural or human made means, it is crucial to obtain the latest and most recent information to guarantee...
How To Neutralize Illegal Drones Near Wildfires? We Have a Solution
One rogue drone is all it takes to halt the operations of an entire firefighter squad and cause wildfire to spread. The Los Angeles...
Firefighters Developing Software to Combat Fires
Two US firefighters developed a situational awareness application critical to saving lives. In recent years, the world has seen and suffered many lethal fires,...
Public Safety Drone Platform Unveiled
A new versatile drone designed for public safety and critical sectors has been unveiled. The mid-sized multirotor SF2 drone boasts a resilient design that...
Israeli DDR&D Signs Technological Cooperation Agreement with Public Security Ministry
The Israeli Defense Ministry’s Directorate of Research and Development (DDR&D, or MAFAT) has signed a technological cooperation agreement with the Public Security Ministry.
The agreement...
DHS is Interested in New Field of Activity
Climate change is not only the concern of environmentalists. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been increasingly focusing on adapting to climate...
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Data Breaches Are Connected to Mass Layoffs, Research
A research team from Binghamton University and the State University of New York explains the connection between mass layoffs and data breaches, theorizing that...
