Using AI to Predict and Control Wildfires
California (as well as much of the western US) is dealing with an ever-increasing problem of wildfires fueled by a dangerous combination of wind,...
The 2024 Olympics are Preparing for the Coming Cyberthreats
The Paris 2024 Olympics is preparing to face an unprecedented challenge in terms of cybersecurity, the main threats being organized crime, activists, and states.
Paris...
The Israeli Technology Saving Firefighters Worldwide
The most important thing in dangerous situations is being aware of one’s spatial location, especially when that space is a burning building. Firefighters worldwide...
Fighting Forest Fires with Drone Swarms
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science are using multiple drone swarms to deal with forest fires, which are becoming increasingly common worldwide due...
Innovative Search and Rescue Drones Use Noise Cancellation to Find Victims
The use of drones and UAVs has grown immensely in various fields during the past few years. A main area of interest is search...
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...
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3D-Printed Antennas Bend Without Breaking the Signal
A new type of 3D-printed antenna could transform how vehicles, drones, and wearable devices maintain wireless communication while in motion. Developed by researchers at...
