Police officials said the robot's purpose was to take police officers out of harm's way and that it was actually cheaper than other robots already in use.
State Sen. Brad Hoylman, who represents the district where this incident took place, thought deploying the $74,000 robot dog anywhere undermined police-community relations, but especially in a public housing complex where residents might already mistrust the police.
DIGIDOG made by Boston Dynamics, can climb stairs, search and examine potentially dangerous areas, and carry a small cargo if needed. It can be equipped with optional gear to perform other tasks such as opening doors, recovering objects, and take measurements.
Robots have the capability to save lives of officers, citizens, and suspects. That's why they can be essential equipment for your agency.
A police agency in Virginia took an unusual approach to help families in need during the continued spread of the coronavirus and COVID-19.
Like tactical and bomb squad robots on land, remotely operated vehicles (ROV) can go places that it is dangerous for officers to go and protect their users from hazards. They also save agencies money by reducing the need for dive team operations to recover bodies and evidence.
Robots are extremely useful law enforcement tools, but they are not inexpensive. So it's important to do your research.
The Massachusetts State Police reportedly tested a robot dog produced by Waltham-based Boston Dynamics for three months from August to November.
According to OceanAlpha, its Dolphin 1 water rescue robot can be easily stored, transported, and deployed.
Deep Ocean Engineering’s new Phantom T5 Defender is a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) designed for law enforcement. It can be configured with up to five Tecnadyne thrusters to provide significant control and propulsion in current to maneuver efficiently in all directions.
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