Tag: Robots

Technology
NYPD Ends Test of Robot Police Dog
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.
April 29, 2021
Digidog
Technology
NYPD Criticized Over Use of Robot Dog
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.
April 14, 2021
Robot Dog
Technology
NYPD Tests Robotic Dog at Bronx Home Invasion Scene
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.
February 26, 2021
Digidog
Patrol
How Robots are an Effective Tool for Law Enforcement
Robots have the capability to save lives of officers, citizens, and suspects. That's why they can be essential equipment for your agency.
November 25, 2020
Robot
Special Units
Video: Virginia Agency Uses Police Robot to Deliver Meals
A police agency in Virginia took an unusual approach to help families in need during the continued spread of the coronavirus and COVID-19.
April 6, 2020
Officers used a robot to deliver lunch to a family to see if it would work—and it did.
Technology
Submersible Robots
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.
December 16, 2019
Jw Fishers Publicsafety Rov Web
Technology
What You Need to Know Before Buying Robots
Robots are extremely useful law enforcement tools, but they are not inexpensive. So it's important to do your research.
December 16, 2019
On average it takes about a day to get up and running with a robot. More complicated missions can require as much as five days of intensive training. Operating a robot is a perishable skill, so teams should train regularly to maintain proficiency.
Technology
Massachusetts State Police Briefly Tested Robot Dog
The Massachusetts State Police reportedly tested a robot dog produced by Waltham-based Boston Dynamics for three months from August to November.
December 2, 2019
The Massachusetts State Police reportedly tested a robot dog produced by Waltham-based Boston Dynamics for three months from August to November.
Vehicle Ops
OceanAlpha Launches Unmanned Surface Rescue Vehicle (USRV)
According to OceanAlpha, its Dolphin 1 water rescue robot can be easily stored, transported, and deployed.
July 13, 2019
OceanAlpha's Dolphin 1 water rescue robot can quickly reach people panicking in the water.
Vehicle Ops
Phantom T5 Defender ROV
Deep Ocean Engineering
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.
June 7, 2019
Deep Ocean Engineering Phantom T5 Defender ROV
Special Units
My Technology Can... Help You Find Evidence, Bodies Under Water
JW Fishers' submersible tools can be used to find sunken objects and spare dive teams from spending time in dangerous or frigid waters.
May 31, 2019
JW Fishers' ROVs can find evidence such as firearms or even bodies under water, protecting law enforcement dive teams from dangerous current and pollution.
Special Units
147 Robotics Launches Mamba Tactical Robot
147 Robotics has unveiled its new Mamba Tactical Robot. It's built from the ground up to help augment the capabilities of law enforcement.
May 21, 2019
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