Robotics

The SecurityInfoWatch.com Robotics product category is a collection of news, product listings and other resources for security professionals researching Robotic security solutions. It covers ground-based robotic, drones, as well as anti-drone solutions.

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Video: A new way forward in drone detection, identification

WhiteFox Defense CEO Luke Fox chats with SIW at CES 2020

The Meere Company demonstrated a wide range of ToF video surveillance cameras at CES 2020 performing functions like short-range object recognition and facial recognition as far as 14 meters away.

CES shows off security devices that intrigue

The expanding meaning of IoT and AI converge to create new possibilities

The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a new rule that would require most drones to be identifiable remotely.

FAA proposes rule that would require drones to be identifiable remotely

Rule change has reportedly been in the works for more than a year

Passive counter-drone systems typically leverage some form of RF scanning, radar, Lidar, video-based object recognition, and detection of drone connectivity suites.

Counter-Drone Tech

Security Business Dec. 2019 Cover Story: Active and passive drone defense technologies can provide integrators a path into a variety of vertical markets that are hungry for solutions

Although the FAA Reauthorization Act signed into law late last year gives the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) the authority to disable drones that pose a threat to buildings or other assets, the use of counter-drone technology is still limited to the federal government and military, leaving end-users and the vast majority of law enforcement agencies in a tough position. Even the limited authority given to DHS is now be called into question by lawmakers as recently released details on how the agency plans to mitigate the threat has raised concerns.

Federal, local use of counter-UAS solutions still up in the air

Despite rising threats, lawmakers have yet to settle issues surrounding the technology’s deployment

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Caught on Camera: Dedrone’s David Greenberg

SIW chats with counter-drone tech firm's VP of global sales at GSX 2019

In Maryland, police are using small unmanned aircraft to investigate crashes, photograph crime scenes and survey damage after severe weather.

Maryland police turning to drones to help some investigations

Privacy and civil liberties advocates raise surveillance concerns

Japan's Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Ministry recently announced that it has decided to install a system that detects unauthorized drones flying above airports.

Japan to install drone detectors at airports

Government plans to install system ahead of 2020 Olympics

Dedrone announced this week that it has acquired DroneDefender from Battelle.

Dedrone acquires DroneDefender tech from Battelle

Company launches consultancy, Dedrone Defense, providing authorized customers a complete, detect and defeat system to protect themselves against adversary drones

For military use and other applications, such as security, tethered drones can deliver persistent situational awareness. They connect to a base station, or vehicle, that provides continuous power and secure communications.

FLIR acquires tethered drone assets and technology from Aria Insights

Deal with UAS pioneer, formerly CyPhy Works, includes intellectual property, multiple patents

Since January 2018, about 75 new entrants have gained venture capital (VC) investment of over $900 million for physical security solutions in commercial and industrial buildings.

Physical security startups see influx of VC investment

Dedrone's counter-drone hardware and DroneTracker 3.5 software

Droneshield Rfzero

DroneShield's RfZero Drone Detector

DroneShield and Bosch have entered into a partnership in the counterdrone space under the Bosch Integration Partner Program (IPP).

Bosch partners with DroneShield in the counterdrone space

DroneShield's DroneGun MKIII Drone Jammer

Solution can effectively cover distances of 500m and under

The security integrator’s guide to launching a complementary drone services business (Security Business July 2019 cover story)

Money from the Sky

The security integrator’s guide to launching a complementary drone services business (Security Business July 2019 cover story)

Cobalt Robotics announced this week that it has raised $35 million in Series B financing. The financing was led by global technology investment firm, Coatue, and is intended for geographic expansion of services throughout the domestic United States.

Cobalt Robotics secures series B funding with Coatue

Financing round will expand Robots-as-a-Service throughout the U.S.

Over the last few decades, and more rapidly in the last few years, advancements in lighter and more powerful batteries and smaller camera technology has allowed for lighter payloads, which equates to lower cost and longer operating cycles.

6 reasons why your video management system needs a drone

Expanded surveillance, alarm and forensic capabilities push user case for technology

CBC America forms alliance with robotics provider Turing Video

Companies to introduce an autonomous security robot powered by video analytics; Demos announced for next week

Percepto is the only Drone-In-a-Box (DIB) solution providing a range of communications schemes to its global customers. It is also the sole DIB provider offering autonomous flights over cellular networks. This milestone prepares Percepto to provide its customers with significant operational advantages including better real-time video stream quality, reduced battery consumption, which means longer mission times and greater distances and readiness for greater data processing in real-time.

Percepto flies autonomous drones over 5G trial network

Percepto is the only Drone-In-a-Box (DIB) solution providing a range of communications schemes to its global customers

Percepto Sparrow Perimeter

Percepto to showcase Drone-in-a-Box solution at ISC West 2019

Percepto

Maker of on-site autonomous drone solutions for critical infrastructures and industrial sites

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected Mark McCourt as the recipient of the 2018 Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year Award, which recognizes SIA volunteers who have made tireless efforts to expand SIA’s programs and services.

SIA names Mark McCourt as 2018 'Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year'

McCourt, who leads SIA's Autonomous Robotics Working Group, will be honored during ISC West 2019

Cobalt Robotics will introduce a new door integration that enables its security robots to open and then pass through a secured door without human intervention at ISC West 2019.

Cobalt Robotics announces door integration solution

The first industry solution to allow robots to open doors

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Nimbo security robot from Segway and Turing Video

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Cobalt intelligent indoor security robot

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FLIR Systems has entered into an agreement to acquire Endeavor Robotics for $385 million.

FLIR acquires UGV maker Endeavor Robotics

Company continues to expand its unmanned systems capabilities with latest acquisition

The DRONE VOLT R&D teams have integrated the latest technologies in order to meet the numerous requirements for professional and industrial applications. The new DRONE VOLT CONTROL application enables simple and rapid mission programming.

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The Drone Volt R&D teams have integrated the latest technologies in order to meet the numerous requirements for professional and industrial applications