A new robotics unit will oversee operations of Austin PD drones. By Jim Magill The police department in the city of Austin, Texas plans to create a new Robotics Unit to oversee the operations of its drone fleet. Within the next several months, the Austin Police Department is expected to request that the City Council approve funding for the creation of the unit, Assistant … [Read more...] about Austin PD Drones: Department to Launch Robotics Unit
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DJI Still Dominates Public Safety Sector, Survey Finds
A newly released market survey by AIRT and DRONERESPONDERS reveals that DJI continues to dominate the public safety sector, holding more than 90% of the market share: while Autel Robotics holds the number 2 position. The research was performed by Airborne International Response Team (AIRT), the leading 501(c)3 non-profit organization supporting the use of unmanned systems for … [Read more...] about DJI Still Dominates Public Safety Sector, Survey Finds
A Deep Insider’s Look at a Rugged Terrain Mission to Investigate a Helicopter Crash with Drones
Crash site investigation with drones has emerged as a leading application for unmanned systems in public safety. Gathering data that can be used by investigators in a courtroom, however, requires careful mission planning. Here, sUAS expert and industry figure Douglas Spotted Eagle of Sundance Media provides a detailed insider's view of a helicopter crash site … [Read more...] about A Deep Insider’s Look at a Rugged Terrain Mission to Investigate a Helicopter Crash with Drones
Drones as a First Responder: Tijuana Public Safety Department Launches Program
We've written before about the aerial telepresence platform from Cape - and its successful use as part of the UAS Integration Pilot Program in the U.S. Now, Cape announces that the Tijuana Public Safety Department and Cape will partner to launch Mexico’s first "Drone as a First Responder Program." Drones as First Responder is a program that could revolutionize law enforcement … [Read more...] about Drones as a First Responder: Tijuana Public Safety Department Launches Program
