Mantaro Networks is developing Unmanned Search and Rescue Systems (USRS) in partnership with Beeper Communications to fill capability gaps identified by Homeland Security. The joint project focuses on autonomous operation of robotic unmanned devices, distributed-decentralised command-and-control algorithms, and a resilient broadband communications infrastructure to transfer high-bandwidth, media-rich data. The effort aims to produce a detailed Common Operational Picture (COP) to enable data sharing and eliminate interoperability challenges among responding agencies. Mantaro has demonstrated a fully functional UGV operable using Beeper’s cellular bonder as the sole network communication, allowing beyond-line-of-sight remote operation. The companies have a commercial agreement with Safety Dynamics to integrate gunshot-detection and sensor analytics into the UGV platform. Testing and development will involve existing Safety Dynamics customers and interested police departments, including Baltimore and Houston.

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Oct 2017