Border Protecting Robot
As security is getting more and more important, the use of technology to enhance the security of a country is inevitable. In South Korea, the army uses modern robots developed by Samsung Techwin called Intelligent Surveillance and Guard Robot as multi-functional security guards to protect the borders of their country whose main features are tracking, firing and voice recognition capabilities.
The robot with surveillance and tracking system utilizes the Electron Multiplying Charge Coupled Device (EMCCD), Un-cooled Infra Red (IR) Camera, IR Illuminator and Laser Range Finder which have a daytime detection range of 4km and a nighttime detection range of 2km. Its tracking capabilities are 2km during daytime and 1km during nighttime. It can even detect multiple objects as well as zooming in on the object for a clearer view. Even if the object is moving would not obstruct the tracking capabilities of the robot as the camera installed has great flexibility to turn with the object.
This newly developed robot is equipped with weapons that enhance its capabilities to actively engage suspected targets and neutralize them. The installation of various lethal or non-lethal weapons together with high precision device is important for high firing accuracy. These designs allow a threat to be neutralized easily from a distance without killing them for future investigation.
Other than that, it has sophisticated communication and voice recognition system. This reduces the risks friendly fire as the robot is able to accept passwords which can identify the suspected target as a friend or enemy. The robot can also warn the suspect to surrender instead of shooting at it if the password doesn’t match. Therefore, the robust system is ideal to avoid unnecessary injury while still being able to capture suspects.
In short, this can enhance security at the borders against hostile intrusion. Human security guard can then act behind the scenes to observe and analyze the situation before ordering the robot to take steps to neutralize the suspect.
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