Singapore’s main international airport continues its continuous deployment of police robots following a successful trial of the technology.
The wheeled vehicles are equipped with cameras, sensors, a display and a siren, according to local news outlet Straits Times.
They can autonomously navigate airport lounges, and built-in speakers allow a remote police officer to communicate directly with those nearby. Built-in microphones also make it easy for travelers to contact a staff member should assistance be required.
The robots are 5 feet 7 inches (170 centimeters) tall, but can reach much higher heights with a retractable camera mast on top, giving the operational police department a clear view of the robot’s immediate surroundings.
The Singapore Police Force recently confirmed that two robots have been deployed in Terminal 4 of Changi Airport, and there are plans to deploy these devices in other parts of the city-state.
Commenting on the robot recruits, Superintendent Lim Ke Wei of the Airport Police Department said: “These patrol robots work autonomously alongside our officers, providing additional surveillance and support on the ground. The integration of robotics improves the efficiency and capabilities of our frontline officers, allowing them to perform their tasks more efficiently.”
Police departments around the world are experimenting with robotic technology to see if it can help with the day-to-day duties of police officers.
The New York Police Department, for example, recently brought several robots to the streets of the city. This is actually the second attempt to deploy autonomous police robots after public outcry over costs and privacy halted similar efforts two years ago.
Source: Digital Trends
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