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A robotic dog named Spirit is being trained on Mount Hood to navigate rugged terrain in preparation for future missions to the moon and other planets. The research, part of the LASSIE Project involving experts from NASA and five universities, aims to gather data on how the robot interacts with different surfaces, providing insights into planetary formations and movements.
A robotic police dog named Roscoe, part of the Massachusetts state police bomb squad, was shot and disabled by a person barricaded in a home, but credited with averting bloodshed by providing critical room clearance and situational awareness capabilities. The incident highlighted the benefits of using mobile robots in tactical missions involving armed suspects, and Boston Dynamics, the company that made the robotic dog, stated that it was the first time one of their robots had been shot. The shooter's identity and charges they may face have not been disclosed, and the robotic dog will be replaced by a new unit sent to state police after being repaired by Boston Dynamics.
New York City officials have unveiled three new high-tech policing devices, including a robotic dog named Digidog, a GPS tracker for stolen cars, and a cone-shaped security robot. The devices will be deployed in risky situations like hostage standoffs and subway stations. Critics have questioned the need for the high-tech devices and accused Mayor Eric Adams of overspending the NYPD's budget. However, Adams defended the use of the devices, saying they are smart ways of using good technologies.
New York City officials have unveiled three new high-tech policing devices, including a robotic dog named Digidog, a GPS tracker for stolen cars, and a cone-shaped security robot. The devices will be deployed in a transparent and consistent manner, according to police Commissioner Keechant Sewell. The 70-pound Digidog will be used in risky situations like hostage standoffs, while the tracking system called StarChase will allow police to track stolen cars. Civil libertarians and police reform advocates have criticized the move, calling it an overspending of the NYPD's budget.