Fri, Feb 07, 2003
New Technology Aids In Columbia Shuttle Disaster
Recovery
The Columbia Shuttle disaster requires both manpower and
technology to find and recover the debris scattered across the
southern United States. Raytheon is assisting in the recovery with
a brand new, hi-tech SUV - The First Responder.
Because of the scarce communication during the
9/11 disaster, the vehicle was developed to allow multiple
emergency crews to communicate instantly with one another. Public
safety agencies can stay connected and respond faster in
emergencies. This SUV is equipped with a satellite
transmitter/receiver and keeps the lines of communication open
anywhere, anytime.
Here's What it Does:
Unified communications without replacing,
modifying, or upgrading radios or infrastructure equipment
Interoperability by linking incompatible radios, providing:
- Direct communications to responders
- Interagency communication
- Cell phone connections
- Local emergency telephone communications at incident site
Comprehensive incident command software that aids in:
- Unit assignments
- Personnel accountability tracking
- Asset allocation
- Activity logging
Onboard wireless LAN that allows:
- Live video from the incident location to be transmitted to the
Incident Commander, as well as local, state, and national
officials
- An Internet connection for mapping and information
retrieval
- Collaborative drawings and map annotation
- Scalability — from a basic unit to a fully capable
system
- Quick and easy operation at “Ground Zero”
- Ability to add additional sensors or devices
Readiness for future developments, including:
- Biological detectors
- Chemical detectors
- Infrared cameras
- Record logging, audio and video recording, and database
retrieval
It's $300,000.
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