Lightning Round 4 - Drones on the Frontline of Homeland Security
October 26, 2022
Small uncrewed aerial systems (sUAS) are making dramatic changes for America’s first responders. From enhanced public safety to concerns about a surveillance state, this lightning talk looks at the state of the art. Are drones a turning point for homeland security or just marketing hype? See why drones are truly game changing for one California police department.
Session
HSEF 2022
Speakers
Steven King
HSEG Member
Senior Manager, Center for Securing the Homeland, The MITRE Corporation
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