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ReconRobotics
world leader in tactical micro-robot systems |
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ReconRobotics
is the world leader in tactical micro-robot systems, an entirely new
class of robots that it first introduced in 2007. Worldwide, more than
3,700 of the company’s Recon Scout® and Throwbot® systems
have been deployed by the U.S. military and international friendly forces,
and by nearly 500 federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
These micro-robots protect the lives of law enforcement personnel and
warfighters by providing immediate situational awareness and greater
standoff distance during high-risk operations. Sublimely simple and
incredibly durable, the Throwbot XT weighs just 1.2lbs (540g), and yet
it can survive throws of 120 feet (36m) and deliver both video and audio
reconnaissance within dangerous environments.
ReconRobotics was formed in 2006 to commercialize robotics technology
developed at the University of Minnesota Distributed Robotics Laboratory
under funding from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA).
The company is headquartered in Edina, Minnesota, and bases its international
operations in Lugano, Switzerland. ReconRobotics now markets its products
through a distribution network in 33 countries. Among the users of its
robot systems are the U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps, as well as many
federal agencies, including the U.S. Marshals, DEA, Border Patrol, FBI
and ATF.
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| ReconRobotics
world leader of tactical micro-robot launches Recon Scout® XL reconnaissance
robot |
ReconRobotics,
Inc., the world leader in tactical micro-robot systems, announced April
23, 2013, that it will introduce the Recon Scout® XL reconnaissance
robot at the Counter Terror Expo in London on April 24. The 1.4-lb Recon
Scout XL is designed for use by law enforcement and military personnel
to conduct reconnaissance within challenging outdoor terrain as well
as within cluttered indoor environments. |
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Awarded $13.9 Million Contract by the U.S. Army |
EDINA,
Minn. – (June 27, 2012) ReconRobotics, Inc., the world leader
in tactical micro-robot systems, announced today that it has been awarded
a $13.9 million contract by the U.S. Army’s Rapid Equipping Force
for up to 1,000 miniature, throwable, mobile robots. The Indefinite
Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract will streamline the purchasing
process for deploying Army and Marine Corps units and speed delivery
on the company’s pre-priced micro-robot systems and accessories.
The U.S. Military is acquiring the micro-robots to provide four- and
five-man fire teams with immediate tactical reconnaissance during urban
warfare operations, surveillance missions and counter-IED efforts. ReconRobotics
has already received and begun delivering the first order under this
contract for 84 robots.
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Introduces The Throwbot XT Reconnaissance Robot |
EDINA,
Minn. – (June 8, 2012) ReconRobotics, Inc., the world leader in
tactical micro-robot systems, announced today that it will introduce
an advanced military and police robot with state-of-the-art reconnaissance
capabilities at the Eurosatory defense and security exhibition to be
held June 11-14 in Paris. The Throwbot® XT is a throwable, mobile
micro-robot that provides both audio and video reconnaissance of dangerous
environments. Military fire teams and SWAT personnel will use the new
micro-robot to quickly gain situational awareness during high-risk operations
and surveillance missions. |
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Establishes International Headquarters in Lugano, Switzerland. |
EDINA,
Minn. – (May 30, 2012) ReconRobotics, Inc., the world leader in
tactical micro-robot systems, announced today that it has established
its international headquarters in Lugano, Switzerland, signaling a significant
advancement in the company’s three-year global expansion. Known
as RRI Global SAGL, the new wholly owned subsidiary will oversee all
sales, marketing and customer service operations outside of North America.
Barry E.T. Harris MBE, the company’s Director of International
Programs, will lead RRI Global and direct the growth of its international
reseller network, which currently extends to 33 countries. |
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Delivers 13 Recon Scout XT Robots to DC Area Tactical Teams |
EDINA,
Minn. – (May 2, 2012) ReconRobotics, Inc. announced today that
the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG) has purchased
and taken delivery of 13 Recon Scout® XT micro-robot kits, which
it has distributed to pre-designated Type 1 tactical teams throughout
the Washington DC area. MWCOG purchased the tactical reconnaissance
robots using grant funds from the Urban Areas Security Initiative, which
were awarded to MWCOG in 2011. Area tactical and special operations
teams will use the throwable micro-robot systems during high-risk tactical
and counterterrorism operations to gain improved situational awareness
and greater standoff distance. |
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| Patents |
The
company has multiple robotics-related patents issued and pending, and
has a proven track record of reacting swiftly to customer needs with
new products, accessories and capabilities that keep its systems at
the forefront of military and law enforcement robotics. |
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| Company
Structure |
ReconRobotics
is a well-funded, private, investor-owned business that has strong cash
flow and an outstanding history of financial growth. |
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| Products |
The
company’s incredibly successful Recon Scout and Throwbot systems
are distinguished from all other tactical robots by their small size,
exceptional durability and ease of use. For example, the highly water
resistant Throwbot XT delivers both video and audio reconnaissance,
is equipped with an automatic infrared optical system and can traverse
cluttered indoor environments or outdoor landscapes. Moreover, it weighs
just 1.2lbs (540g). Operating the device requires no special training,
and it can be deployed in five seconds simply by pulling the activation
pin and throwing it into an environment. Once the robot has been deployed,
it can be directed to move through the environment and transmit video
back to a 1.6lb handheld Operator Control Unit (OCU). This Know Before
You Go® capability enables soldiers, EOD personnel, urban search
and rescue teams and law enforcement officers to gain critical situational
awareness before they enter the environment.
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Moreover,
unlike larger and more difficult to deploy robotic systems, the Throwbot
XT enables dismounted warfighters to maintain the tempo of operations
throughout their missions. The company has four distinct robots, each
designed to support different mission profiles:
– Recon Scout Throwbot LE
– Recon Scout IR
– Recon Scout UVI
– Throwbot XT
In addition, ReconRobotics manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio
of accessories that increase the utility and versatility of its robot
platforms. Among these are field charging systems for the robots and
OCUs, lightweight field repair kits that permit quick replacement of
key components, and a telescoping SearchStick® pole that attaches
to the robot and functions as a pole camera. ReconRobotics has a robust
and secure supply chain and can customize its commercial off-the-shelf
(COTS) products and accessories into configurations that maximize utility
to warfighters and enable swift delivery into combat zones. |
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Throwbot
XT Tactical Micro-Robot
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The
Throwbot® XT is a throwable micro-robot that enables operators
to obtain instantaneous video reconnaissance within indoor or
outdoor environments. The TXT weighs 1.2 pounds (540g) and can
be thrown up to 120 feet (36m). Once deployed, it can be directed
to quietly move through a structure and transmit real-time video
to the operator’s handheld OCU. This video can be used to
locate and identify subjects, confirm the presence of hostages,
and reveal the layout of rooms. The TXT is equipped with an infrared
optical system that automatically turns on when the ambient light
is low, and it can transmit video up to 100 feet (30m) through
walls, windows and doors to the OCU. The robot may be specified
in any of three pre-determined transmitting frequencies, allowing
users to operate up to three robots in the same environment at
the same time. When used in tandem with a Recon Scout SearchStickTM,
it can also function as a pole camera to facilitate the inspection
of attics, rooftops and crawl spaces.
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XT - With Audio Tactical Micro-Robot |
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Throwbot® XT with Audio is a throwable micro-robot that enables
operators to obtain instantaneous video and audio reconnaissance
within indoor or outdoor environments. The TXTa weighs 1.2 pounds
(540g) and can be thrown up to 120 feet (36m). Once deployed,
it can be directed to quietly move through a structure and transmit
real-time video and audio to the handheld Operator Control Unit
II (OCU II). These reconnaissance features can be used to locate
and identify subjects, confirm the presence of hostages, listen
in on conversations, and reveal the layout of rooms. The TXTa
is equipped with an infrared optical system that automatically
turns on when the ambient light is low, and it can transmit video
and audio up to 100 feet (30m) through walls, windows and doors
to the OCU. The robot may be specified in any of three pre determined
transmitting frequencies, allowing users to operate up to three
robots in the same environment at the same time. When used in
tandem with a Recon Scout SearchStickTM, it can also function
as a pole camera to facilitate the inspection of attics, rooftops
and crawl spaces. |
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| Recon
Scout Operator Control Unit (OCU) II |
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Recon Scout® Operator Control Unit II (OCU II) is equipped
with integral, rotating antennas that are always attached, making
for quicker activation and increased robustness. The OCU II works
with the Throwbot® XT and any new Recon Scout micro-robot,
including the Recon Scout IR, Recon Scout UVI and Recon Scout
Throwbot LE. The OCU II is matched to the robot at the time of
manufacturing and can be specified in any one of the ReconRobotics
frequency channels. When paired with the Throwbot XT, it is capable
of receiving both audio and video transmissions from the robot,
and comes equipped with Audio Out and Video Out jacks. The OCU
II weighs just 1.6lbs (.73kg) and features a single joystick,
which allows an operator to direct the movement of the robot with
just one hand. |
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| Recon
Scout SearchStick |
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Recon Scout® SearchStick device enables tactical and patrol
personnel to instantly convert any Recon Scout robot into a versatile
pole camera. It allows tactical operators to maintain standoff
distance when clearing elevated/confined spaces, including walled
compounds, elevated windows, stairwells, attics, ventilation ducts,
crawl spaces, tunnels and vehicle undercarriages.
Simply grasp the Recon Scout robot in the powered jaws of the
pole and extend the pole to the necessary length. The robot then
transmits live video of the environment to the Operator Control
Unit (OCU). In addition, the SearchStick allows an operator to
quietly deploy the robot into an elevated or confined environment
while maintaining a safe standoff distance and later retrieve
the robot when the reconnaissance has been completed.
The SearchStick pole has a collapsed length of 20.5 inches (52cm)
and can be extended to a length of 72 inches (183cm). |
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