Description

This issue covers advancements in border security technology. Innovations profiled include:
Portable high performance multi-gas analyzer by Gasera Ltd.
Compact satellite communication solution for tactical UAVs by Cobham plc
Portable ground surveillance radar for border security by FLIR Systems Inc.
Digital terrain modelling solution by VizExperts
Radar-based surveillance at an affordable cost by Rockwell Collins
Platform for aerial surveillance by CONTROP Precision Technologies Ltd.
Carbon fiber composite-based UAV for long flight times by Thales Group
Holographic prints enabling better mission planning by Zebra Imaging

The Homeland Security TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) captures global innovations and developments related to homeland security on a monthly basis. Technologies enabling security segments, including incident management, border security, CBRNE, disaster management, cybersecurity, first responders, critical infrastructure protection, maritime security, food security, personal protective equipment, and airport security are captured in this TOE.

The need for low power, smaller, lighter sensors with enhanced performance attributes and minimal false alarms is driving innovations in the sensors space. The Sensors and Control cluster covers innovations pertaining to technologies such as wireless sensors and networks, energy harvesting, haptics and touch, MEMS and nanosensors, terahertz, ubiquitous/smart sensors, CBRNE, quantified-self, sensor fusion, M2M communications, and drones.

Keywords: Border security, border surveillance, UAV, radar