Year: 2017

Motorola Solutions has launched new integrated software-based communication solutions built specifically for the needs of police and first responders. From the field to the command center, these technologies combine the power of Motorola Solutions’ mission-critical ASTRO® 25 land-mobile radio (LMR) systems and public safety broadband. “Motorola Solutions’ LMR systems are built with multiple layers of resiliency and are trusted by first responders day-to-day, and during disasters like hurricanes and wildfires when instant communication is essential to help people in life-and-death situations,” said Bruce Brda, Executive Vice President, Product & Solutions, Motorola Solutions, “We are introducing new solutions and future concepts that use ASTRO 25 for mission-critical voice communications and public safety broadband to share data for actionable intelligence. Together, these technologies provide a powerful combination of solutions to help improve the safety of first responders and the people they protect.” Responder alerts When every second counts, police officers need to keep their eyes up and hands free for fast response in any situation. With Motorola Solutions Responder Alert, a series of actions and notifications are automated to keep officers focused on the mission at hand. Motorola Solutions teamed up with providers of public safety equipment to integrate Responder Alert into products police officers use every day. For example, when an officer pulls his gun out of his holster, Responder Alert will immediately notify command and can automatically turn on the officer’s Motorola Solutions Si500 body-worn camera to begin recording events. Working with Safariland, a leading provider of holsters to law enforcement, helps ensure that Responder Alert technology is fully integrated into an agency’s operations from day one, without the need to retrofit or test new holsters. Using sensors from Yardarm Technologies integrated in the officer’s weapon, Responder Alert can detect if a gun is fired and immediately notify command. This not only helps maximize officer safety, it can also be critical in establishing a timeline of events for the post-incident investigation. Alerts are communicated automatically on an ASTRO 25 LMR system using Motorola Solutions APXTM two-way radios or on broadband networks when using Motorola Solutions LTE devices such as the LEX F10, certified for FirstNet. The FirstNet network is a U.S. nationwide, interoperable broadband network dedicated to first responders when they need it. Working with AT&T, Motorola Solutions is helping deliver the broadband devices and solutions that public safety needs. Using Motorola Solutions’ CommandCentral Inform software for aggregated location-based data, agency commanders see events on their computer screens as they populate a timeline that includes real-time location information. CommunityConnect A new mobile app, CommunityConnect, is the next evolution of engagement tools used by citizens to send non-emergency incident reports and easily track their status. They can also anonymously report all types of crimes and submit multimedia evidence such as videos and pictures.  Additionally, public safety agencies can broadcast alerts to keep residents informed of emergency situations in the local area and proactively share local crime data on a map enabled by CrimeReports. All data captured through CommunityConnect can be easily stored using CommandCentral Vault evidence management for historical reference. Future Incident Command Motorola Solutions is showcasing a future incident command concept demonstration that uses mixed reality for a multi-dimensional view of events as they unfold for a SWAT team. An augmented-reality headset will provide a birds-eye view into the role of an incident commander who is coordinating a tactical response away from the incident. Drones at the scene provide videos and a holistic view of buildings. A holographic 3-D model can be viewed from any direction, similar to a physical object located on a table right in front of the commander. The location of first responders and other people at the scene is quickly seen on live diagrams and via video feeds. In this demonstration, first responders communicate using a dedicated LMR system and real-time data is shared through a secure broadband network. Commanders see events as they unfold. They have the situational awareness needed to make the right decisions that can be quickly communicated with first responders in the field. PSX App Suite Motorola Solutions PSX App Suite operates seamlessly with both LMR and broadband networks, and provides a streamlined experience to help officers stay focused on the environment around them. It is an ecosystem of interoperable applications built for the needs of first responders and includes push-to-talk (PTT), messaging and mapping apps. Demonstrating the flexible nature of PSX apps, Motorola Solutions will show a new concept demo that integrates BlueLine Grid’s mass notification alert technology for crisis communications between people and organizations. It provides simplified communications during major incidents, eliminating the need to manually contact command staff and responders one-by-one. Large-scale emergency teams can be formed instantly for fast incident response. BlueLine Grid is a Motorola Solutions Venture Capital company.

Teijin Aramid has recently introduced the Teijinconex® Coolnex Super Wicking Fabric, a lighter, softer and more comfortable flame resistant fabric. The outstanding feature of this new fabric is a quick dry absorption of perspiration without losing its flame resistance. An innovation that is fulfilling the needs of the work wear industry. This state-of-the-art single layer fabric combines the best in personal protection fabrics with high performance sports textiles. It offers unmatched thermal protective performance standing tough against heat, flames and flash fire. Designed to breathe, the fabric allows the sweat to move from the body to outside, producing a cotton like feel. The moisture wicking capability outperforms competing fabrics like cotton, viscose or traditional aramid fabrics. The fabric is reinforced with high performance Twaron® or Technora® para-aramid fibers for superior strength and durability. Garments made with Teijinconex® Coolnex Super Wicking Fabric not only retain their protective properties after thermal exposure, they also remain comfortable and service worthy longer. Christian Norhausen, Business Department, Heat & Cut Protection at Teijin Aramid said, “With our long history and experience in professional protective apparel and sportswear we designed a fabric that brings comfort in flame resistant work wear to the next level. The intrinsically built-in flame resistance and moisture dry release properties make this a truly outstanding fabric for everyday use.”

Dahua Technology’s network video recorders (NVRs) now have a direct integration with IP-based outdoor detectors from GJD Manufacturing Limited. This integration provides users with high-quality and reliable detector-activated surveillance and monitoring. D-TECT IP detectors and Clarius PLUS IP illuminators have been integrated with Dahua’s NVR6-4KS2 range, an enterprise-level NVR providing up to 4K resolution. Its open architecture supports multi-user access and it is compatible with ONVIF 2.4, enabling interoperability when combined with third-party 4K cameras. The NVR includes intelligent video analytics to detect people and moving objects, as well as other predetermined events such as abandoned or missing objects, tripwire detection, people counting and facial detection. The integration was achieved by incorporating GJD’s API on a special firmware that enables the NVR to accept alarms from the detectors and link them to the recorder’s functions. The BS8418-compliant IP detectors are suitable for intruder monitoring, CCTV surveillance and other alarm warning requirements, providing both volumetric and long-range narrow field-of-view sensing, plus remote programming. Daniel Chau, Dahua Overseas Marketing Director said, “We are thrilled to have integrated our class-leading NVRs with GJD’s IP detectors, providing a professional detection and alarm monitoring solution that is a fantastic addition to our security portfolio.” Mark Tibbenham, GJD’s Managing Director commented, “We are delighted to partner with Dahua Technology, a leading solution provider in the global video surveillance industry. The integration of Dahua’s surveillance products with GJD’s D-TECT IP motion detectors and Clarius illuminators will provide users with high-quality, reliable and efficient surveillance solutions.” To provide increasingly advanced products and solutions to its customers globally, Dahua is continuously investing in R&D and cooperation with world-class partners. With a mission of enabling a safer society and smarter living, Dahua will continue to focus on ‘Innovation, Quality, and Service’ to serve partners and customers around the world.

STMicroelectronics is leading the race to protect connected cars against cyber threats with its latest automotive processors that feature a dedicated, built-in security module. Millions of connected cars are already on the road, and industry analysts predict there will be more than 250 million by 2020. Connected services supported by on-board telematics units, Wi-Fi hotspots, Bluetooth® devices – and aftermarket equipment such as on-board diagnostics (OBD) dongles – enable drivers and passengers to be safer, more productive, socially connected, and better entertained on their journeys. Unfortunately, this connectivity builds a real surface of attack for hackers. Automotive groups are quickly addressing security measures to support growth in valuable markets for connected services such as content streaming, location-based assistance, intelligent emergency support, and remote software updates over the air of in-car electronic control units (ECU), while preventing hackers exploiting the connections for their own ends. Experts recommend manufacturers employ a range of techniques, including establishing trust in connected devices and securing all connections, to provide multiple layers of defense throughout the vehicle’s circuitry and software. ST is helping the industry meet these challenges by combining its expertise in security chips – proven in financial and government applications worldwide – and automotive semiconductors that meet important industry safety and quality standards. The new Telemaco3P telematics and connectivity processors (STA1385 and its variants) are the first automotive microprocessors to integrate a powerful, dedicated, isolated Hardware Security Module (HSM), which acts like an independent security guard to watch data exchanges and encrypt and authenticate messages. The HSM securely checks the authenticity of received messages and any external devices that try to connect and protects against eavesdropping. With this HSM on-chip, Telemaco3P devices are ahead of the general-purpose application processors typically found in current connected-car systems, which lack dedicated hardware-based security. ST’s new chips are also extremely robust, with a 105°C maximum temperature rating for use in locations that can become extremely hot such as on the top or directly beneath the roof in a smart antenna. “Realizing the benefits of connected cars requires strong protection against cyber-attacks,” said Antonio Radaelli, Infotainment Business Unit Director, Automotive and Discrete Product Group, STMicroelectronics, “Our new Telemaco3P processors combine ST’s proven expertise in hardware security and knowledge of the automotive industry’s standards and requirements to lay solid ground for safe and enjoyable connected motoring.”

False alarms are expensive, disruptive and – if not recognized early – are a burden on response teams and emergency services. Today around 85% of all alarms detected and reported by intrusion systems are false alarms – no incident has happened. This increases the burden on intervention forces, which leads to longer response times and ultimately reduces the very security that the system was installed to satisfy. The clear majority of these false alarms are not caused by the malfunction of a detection device, but by the user. Reducing these figures is becoming critical to the future acceptance and performance of intrusion systems. In combating this inconvenience, central monitoring stations (CMS) working with Vanderbilt’s SPC intrusion system quickly, efficiently, and correctly identify the source of the alarm. SPC’S high-speed internet connections offer central monitoring stations a fast transfer of pre-alarm and post-alarm audio and video data. It also grants immediate live access to video data, as well as immediate live audio listen-in and talk-in capabilities. As a direct consequence, the number of needless call-outs due to false alarms can be significantly reduced. Moreover, privacy protection is guaranteed as users only need to review assets if there is an alarm.