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  • DroneSense Announces General Availability of Drone as First Responder Solution for Public Safety

    DroneSense Announces General Availability of Drone as First Responder Solution for Public Safety

    This breakthrough technology allows public safety agencies to remotely operate and deploy drones in emergencies, giving first responders a real-time view of what is happening before they arrive at the scene.

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    Oct 11, 2022


    AUSTIN, Texas, October 11, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    DroneSense (www.dronesense.com), developers of the most trusted and reliable software platform for public safety drone operations, today announced the general availability of DroneSense Remote and Axon Air Remote powered by DroneSense. This breakthrough technology allows public safety agencies to remotely operate and deploy drones in emergencies, giving first responders a real-time view of what is happening before they arrive at the scene.

    Many public safety agencies have drone programs where officers or firefighters operate a drone on scene while responding to an incident. Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programs go further, providing vital situational awareness on calls for service even before personnel arrives on scene. This approach protects both communities and public safety by giving agencies more time and information to determine the most appropriate response to a situation. The system retains detailed records of every flight, so that agencies can easily maintain transparency and accountability regarding their use of the technology within the communities they serve.

    Agencies looking to start a DFR program now have everything they need for remote operations, thanks to DroneSense and Axon Air powered by DroneSense. DroneSense Remote and Axon Air Remote allow agencies to respond to any 911 call within seconds, with a single mouse click. The platform enables a teleoperator to remotely pilot drones from anywhere and aims to improve tactical decision-making and improve efficiency with fewer officer dispatches. Additionally, Axon Air Remote works seamlessly with Axon Evidence, Axon’s digital evidence management system, and Axon Respond, Axon’s real-time operations solution.

    “We are excited to offer first responders the most advanced and comprehensive remote flying experience through DroneSense and Axon Air,” said Chris Eyhorn, CEO of DroneSense. “DroneSense Remote is leading the industry with innovation and support for more drone models than any other platform, allowing agencies of all sizes and budgets to increase officer safety, improve incident response time, and achieve better outcomes.”

    With thousands of operational flights across leading agencies over the past few months, DroneSense Remote and Axon Air Remote have set a new bar for speed and precision in public safety remote drone operations and established an exciting new option for modern policing. The platform allows agencies to create fully-customizable flights to fit their needs, including flying DFR missions Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) under an FAA waiver or remaining within Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) under an existing Certificate of Authorizations (COA) or Part 107 regulations. Built-in preflight checks, simple user interface, customizable geofences, continuous network integrity monitoring, and emergency landing sites create the industry’s safest approach for demanding operational environments. DroneSense Remote and Axon Air Remote even adjust for elevated takeoff locations to ensure strict adherence to designated flight altitudes.

    “DroneSense Remote is the platform that has enhanced our drone program,” said Sgt. Daniel Anders with the San Antonio Police Department. “We now utilize drones to respond to calls for service much faster than we can with other assets.“

    DroneSense Remote is available for the DroneSense platform, and Axon Air Remote is available for the Axon Air powered by DroneSense platform. DroneSense and Axon Air Remote applications work with public safety’s most popular drones, including the DJI Matrice 300, Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual and Zoom, and DJI’s new Matrice 30 and Mavic 3 Enterprise series drones.

    To learn more about DroneSense Remote, please visit www.dronesense.com/remote or for Axon Air Remote, please visit www.axon.com/products/axon-air.

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  • Hidden Level Helps Secure Large-Scale Public Events With Innovative Drone Detection

    Hidden Level Helps Secure Large-Scale Public Events With Innovative Drone Detection

    Developer of drone detection sensors will again support the public safety mission for the New York State Fair, one of the nation’s largest public events.

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    Aug 15, 2022


    SYRACUSE, N.Y., August 15, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    The New York State Fair is one of the nation’s biggest public events, drawing more than 1 million people each year. As the Fair opens on Aug. 24, the New York State Police will again rely on Hidden Level, developers of sensor solutions for low-altitude airspace monitoring, to provide drone tracking services, enabling law enforcement drone mitigation response for any unauthorized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in public spaces.

    Hidden Level provides the world’s first low-altitude airspace monitoring service for both security and air traffic needs. The airspace monitoring service (AMS) is a cloud-based, scalable and cost-effective solution that integrates directly into virtually any video management software, security operations center or situational awareness platform.

    “Airspace monitoring in public venues is only increasing in importance as drone technologies become an everyday reality,” said Jeff Cole, chief executive officer and co-founder. “Our partnership with the New York State Fair demonstrates the power of a counter-unmanned aircraft system (CUAS) in enhancing public safety, and its value for any major outdoor event. We’re pleased to be able to assist the Fair again this year.”

    Hidden Level debuted at the New York State Fair in 2021 and completed 18 full days of AMS across 5+ square miles of the Empire Expo Center, also known as the New York State Fairgrounds.

    Over the course of the mission, Hidden Level’s CUAS monitor tracked cooperative and non-cooperative drones, including multi-drone scenarios, and provided Fair organizers with statistics and debrief deliverables. Among the findings:

    • Identified 211 drone events, excluding known New York State Police and cooperating agency flights.
    • Several were multiple events from a single drone operator.
    • Most drone activity occurs in evening hours, with consistent activity also occurring in early morning.
    • Identified multiple drones flying above the maximum legal altitude of 400 feet.

    Tracking potentially illegal drone flights illustrates the burden on collaborating public safety organizations and security teams. Hidden Level’s technology assists those agencies by easily integrating with common security platforms to protect large coverage areas.

    Unlike many other drone-monitoring solutions, Hidden Level is completely software-based with no expensive hardware to repurchase and update. Clients like the New York State Police receive quarterly updates from Hidden Level to keep systems equipped with the latest technology.

    Following this year’s New York State Fair, Hidden Level is finalizing updated permanent installation sites to provide comprehensive coverage of the surrounding Onondaga Lake area, St Joseph’s Lakeview Amphitheatre, and Fairgrounds for year-round usage during public events and concerts.

    “We are excited to continue our partnership with the New York State Police and give law enforcement the additional capabilities they need as drone usage continues to grow,” said James Licata, Hidden Level’s VP of Strategy & Partnerships.

    For more information, visit: http://www.hiddenlevel.com.

    About Hidden Level

    Founded in 2018, Hidden Level is led by a team of skilled sensor experts with more than a decade of experience building innovative sensor solutions for both military and commercial customers. Hidden Level’s airspace monitoring service delivers the only industry solution that provides secure, accurate low-altitude airspace monitoring at scale. By eliminating the burden of owning, operating and maintaining expensive and rapidly changing sensor technology equipment, Hidden Level provides its customers only what is necessary—real-time, actionable data at a fraction of the cost.

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    Maria Penaloza
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  • Hidden Level Emerges as an Industry Leader in Low-Altitude Drone Sensing Software

    Hidden Level Emerges as an Industry Leader in Low-Altitude Drone Sensing Software

    Hidden Level’s mission is to develop the most reliable and scalable sensor technology for a safer and smarter world.

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    Jul 18, 2022


    SYRACUSE, N.Y., July 18, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    Hidden Level, a leading developer of scalable sensor infrastructure capable of monitoring low-altitude airspace, has emerged as a leading SaaS provider in the drone industry and the world’s first low-altitude air traffic data service. Through its distributed sensor network, the Syracuse-based company provides situational awareness of possible unauthorized drones in public spaces and ensures the safety of the National Airspace System (NAS) at low altitudes.

    Hidden Level’s Airspace Monitoring System (AMS) is a cloud-based solution that uses passive RF technology to provide real-time location data for unmanned aircraft. Sensors are strategically installed on existing infrastructure, buildings, rooftops, and cell towers. AMS data is compatible with many popular security platform providers and data integrates directly into facilities’ existing video management systems, security operations centers, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) service supplier platforms as a simple add-on service via GeoJSON-based API.

    “As cities become smarter and technology becomes more advanced, it’s important to have systems in place to ensure the safe use of drones,” said Jeff Cole, CEO and co-founder of Hidden Level. “Hidden Level is committed to advancing the unmanned aerial systems industry, and we’re excited to offer a scalable solution that frees organizations from the burden of owning and maintaining expensive technology.”

    With over 900,000 registered drones in the U.S. and an innumerable number of unregistered ones, drone detection has grown into a complex problem in public venues and crowded spaces. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), over 100 drone sightings are reported a month on average at U.S. airports by citizens, pilots, and law enforcement.

    The proliferation of consumer drones and the potential use of commercial drones for e-commerce delivery presents new challenges for ensuring safe drone operations. Current solutions and existing technologies do not scale for the large area coverage needed for major cities. In comparison, 10 of Hidden Level’s installations can detect drones over an entire major metropolitan area such as Washington, DC.

    Hidden level has raised nearly $21 million in venture funding, with the latest round led by Lobby Capital and participation from investors including Lockheed Martin, Alsop Louie Partners, Pipeline Capital, Quest Venture Partners, Lauder Partners, and more.

    For more information, visit: http://www.hiddenlevel.com.

    Media Inquiries: info@hiddenlevel.com

    About Hidden Level

    Founded in 2018, Hidden Level is led by a team of skilled sensor experts with more than a decade of experience building innovative sensor solutions for both military and commercial customers. Hidden Level’s airspace monitoring service delivers the only industry solution that provides secure, accurate low-altitude airspace monitoring at scale. By eliminating the burden of owning, operating and maintaining expensive and rapidly changing sensor technology equipment, Hidden Level provides its customers only what is necessary—real-time, actionable data at a fraction of the cost.

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    Maria Penaloza
    maria.penaloza@newswire.com

    Source: Hidden Level

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  • DroneSense Launches Remote Drone Operations Software Designed for Public Safety

    DroneSense Launches Remote Drone Operations Software Designed for Public Safety

    Fly From Anywhere — Advanced Remote Drone Operations Software Allows Pilots to Operate From Across the Street or Around the World

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    Mar 29, 2022


    AUSTIN, Texas, March 29, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    DroneSense (www.dronesense.com), makers of the most trusted and reliable public safety drone platform, today announced the launch of DroneSense Remote (DSR) for first responders—a game-changing drone remote control capability that integrates seamlessly into the DroneSense industry-standard software platform and allows pilots the ability to operate drones with manual and fully-automated flights controlled from anywhere in the world.

    DSR provides pilots effortless control with help from the world’s most intuitive gaming controller and near-zero latency. With DSR, the flying experience is so precise that even indoor missions can be flown from locations thousands of miles away. Using built-in preflight checks, customizable geofences, continuous network integrity monitoring, and emergency landing sites, DSR creates the industry’s safest approach for demanding environments. DSR even accounts for elevated takeoff locations to ensure strict adherence to designated flight altitudes.

    “We’re thrilled to offer first responders the most advanced drone flying experience designed specifically for ever-changing missions and extreme environments,” said Chris Eyhorn, CEO of DroneSense. “DroneSense Remote gives pilots more control, allows on-scene resources to focus on the mission, and provides an entirely new layer of safety.”

    In collaboration with Collier County Sheriff’s Office, Collier County, FL, DroneSense has worked to address key challenges in public safety remote drone operations. In addition to educating DroneSense about the real-world problems faced by their first responders, Collier County has inspired, reviewed, and tested each phase of the DSR development. As a result, DroneSense has created a more intuitive way to fly drones remotely, offer fully integrated fleet management and maintenance systems, provide text and email notifications for drone launch events, and advanced GIS integration.

    “This new capability from DroneSense fits well with our Aerial First Responder program and this innovative remote technology instantly adds a new tool for our deputies to complete their missions and keep our community safe,” said Kevin J. Rambosk, Collier County Sheriff. “Each time we deploy our drones through DroneSense, we do so knowing our community members and our deputies are safer.”

    DSR gives agencies of all sizes extreme flexibility in how and when they fly. Options include flying Drone as First Responder (DFR) missions under an FAA waiver or remaining within visual line of sight and using existing COA or Part 107 authorities. DSR’s innovative user-friendly site profiles allow pilots to create fully customizable flight restrictions for fixed and dynamic operations.

    Using DSR, the remote operator can launch a drone in almost any format, including street address, intersections, GPS coordinates, or by simply clicking a location on a map using a web browser. The drone flies to the incident site quickly and safely using onboard sensors and geo fences while seamlessly streaming live video and flight data into the comprehensive situational awareness platform. DSR takes safety further than ever by providing information such as estimated time en route, how long the drone can remain onsite, and displaying designated emergency landing sites in a clean, map-driven experience.

    DSR is available for the DroneSense and Axon Air powered by DroneSense platforms. DSR currently supports flights using DJI M300 and Mavic aircraft and is in the process of integrating additional aircraft models already supported by the DroneSense software platform.

    To learn more about DSR, please visit www.dronesense.com/remote.

    Source: DroneSense

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