iRobot's REDOWL sniper-detecting PackBot is available in "Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) quantities of 20 to 40 units, with the first deliveries available six months from receipt of the order," according to iRobot. The question is, will anybody buy it? The specialized prototype would seem perfect if you are facing a likely sniper situation, but will a soldier have time to go get the robot, then bring it in, then send in the robot, then figure out from the robot where the sniper is, etc.?
I'd imagine that when they add the capability of firing back with precision -- which has been talked about previously -- these PackBots will be much more desirable...
Tags: iRobot, PackBot
Friday, July 11, 2008
iRobot offering REDOWL sniper-detecting robot for sale -- Will the Army buy it?
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