The 6-wheeled robot that checks out dangerous situations so humans don’t have to
At first glance, you might think you're looking at something straight out of a science fiction movie, but what you're actually looking at is PIPE-i, an incredible six-wheeled robot designed to meet real-world challenges. Developed by leading New Zealand engineering company Beca, PIPE-i is a robotic survey vehicle that boldly ventures into dangerous, confined spaces […]
New NYC Council bill would limit pepper spray use in jails except in emergency situations
A new proposal being considered by the New York City Council would limit corrections officers’ use of pepper spray to control unruly inmates in the city’s jails. The bill, introduced Thursday, would require corrections officers to get permission from patrol commanders before using the powerful oleoresin capsicum spray, also known as pepper spray, on inmates, […]