Perspecta, NextgenID Partner on Remote Identity Verification
Perspecta [PRSP] says it is partnering with NextgenID to develop an identity proofing solution to remotely assess and verify the identity of individuals who apply for credentials to gain physical and network access to government facilities. Under the collaboration, the solution combines Perspecta’s architecture, integration and operations expertise with NextgenID’s hardware and identity software. The solution includes a kiosk where applicants can their documents, have their fingerprints and photograph taken, and a remote verification officer conducts the entire process and guides users via live audio and video to validate the required information. The companies say remote identity verification is faster and safer given the risk of in-person meetings during the ongoing pandemic.
Sonin Hybrid Introduces Speedy Drone for First Responders
Sonin Hybrid unveiled a new drone, the Hybrid Recruit, that has a three-plus hour flight time and can reach speeds above 140 mph in support of missions of first responders. The drone is equipped with optical and night vision sensors, public address speakers, spotlight and additional sensors. Atlanta-based Sonin Hybrid is launching several beta programs with police and fire departments across the country to finalize which capabilities are most important to them.
UK Firm Blighter Introduces Drone Detection Radar
Blighter Surveillance Systems has launched the A800 3D drone detection radar which is designed to detect and locate commercial hobby drones in 3D space for land, air and sea surveillance. The United Kingdom-based company says an artificial intelligence-based Doppler target filtering feature helps to reduce false alarms and improve the detection of multi-copter and winged drones. “The new A800 tri-mode 3D radar offers revolutionary capabilities by performing precision surveillance in three complex environments at once using a single, cost effective sensor,” says Angus Hone, Blighter’s CEO. The company says the A800 is designed to operate in harsh conditions and temperatures, from negative 32 degrees Celsius to 65 degrees Celsius.
Smiths Detection Completes Installation of Inline EDS Systems at Airports in India
Smiths Detection says it has delivered and installed 34 CTX 9800 DSi checked baggage explosive detection systems (EDS) at 10 airports managed by Airports Authority India and one airport managed by Chandigarth for automatic inline screening of checked bags for explosives at 16 airports in India. The company also says it has received a new contract to install six additional units at five domestic airports across the country by the end of March 2021.