Little Ripper - Drone Lifesaver
Multi Tasking Flying Drone - Alert, Search and Rescue Source: The Little Ripper Award Winning Drone Innovation from Down Under It's called the Little Ripper. It's a 3.2 foot, remotely piloted, flying drone invented by The Ripper Group of Australia and co-developed by the University of Technology-Sydney. It's been cited as one of the top 100 security innovations of 2018. They are currently being deployed in Australia, including for water rescues. Shark Alert System The drones come in single and multi rotor versions and are customized for search, rescue and lifesaving operations. They use multiple strategies including deploying rescue devices and communicating with those in need of assistance. Its HD cameras use artificial intelligence. Little Ripper is being used off Sydney to sight sharks (distinguishing them from other marine animals) and alert swimmers. Successful Rescues The drone also flies on search and rescue missions. R...