Read the article Jim. Until now, the technology was only available for military applications – similar to how GPS was used by the government for almost 15 years before being released for civilian use.
Did it actually prevent or assist with any military shootings? There have been a few and I would just be curious if and how it assisted with these events. I am not doubting the technology, but how pervasive does the installation need to be? Imagine if we have to install this system in every school, business, and public place. I can see why the developer wants this to “take off”. Just sayin’.
How would this system have saved lives at Ft Hood with all the innocent soldiers being unarmed and unable to defend themselves? Would the MP’s have arrived one minute sooner?
In a campus shooting, many people will call 911 with many different locations of where shots were heard. Some reports will correctly identify the area, some are echoes. First responders then have to check multiple locations which may lead to a delay in finding the shooter and lead to more casualties.
This system will hopefully reduce or eliminate that issue and help institutions provide a more effective response.
As someone involved in health, safety, and emergency response in a higher education setting, I see this as a great marketing step. Just like Ford in the early 1980’s equipping all fleet models with airbags. The insurance companies switched their fleet to 100% Ford.
Haven’t had a gun shot on campus in over 20 years! Glad they installed this system now.
Read the article Jim. Until now, the technology was only available for military applications – similar to how GPS was used by the government for almost 15 years before being released for civilian use.
Did it actually prevent or assist with any military shootings? There have been a few and I would just be curious if and how it assisted with these events. I am not doubting the technology, but how pervasive does the installation need to be? Imagine if we have to install this system in every school, business, and public place. I can see why the developer wants this to “take off”. Just sayin’.
How would this system have saved lives at Ft Hood with all the innocent soldiers being unarmed and unable to defend themselves? Would the MP’s have arrived one minute sooner?
It sounds like a solution in search of a problem.
In a campus shooting, many people will call 911 with many different locations of where shots were heard. Some reports will correctly identify the area, some are echoes. First responders then have to check multiple locations which may lead to a delay in finding the shooter and lead to more casualties.
This system will hopefully reduce or eliminate that issue and help institutions provide a more effective response.
As someone involved in health, safety, and emergency response in a higher education setting, I see this as a great marketing step. Just like Ford in the early 1980’s equipping all fleet models with airbags. The insurance companies switched their fleet to 100% Ford.