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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT 2024 <br /> Equipment Name: Recon Robotics Throwbot 2 Robot <br /> Quantity Owned: 1 owned Lifes an: 7 years <br /> Equipment Capabilities: A remotely operated, non-weaponized robot capable of being thrown into <br /> places which are difficult or unsafe to access. It is equipped with two-way audio to facilitate <br /> communications during a search. <br /> Manufactured Product Description: The Throwbot 2 robot is a throwable micro-robot plallorm that <br /> enables operators to obtain instantaneous video and audio reconnaissance within indoor or outdoor <br /> environments. Designed to withstand repeated drops of up to 30 feet onto concrete,the Throwbot 2 <br /> robot can be thrown into hazardous situations in order to allow operators to quickly make informed <br /> decisions when seconds count. This micro-robot is designed to be able to crawl over a variety of terrain, <br /> clearing obstacles up to 2"tall. <br /> Purpose/Authorized Uses: The Throwbot robot is authorized for use during interior or exterior <br /> searches deemed to be elevated in risk.The Chief of Police may authorize use at community events and <br /> cit -s onsored events <br /> Fiscal Impacts: The initial purchase of the Throwbot was$17,300 in 2018. There are no recurring <br /> expenses associated with it <br /> Annual Maintenance: None <br /> Personnel Cost:Approximately$7,500.This cost reflects a year of required training for personnel <br /> assigned to the SWAT Team. <br /> Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:There are no legal rules specific to use of the robot. Robots are <br /> only authorized to be used during lawful searches. They are generally used by trained members of the <br /> SWAT team and at the direction of a commander or supervisor. <br /> Training Required: No training is necessarily required for operating the robot, however generally only <br /> officers who have received familiarization training will operate it. <br /> Other Notes: None. <br /> i <br /> i <br /> 18 <br />