Cobb County Sheriff’s Office Enhances Security at the Adult Detention Center with Cutting-Edge DEKA Sentry Robots
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Cobb County Sheriff’s Office Enhances Security at the Adult Detention Center with Cutting-Edge DEKA Sentry Robots
MARIETTA, GA (Oct. 16, 2024) – The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office is taking a bold step into the future of law enforcement with the deployment of DEKA’s state-of-the-art Sentry robots at the Adult Detention Center. Designed to reinforce security across the 10-acre property, the advanced Sentry robotic system will assist Sheriff’s Office personnel with perimeter patrols and security rounds in select dormitories, providing a new layer of safety and operational efficiency.
Who: Cobb County Sheriff’s Office & DEKA Research & Development Corporation
What: Press Conference and Live Demonstration
Cobb County and DEKA will demonstrate the functions of the DEKA Sentry robots and its capabilities. Attendees will also learn how the two organizations are making a significant advancement in public safety
When: Oct. 23, 2024, | 11:30 a.m.
Where: Cobb County Sheriff’s Office | 1825 County Services Pkwy SW, Marietta, GA 30008
Why: The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office is exploring the long-term use of DEKA’s Sentry robots to augment deputies’ capabilities. The robots are equipped with 360-degree cameras, night vision, lights, heat detection, and two-way audio capabilities.
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About the Cobb County Sheriff's Office: The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office is a law enforcement agency that executes a broad range of services which include but are not limited to Jail Operations, Court Security, Criminal Warrant Execution, Civil Process Service, Mental Health Transports, Forgery/Fraud Investigation, and Fugitive Investigation and Apprehension. Sheriff Craig Owens took over the office on Jan. 1, 2021, and leads a staff of more than 800 deputies and civilians. Under his leadership, the Sheriff’s Office has the most diverse command staff in its nearly 200-year history and is on the path to becoming the best law enforcement agency in the State of Georgia. To learn more about the Cobb County Sheriff's Office, visit https://www.cobbsheriff.org/. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Download the Cobb County Sheriff's Office App!
About DEKA Research & Development Corporation: DEKA Research & Development Corp., based in Manchester, NH, is a technology development company renowned for its groundbreaking work in robotics and advanced systems. While DEKA has earned its reputation as a leader in medical device innovation, the company’s expertise extends far beyond healthcare. Founded in 1982 by inventor Dean Kamen, DEKA leverages its deep experience in developing safe and secure technologies to create solutions that protect people and save lives across various industries.
With a team of over 900 engineers, manufacturing specialists, and quality assurance professionals, DEKA applies the same rigorous standards used in life-saving medical devices to build robust robotic and technological systems. These innovations are designed to set new benchmarks for safety, reliability, and performance. Partnering with Fortune 500 companies and international organizations, DEKA brings cutting-edge solutions to market, transforming not only healthcare but also security, mobility, and industrial applications.
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