Meet Your New Security Guard: A 300-lb. Robot

The Knightscope K5 is an autonomous security robot designed to enhance the effectiveness of security personnel by providing smart surveillance capabilities. Currently in beta testing, the K5 is expected to be deployed more widely in the future. It offers features like 360-degree video, thermal imaging, and license plate recognition, providing actionable intelligence for law enforcement. The robot is offered as a service at a lower cost than traditional security guards. Law enforcement agencies have shown strong support for the technology.

What is the primary function of the Knightscope Autonomous Data Machine?

• To autonomously assist security personnel

• To replace police officers entirely

• To serve as a remote-controlled device

• To act as a stationary surveillance camera

How does the K5 robot influence criminal behavior?

• By sending alerts to criminals

• By being a commanding presence

• By changing its color

• By making loud noises

What kind of data can the K5 robot collect?

• Weather data exclusively

• Audio recordings only

• Temperature, motion, and license plate data

• Only video footage

What is the cost model for using the K5 robot?

• $50 per hour

• $25 per hour

• $35 per hour

• $6.25 per hour

How have law enforcement agencies reacted to the introduction of the K5 robot?

• They have ignored it

• They have been indifferent

• They have opposed it

• They have shown significant support