WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.133 --> 00:00:04.066 The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), 2 00:00:04.966 --> 00:00:08.466 and Smart Cities Internet of Things Innovation (SCITI) Labs 3 00:00:08.833 --> 00:00:12.333 collaboratively develop solutions designed to support public safety and 4 00:00:12.533 --> 00:00:16.033 the emergency management needs of governments industry and citizens. 5 00:00:16.833 --> 00:00:20.333 Partners, CIT, TechNexus, and Smart City Works -help assure 6 00:00:20.600 --> 00:00:24.100 university and private-sector innovators are encouraged to develop, 7 00:00:24.166 --> 00:00:27.666 test and evaluate their technologies for public safety 8 00:00:27.800 --> 00:00:31.300 effectiveness and marketplace viability. 9 00:00:31.800 --> 00:00:35.299 This collaborative process is know as ~Commercial First Innovation. 10 00:00:35.533 --> 00:00:39.033 After more than 1500 organization and technology interactions 11 00:00:39.133 --> 00:00:42.633 12 companies have completed the rigors of testing and evaluation 12 00:00:42.766 --> 00:00:46.066 with 8 already offering commercially viable and cost effective technologies 13 00:00:46.633 --> 00:00:50.133 that serve the DHS enterprise or other Federal markets. 14 00:00:51.833 --> 00:00:55.333 Some examples of commercial first innovations include: 15 00:00:55.633 --> 00:00:59.133 Autonomous Indoor unmanned aerial systems (UAS) 16 00:00:59.366 --> 00:01:02.333 navigate and explore dangerous, collapsed or damaged structures with real-time 17 00:01:02.333 --> 00:01:05.766 navigation and sensor processing. These technology innovations allow first 18 00:01:05.766 --> 00:01:09.500 responders to quickly locate those needing assistance instead of risking loss 19 00:01:09.833 --> 00:01:14.000 of life and precious time searching empty dangerous spaces. 20 00:01:15.066 --> 00:01:18.333 Intelligent building Sensor Suites 21 00:01:18.333 --> 00:01:21.766 detect, track and alert building operators and first responders via digital imagery 22 00:01:21.766 --> 00:01:25.066 video, thermal or wi-fi signal when needing to locate a threat 23 00:01:25.066 --> 00:01:28.666 or rescue individuals during incidents. 24 00:01:28.666 --> 00:01:31.799 This type of in-building situational awareness technology, 25 00:01:31.799 --> 00:01:35.400 expedites access to critical information that can ultimately save time, 26 00:01:35.400 --> 00:01:38.666 lives and direct resources where immediately needed. 27 00:01:38.666 --> 00:01:41.066 These sensors also allow building operators to improve day-to-day 28 00:01:41.066 --> 00:01:43.466 operational efficiencies. 29 00:01:43.900 --> 00:01:47.333 Wildland Fire Sensor technologies 30 00:01:47.333 --> 00:01:52.333 alert state and local emergency management, utilities and citizens 31 00:01:52.433 --> 00:01:56.466 with low cost wildfire detection and warning notifications capabilities. 32 00:01:56.466 --> 00:01:59.000 Developments include real-time remote sensor networks 33 00:01:59.000 --> 00:02:02.866 to monitor air quality and detect Co2, integrated gas and particulate matter. 34 00:02:02.900 --> 00:02:05.900 early detection, alerts and warnings ~ will save lives, communities 35 00:02:05.900 --> 00:02:10.900 and focus the efficiency of responder resources. 36 00:02:11.266 --> 00:02:14.566 Flood Sensor technologies 37 00:02:14.566 --> 00:02:17.866 are a fully remote and autonomous warning system with 38 00:02:17.866 --> 00:02:20.233 built-in solar power and proven IoT capabilities. 39 00:02:20.233 --> 00:02:23.833 First responders receive alerts and images of flood-prone 40 00:02:23.833 --> 00:02:27.133 areas so that they can respond quickly with resources, 41 00:02:27.133 --> 00:02:30.266 road closures and evacuation notices for communities and businesses 42 00:02:30.266 --> 00:02:32.966 with greater speed and accuracy. 43 00:02:34.166 --> 00:02:36.866 The DHS S&T, SCITI Labs Commercial First innovation 44 00:02:36.866 --> 00:02:40.566 process helps assure first responders are also on the front line 45 00:02:40.566 --> 00:02:45.366 of technology innovation, and access while remaining vigilant 46 00:02:45.366 --> 00:02:47.833 and committed to the mission of Homeland Security. 47 00:02:47.833 --> 00:02:50.266 Though our duties at DHS are wide-ranging, 48 00:02:50.266 --> 00:02:53.000 our SCITI Labs focus is clear: 49 00:02:53.000 --> 00:02:56.133 Assure Public Safety professionals have faster access to proven 50 00:02:56.133 --> 00:03:00.966 innovative technologies that will protect and save lives.