The development and regulation of drones have become a contentious point of conversation over the past several years, with the undeniable advantages and simultaneous difficulties posing a unique challenge for regulators and safety experts to overcome. As we continue to see wide-scale advancements in the technology behind drones and unmanned
Whether you’re on the field participating in a sport that has a high risk for significant impact like football or hockey, commuting by bicycle, or enjoying one of the many other recreational activities that warrant the use of a helmet, knowing that your protective equipment is up to standard is
With sports season well under way for both the NFL and the NHL, the world of professional athletics is once again reminded of the importance of the sturdy helmets and protective gear that lay beneath sleek branding and flashy jerseys. Player safety remains one of the most important concerns both
Non-lethal projectiles including rubber bullets, bean bags, and pepper balls have become an increasingly utilized method of deterrence and containment for law enforcement, security, and military involved conflicts, with the goal being to reduce harm while effectively securing and diffusing volatile scenarios. While non-lethal projectiles, as the name suggests, are
Blunt force trauma remains one of the most dangerous and life-threatening forms of injury that can be sustained during various physical activities. Though certain effects of blunt force trauma (BFT) may become externally visible (bruises, breaks, contusions, etc), the risk of internal injuries drastically increases the chance of lethality if
With the use and demand for commercial drones experiencing increasing demand across multiple industries and sectors, the question of moderating and standardizing safety efforts has become more important than ever. From agricultural applications to photography, infrastructure inspection, search and rescue efforts, and more, drones are an incredibly diverse tool that
Stab/Slash Testing Biokinetics tests to the NIJ 0115.00 and HOSDB test standards for assessing the penetration resistance against bladed and spike threats. The NIJ standard, “Stab Resistance of Personal Body Armor”, was developed in collaboration with the Police Scientific Development Branch (PSDB) in the UK, for classifying and regulating the
Biokinetics helps drone manufacturers, aftermarket suppliers and operators meet the latest CAA safety requirements, such as those issued by the FAA to address flight operations over people (OOP). Demonstration of compliance with the safety requirements is essential for OOP, where previously only exemption waivers were required.
Less Lethal Testing LESS LETHAL AMMUNITION STANDARDIZATION NEEDS Currently, there is an urgent need from the law enforcement acquisition community to evaluate the safety of less-lethal ammunition such as sponge grenades, and beanbag rounds and rubber bullets. Until recently there has been little to no policy or guidance and they
Body Impact Testing Blunt impact to the human body can cause a spectrum of injury from mild bruising to bony fractures and internal injuries. This context is usually treated separately from head and neck injury, but can include serious injuries to the thorax, abdomen and spine. Laboratory testing typically relies
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