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Asylon Robotics Deploys Gas-Sniffing Security Robots at the Indy 500

Cutting-Edge Robots Deployed for Security and Chemical Gas Detection.

NORRISTOWN, Penn.: October 7, 2024 — Asylon Robotics, in collaboration with 908 Devices, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, successfully deployed advanced gas-sniffing security robots at the Indianapolis 500 earlier this year. This groundbreaking deployment helped ensure the safety and security of over 300,000 people in attendance by providing unprecedented real-time situational awareness to the emergency operations center. 

In the challenging GPS-denied and communications-limited tunnels beneath the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Asylon’s DroneDog-2 security robots, built on the Spot® platform by Boston Dynamics, were tasked with patrolling the area. The robots were equipped with advanced payloads like the Asylon PupPack for remote operations and the 908 Devices InterceptIR for chemical gas identification.  

The robots utilized a secure mesh communications network, augmented by Starlink, to transmit live video feeds and real-time chemical gas data back to the on-site emergency operations center via Asylon’s DroneIQ software. This capability provided critical situational awareness, allowing the emergency operations center to operate and coordinate responses from any location, not just within the immediate area of the robot, even with 300,000 people saturating the cell networks. 

When not actively patrolling, the DroneDog-2 units utilized Asylon’s “DogHouse,” a weatherized charging system built for exterior deployments, to maintain operational readiness throughout the event. 

“Asylon is proud to contribute to the safety and security of the Indianapolis 500 with our advanced robotic systems. The successful deployment of these robots and associated technologies, integrated with our DroneIQ software, demonstrates the breadth of innovative ways that robotics can be used to enhance safety and security,” said Adam Mohamed, Co-Founder and CTO at Asylon Robotics. 

“We’re thrilled to see the 908 Devices InterceptIR payload effectively used at such a high-profile event. Our technology’s ability to detect and identify hazardous gases and chemicals in real-time, combined with a robotic platform like Asylon’s, helps ensure the safety for all involved,” stated John Johnson, Senior Director, Forensics Business Development at 908 Devices. 

Asylon is a leader in robotic security services, leveraging robotics and AI to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges. Asylon’s current platforms, including an automated security drone system and a 24/7 Robotic Security Operations Center (RSOC), have been used for more than 140,000 security drone and robot missions to date. 

About Asylon Robotics

Asylon, a leader in robotic perimeter security solutions, is revolutionizing the future of unmanned security systems. As a pioneer in integrating aerial and ground robotics, Asylon provides enterprises with cutting-edge tools to enhance safety and reduce operational complexities. Learn more by visiting https://asylonrobotics.com or stay connected with Asylon at LinkedIn and YouTube. 

About 908 Devices 

908 Devices Inc. (Nasdaq: MASS) is revolutionizing chemical analysis with its simple handheld and desktop devices, addressing life-altering applications. The Company’s devices are used at the point-of-need to interrogate unknown and invisible materials and provide quick, actionable answers to directly address some of the most critical problems in bioprocessing, pharma/biopharma, forensics, life sciences research and adjacent markets. The Company is headquartered in the heart of Boston, where it designs and manufactures innovative products that bring together the power of complementary analytical technologies, microfluidic sampling and separations, software automation, and machine learning. For more information, visit www.908devices.com