Coast Guard Teams with FLIR for Smart Spy Cams on Boats
Published Date: 6/23/2025
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The U.S. Coast Guard is teaming up with Teledyne FLIR to test smart camera tech that helps spot and identify targets better during missions. This project aims to boost Coast Guard operations by making their systems smarter and faster, with testing happening in real-world conditions soon. It’s a big step toward safer, more effective missions without extra costs right now.
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