Israel Deploys Rail-Mounted Robots for Border and Prison Security
Robotic system tested at Ela prison in Be’er Sheva to counter infiltration and surveillance threats
Israel has tried out a new robot security system intended to protect borders, military bases, and prisons.
The Ministry of Defense, Office of the Chief Scientist at the Ministry of National Security, and the Prison Service announced on September 11 that rail-mounted robots, in partnership with Traxmatic, were successfully tested at Ela prison in Be'er Sheva.
The system was put to test against situations taken from the "Iron Swords" conflict, such as infiltrations, vehicle threats, and low visibility operations. The robots offer remote detection, automatic tracking, warning alerts, and the capability of constant 24-hour operation with inductive charging.
Brigadier General Yehuda Al-Makiis, the Head of the R&D Unit in the Ministry of Defense, said that the rail robot imparts "high durability and reliability" and is able to operate "for weeks and months continuously with minimal maintenance."
Prison Service Southern District Commander Eran Pierre described the pilot as "the integration of man and high-tech" and part of an overall move to enhance security within and outside prison walls.
The Defense Ministry stated that the robots would be incorporated into broader defense systems for borders, bases, and prisons.
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