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AeroCentric Federation
Ohio-Developed High-Tech Blimp Used to Demonstrate Life-Saving Emergency Responsiveness
October 10th, 2008
A consortium of federal agencies, Ohio universities and private Ohio companies simulated a disaster today to demonstrate how the AerOhio1 Aerostat, a 75-foot long, high-tech blimp, can be used by emergency response teams to establish communication and provide visual contact during a crisis. "This form of technology will help emergency responders reach and assist those in need more efficiently and knowledgably -- ultimately protecting and saving more lives," said Lanny Jines, Ph.D, P.E., acting program manager of High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE). During natural disasters, terrorist attacks or other crises, debris, collapsed buildings and downed...
Source: Health Business Week (2008-10-10)
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