16 POWER INNOVATION www.vicorpower.com Issue 2 2023 Power Electronics Europe www.power-mag.com consideration. And, ultimately, all of this will help us achieve our vision for the company, which is that when an architect sits down to plan a commercial development or a mixed-use space, we’re part of the security check list along with things like smoke detectors and fire suppression systems.” Knightscope’s robots can be seen protecting office parks, corporate campuses, airports, schools and casinos, having a real impact in the world of security and surveillance and causing organizations to rethink how they will protect their property and people. This technology-infused robot, packed with sensors and detection systems, is more effective than humans because of its acute capabilities. Its unwavering attention to detail, rapid recognition, recall and ever-vigilant commitment to duty is an unmatched approach to safety and security. It appears there is a new sheriff in town, and the name is Knightscope. DCM™ and ChiP™ are trademarks of Vicor Corporation. A typical mobile robotics application powers a variety loads ranging from computers to motor drive and cameras. Similarly, Knightscope powers LIDAR, GPS, sonar, IMUs, 4K cameras and highfidelity audio and uses Vicor high-density power modules to power these loads. Knightscope sought power that was compact and highly efficient because the ASRs have no airflow or venting. They needed a pure conductioncooled solution that could use the aluminum skin as a heat sink. Direct
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