2. Dragon Runner
Designed for fast deployment in urban settings, the Dragon Runner marks a new generation of ultra-portable EOD robots. Just twenty pounds, this little powerhouse may be carried in a rucksack and used in a matter of seconds. The Dragon Runner, for all its diminutive scale, has remarkable features including two-way audio communication, day/night cameras, and a flexible manipulator Arm. While its compact profile provides access to restricted areas that larger robots cannot reach, the robot’s unique four-wheel drive system lets it negotiate tough terrain and even climb stairs. For quick-reaction forces, the streamlined user interface of the system lowers operator training time, so it is a perfect fit. The Dragon Runner’s resilience is shown by its capacity to withstand two story drops and run in very hostile environments.