BRINC develops specialized drones for first responders

Seattle-based drone manufacturer BRINC is developing specialized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) designed specifically for first responders, including police and fire departments. The company’s technology aims to digitize physical spaces by allowing drones to fly ahead of personnel to collect photos and video, facilitating faster decision-making in sectors such as public safety, mining, and disaster recovery.

BRINC’s product lineup includes drones capable of indoor tactical missions, such as breaking windows to enter premises, as well as outdoor vehicles for monitoring fires from above. The company also utilizes a ‘drone-as-a-first-responder’ model to attend to police call-outs and provides self-contained docks for remote guidance by law enforcement. Additionally, the firm produces a durable two-way communication device used by police for de-escalation and rescue operations.