The General Directorate of Civil Defense is showcasing a drone equipped for hazardous materials detection at the Ministry of Interior's pavilion at the LEAP 2024 conference, currently ongoing at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham.
The drone, equipped with eight engines, hazardous materials detectors, a camera, and a location device, can fly at a height of up to two kilometers, a horizontal distance of seven kilometers, and at a speed of up to 88 kilometers per hour. Its outer frame is covered with carbon fiber for enhanced resistance to hazardous materials. A device installed at the base of the drone, directly connected to a tablet, measures the risk of hazardous materials and transmits data for analysis and interpretation. Visitors to the Ministry of Interior's pavilion were briefed on the drone's operation and capabilities.
The Ministry of Interior's participation in LEAP 2024, recognized as the world's most attended technical conference, aims to highlight advancements in security technologies, systems, and equipment. These advancements, incorporating artificial intelligence and innovative digital solutions, contribute to enhanced security, crowd management, human and environmental safety, the organization of major events, and the exploration of digital solutions in the security and service domains for citizens, residents, and visitors. This aligns with the objectives outlined in Saudi Vision 2030.