Cover offers an invisible weapon detection system that uses terahertz waves and AI to scan crowds for concealed firearms and knives from a distance. This non-invasive technology allows for discreet threat identification without disrupting individuals, enhancing school safety by enabling proactive intervention.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The increasing frequency of school shootings presents a significant safety challenge, with a substantial percentage of incidents being unplanned events stemming from students bringing weapons to school. Existing security measures often require physical checkpoints or are limited in their ability to detect concealed items, failing to address the common scenario of weapons being carried discreetly.
Solution
Cover provides an invisible weapon detection system that utilizes advanced terahertz (THz) waves and AI to scan crowds for concealed weapons at a distance. This technology operates non-invasively, allowing individuals to pass through entry points without disruption while actively identifying threats like firearms and knives hidden within clothing or bags. The system discreetly alerts security personnel to potential dangers, enabling proactive intervention before incidents escalate. Developed in partnership with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Cover's approach aims to enhance school safety by detecting weapons before they can be used.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is K-12 educational institutions seeking to enhance campus security and prevent weapon-related incidents.
Features
- Active terahertz (THz) imaging radar system operating between 310-350 GHz for non-ionizing, safe scanning.
- Scanning range of up to 15 feet, enabling detection without physical checkpoints or direct contact.
- AI-powered object detection neural network trained to identify weapons (guns, knives, explosives) from image point clouds.
- Penetration capability through clothing and bags to detect concealed items.
- Autonomous operation with onboard AI processing, eliminating the need for human operators during scanning.
- Discreet alerts to security professionals upon threat identification.
- Technology licensed exclusively from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
- Comparison to airport full-body scanners, offering enhanced range and accuracy.