Teledyne FLIR Defense Teams with MFE Inspection Solutions to Integrate MUVE C360 Chemical Hazard Sensor on Drones and Boston Dynamics’ Spot Robot

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Teledyne FLIR Defense has partnered with MFE Inspection Solutions to incorporate the FLIR MUVE™ C360 multi-gas detector on Boston Dynamics’ Spot® robot and various unmanned aerial systems (UAS). This collaboration allows for real-time monitoring of chemical hazards in industrial and public safety contexts. The MUVE C360 enhances safety by permitting remote assessments of airborne gas threats, making it suitable for dangerous environments. The product will be showcased at the 4C Conference in Austin, Texas, from April 6-8.

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• Integration of MUVE C360 with Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot enhances safety and efficiency in hazardous situations.
• Offers real-time chemical hazard monitoring, improving operational safety for industrial personnel.
• Partnership with MFE Inspection Solutions expands market applications for MUVE C360.
• Showcase at 4C Conference enhances product visibility in the oil and gas sector.

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Compact multi-gas detector can be deployed on Spot or commercial UAVs to provide real-time monitoring of chemical hazards in industrial settings

ELKRIDGE, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), announced that it has teamed with MFE Inspection Solutions to integrate the FLIR MUVE™ C360 multi-gas detector on Boston Dynamics’ Spot^® robot and commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The integrated solutions will enable remote monitoring of chemical threats in industrial and public safety applications.

Teledyne FLIR Defense has teamed with MFE Inspection Solutions to integrate its FLIR MUVE™ C360 multi-gas detector on Boston Dynamics’ Spot® robot and commercial unmanned aerial systems. The integrated solutions will enable remote monitoring of chemical threats in industrial and public safety applications. The MUVE C360 detects and classifies airborne gas or chemical hazards, allowing industrial safety and inspection personnel to perform their job more safely and efficiently using sensors in the air and on the ground. MUVE C360 is designed to operate on Boston Dynamics’ Spot mobile robot, which can autonomously inspect dangerous, inaccessible, or remote environments. (Photo: Business Wire)

The MUVE C360 detects and classifies airborne gas or chemical hazards, allowing industrial safety officers and inspection personnel to perform their job more safely and efficiently with integrated remote sensing capabilities from both the air and ground. MUVE C360 is designed to operate on Boston Dynamics’ Spot mobile robot, which can autonomously inspect dangerous, inaccessible, or remote environments. The C360 also is compatible with common commercial UAS systems, which allows operators to fly the C360 into a scene to perform hazard assessments in real time.

“By deploying a chemical detector on drones and ground robots, industrial managers can identify dangerous situations from a safe distance, keeping operators out of harm’s way and speeding corrective measures,” said Dr. David Cullin, vice president and general manager of Unmanned and Integrated Solutions at Teledyne FLIR Defense. “We’re pleased to be teaming with MFE to provide innovative technology solutions like MUVE C360 that put distance between good people and bad things.”

“Being able to utilize the FLIR MUVE C360 on Boston Dynamics’ Spot and commonly used UAS systems for inspection make this payload one of the most versatile sensors we have in our toolbox today,” said Jason Acerbi, general manager at MFE Inspection Solutions. “Whether during day-to-day checks or an emergency response event, our clients take air quality monitoring seriously, from ground level to the tallest assets inside an oil and gas facility.”

MUVE C360 delivers continuous threat information in real-time and is fully integrated with commonly used enterprise UAS platforms, including the Teledyne FLIR SkyRanger™ which offers secure data communications for defense and homeland security applications as well as unmatched flight capabilities. In addition, Teledyne FLIR’s new MUVE C360 Partnership Program offers potential partners the opportunity to become a certified C360 integrator.

Attendees at the 4C Conference for oil and gas industry professionals, being held in Austin, Texas, April 6-8, can see the MUVE C360 integrated onto Spot and other remote inspection platforms. Visit MFE Inspection Solutions at booth #4909 to learn more.

About Teledyne FLIR

Teledyne FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, is a world leader in intelligent sensing, unmanned systems, and integrated solutions for defense and industrial markets, with roughly 4,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1978, the company develops a wide range of advanced technologies to help professionals make better, faster decisions that save lives and livelihoods. To learn more, visit teledyneflir.com or follow @flir. #AnyThreatAnywhere

About Teledyne Technologies

Teledyne Technologies is a leading provider of sophisticated digital imaging products and software, instrumentation, aerospace and defense electronics, and engineered systems. Teledyne's operations are primarily located in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Western and Northern Europe. For more information, visit Teledyne's website at www.teledyne.com.

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Joe Ailinger, Jr.

Teledyne FLIR

Phone: +1 781-801-6161

Email: joe.ailinger@teledyneflir.com



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Targeted Victory

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Source: Teledyne FLIR

FAQ

What is the FLIR MUVE™ C360 and how does it work?

The FLIR MUVE™ C360 is a multi-gas detector integrated with Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot, allowing for real-time monitoring of chemical hazards in various environments.

When and where will the MUVE C360 be showcased?

The MUVE C360 will be showcased at the 4C Conference in Austin, Texas, from April 6-8.

What are the benefits of using the MUVE C360 in industrial settings?

The MUVE C360 enhances safety by enabling remote monitoring of airborne gas threats, allowing personnel to respond effectively without direct exposure to hazards.

Who has Teledyne FLIR partnered with for the MUVE C360 integration?

Teledyne FLIR has teamed with MFE Inspection Solutions for the integration of the MUVE C360 multi-gas detector.

What applications are targeted for the MUVE C360?

The MUVE C360 targets industrial and public safety applications, including inspections in hazardous environments.