Australian Security and Intelligence Conference
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publisher
SRI Security Research Institute, Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia
Abstract
The availability of cheap small physical drones that fly around and have a variety of visual and sensor networks attached invites investigation for work applications. In this research we assess the capability of a set of commercially available drones (VTOL) that cost less than $1000 (Cheap is a relative term and we consider anything less than $5000 relatively cheap). The assessment reviews the capability to provide secure and safe motor vehicle surveillance for conformance intelligence. The evaluation was conducted by initially estimating a set of requirements that would satisfy an ideal surveillance situation and then by comparing a sample of drone specifications. The search is for identifying a drone that is fit for purpose. The conclusion is that more than $1000 needs to be spent on the drone and the resources for effective observation but less than $3000 in total is sufficient for the work application. The result and the analysis of traditional surveillance networks suggests that such drones can provide a low entry risk for additional benefits; and intelligence to those responsible for compliance on our roads.
DOI
10.4225/75/57a8380ed2cf5
Included in
Computer Sciences Commons, Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration Commons
Comments
8th Australian Security and Intelligence Conference, held from the 30 November – 2 December, 2015 (pp. 21-27), Edith Cowan University Joondalup Campus, Perth, Western Australia.