1. HyperSpike HS-18 RAHD Remote Acoustic Hailing Device
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2. Next Generation Acoustic Hailing Devices REMOTE ACOUSTICS
Problem
Past Attacks
Future Threats
Threat Tiers
Acoustic Hailing Solutions
What are AHD’s?
Determine Intent, Formulate Response
Networked Capabilities
Applied HyperSpike Technology
USCG
Benin Harbor
Summary
156 1 m
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3. Future Threats GROWING DESTRUCTIVE CAPABILITIES
Irregular threats
Small, determined groups
Sophisticated tactics & munitions
Catastrophic damage potential
High-value, vulnerable targets
Long-term supply disruption potential
Economic disruption
Worldwide supply volatility
Long-term repair & economic loss
Disruption & logistical hazards
innovation
*Images courtesy of United States Naval Postgraduate School
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4. Threats & Challenges APPROPRIATE FORCE FOR ANY SITUATION
There are three threat tiers:
Accidental intruders
Non-dedicated harassers
Committed terrorists
How to differentiate?
Identify
Hail
Determine intent
Escalate force
innovation
DETERMINE INTENT
ESCALATION OF FORCE
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5. Next Generation Acoustic Hailing Devices REMOTE ACOUSTICS
Problem
Past Attacks
Future Threats
Threat Tiers
Acoustic Hailing Solutions
What are AHD’s?
Determine Intent, Formulate Response
Networked Capabilities
Applied HyperSpike Technology
USCG
Benin Harbor
Summary
156 1 m
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6. Acoustic Hailing Device (AHD) DEFINITION
AHD’s are characterized by three features:
High sound pressure level
Is the message heard?
Focused beam (< 30 degree beam)
Is the message targeted?
High intelligibility
Is the message understood?
innovation
AHD’s = COMMUNICATION DEVICES
AUDIBLE VOICE IS UNIVERSAL
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7. Determine Intent REACH OUT AND TOUCH ACOUSTICLY
Detect & Cue
Cameras (Thermal, IR, night-vision)
Radars
Motion sensors
Unambiguous Warning
Intelligible voice messaging
Close-range acoustic deterrent
Determine Intent
Deploy assets
Security teams
Intervene
Intercept
Non-lethal stop-gaps
Lethal response 4 3 2 1
Intruder
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8. AHD’s for Perimeter Security AUTOMATED / REMOTE AHD1 2
Capability
Force Multiplier
Guard Station Scenario
Manned station requires 4 people to staff 24/7 coverage
Annual cost = $75K x 4 people = $300K
Automated AHD Replacement
Remotely monitor checkpoint
Warn/deter accidental intruders (large %)
Deploy assets to arrest persistent intruders
One time cost < $150K
Benefits
Provides advanced visual detection, unambiguous audible warning …
Secure Base
General Population
Command Center 3 4
innovation
Security Perimeter
Manned Guard Station for vehicles
HyperSpike RAHD
High Risk Intrusion Path
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9. HyperSpike Architecture Advantages NEXT GENERATION ACOUSTIC HAILING
Longer Effective Range
Flatter Frequency Response
Reliability
Electronics run at 50% capacity- high MTBF
Common internals
Usability
IP addressable
Smaller profile
Intelligibility
Highest STI
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: HS-18 vs. COMPETITOR
*Over 80 dB background noise
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10. Sensor/Accessory Integration FLEXIBILITY FOR ANY MISSION
Hardware Independent Sensor Integration
Day/Night Cameras
FLIR/Infrared
Thermal Sensors
Ground Radars
Air/Avian Radars
Spotlights
Laser/Dazzlers
CUSTOM CONFIGURATION CAPABLE
OBJECTIVE-ORIENTED
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11. HS-18 RAHD FEATURES IP ADDRESSABLE EASYINTEGRATION ~1 m2
AHD (HyperSpike HS-18)
Integrated camera(s)
Day/Night (26x Optical Zoom), Thermal, & IR
Spotlight (12 million candle-power)
Tilt (+/- 90°)
Pan (360° coverage: +/- 215° off center)
Ethernet connected user GUI
API Available for custom integration
~1 m 3 4 5 6
IP ADDRESSABLE
EASYINTEGRATION
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12. HS-18 RAHD CRITICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 260 Lbs (118 Kg)
Dimensions (System)
25” W x 40.5” H x 27” D (89cm x 103cm x 69cm)
Emitter Construction: Carbon Fiber
Slew Rates: Tilt- 45°/sec Pan- 70°/sec
Interface: 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet
Beam Width: +/- 5°
Frequency Response: 245 Hz- 10 kHz
CAPABLE
RELIABLE
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13. Next Generation Acoustic Hailing Devices REMOTE ACOUSTICS
Problem
Past Attacks
Future Threats
Threat Tiers
Acoustic Hailing Solutions
What are AHD’s?
Determine Intent, Formulate Response
Networked Capabilities
Applied HyperSpike Technology
USCG
Benin Harbor
Summary
156 1 m
156 1 m
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14. International Presence with our Acoustic Hailing Technologies
Our Clients
International Presence with our Acoustic Hailing Technologies

15. Chase Study: USCG Bahrain Interdiction PROVEN COMBAT PERFORMANCE
Deployed on USCG Vessels since 2007
10+ units on 110” cutters
Demanding salt-water environment
Continuous combat operations
Rated as combat effective by USCG personnel
Original units still in operation today
innovation
TRUSTED
PROVEN
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16. Case Study: Benin, Africa PORT AND HARBOR SECURITY
Deep-water port
Harbor command/control
Integrated capabilities:
Spotlight
Thermal
Day/night camera
innovation
PROTECT CRITICAL ASSETS
LONG ACOUSTIC STAND-OFF
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17. HyperSpike Acoustic Solutions SUMMARY
Next-generation acoustic technologies
Proven, world-wide performance
Determines intent, reduces liability, acoustic deterrence
Customizable, affordable, effective
Long-range, intelligible voice
Cost-effective solution to escalation-of-force problems
innovation
HYPERSPIKE = SOLUTION
156 1 m
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