It’s really not a bird, but it is about the size of a finch and it weighs about half an ounce. According to the Associated Press, British soldiers in Afghanistan have been issued surveillance drones so small they can fit into the palm of a man’s hand.
The four inch helicopter, Black Hornet Nano, is fitted with a video camera which relays still images and video to a remote terminal. This allows troops to check out exposed areas before crossing. And, they have to be fun to play with. They do cost $193,750 each and I don’t think Toys R Us stocks them, yet.
Then there is ARGUS-IS, a surveillance drone that can deliver images as small as six inches from 17,000 feet high. It’s a secret snooper used by the U.S. government. Believe it or not, this device uses 368 cell phone cameras in a mosaic with enhancement features.
What does all this mean? BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING. Private citizens do not know who is watching, when or where. Puts a whole new meaning to the TV show, "Person of Interest."
No, I am not paranoid. But when government has full capability to spy on enemy forces or your house, it is a little concerning. Or, it should be.
Just remember to smile the next time you run out in your underwear to get the morning paper.
You may be on YouTube.
PMO
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