A four-legged robot armed with an assault rifle paraded before military and police commanders during the inauguration of the new Control, Command, Communication, Computing, Coordination, and Intelligence Center (C5i) in Zacatecas, marking a milestone in the state’s public security strategy.
The local government officially presented this “robot dog” as part of an investment of nearly one billion pesos aimed at strengthening surveillance and combating organized crime through cutting-edge technology.
The event, led by Zacatecas Governor David Monreal Ávila and Public Security Secretary Arturo Medina Mayoral, served to showcase the potential of the new infrastructure and the acquired equipment.
Likewise, the state leader emphasized that the commitment to intelligence and technology seeks to transform public security and provide greater peace of mind to Zacatecas families.
“Investing in intelligence is essential to strengthen public safety and provide peace of mind to Zacatecas families. We will continue working decisively and with commitment to consolidate a safer, peaceful Zacatecas with well-being for all,” Monreal stated during the presentation.
For his part, Medina Mayoral explained that the tactical robot will allow security forces to remotely enter high-risk areas, such as homes or caves, where they need to rescue people or neutralize threats.
The official explained that the weapon installed on the robot can be activated remotely, making it easier to clear dangerous areas before officers physically enter.
“It can carry a weapon and activate it remotely. It can enter a house or a cave, any place to rescue someone. It can neutralize groups,” the secretary noted as the robot moved during the exhibition.
Technical Features of the “Robot Dog” and Technological Equipment
The “robot dog” presented in Zacatecas shares characteristics with the Unitree B2 model, manufactured by the Chinese company Hangzhou Yushu Technology Co.
According to the company and its executives, this quadruped device, weighing approximately 60 kilograms, can walk for up to four continuous hours with a 20-kilogram load and reach speeds of up to six meters per second when not carrying any weight. Its design allows it to operate on uneven terrain, stairs, and slippery surfaces, and withstand temperatures between -20 and 55 degrees Celsius.
In addition, it is equipped with a laser remote-sensing radar, recognition sensors, two high-resolution optical cameras, and the ability to remain motionless under a maximum load of 120 kilograms. The weaponry on display is a 5.56 caliber AR-15 rifle, mounted on top of the robot, which can be adapted to various accessories for patrol and surveillance tasks.
The state government’s technological strategy is not limited to the quadruped robot. During the inauguration of C5i, authorities also presented tactical drones, an airplane and a helicopter dedicated to monitoring state borders, as well as an anti-drone dome under development, which is expected to be able to neutralize cell phones and unmanned aerial vehicles.
The new center replaces the previous C4 and centralizes real-time monitoring of more than 3,000 cameras, highway arches, drones, and panic buttons. It also integrates criminal analysis and emergency response areas with direct links to the National Guard, the Ministry of National Defense, and the state Attorney General’s Office.
Innovation in public security and precedents in Mexico
The incorporation of robots into security operations is not unique to Zacatecas. In September 2024, the Chihuahua Municipal Police introduced “Pantera,” an all-terrain vehicle-type robot designed by the Chihuahua Institute of Technology to support officers in high-risk special operations.
However, Zacatecas is positioning itself as a pioneer in Mexico in the use of armed quadruped robots for public security work, according to state authorities.
The objective of this technological initiative is to reduce crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery, highway robbery, and homicide, through early threat detection and remote intervention in dangerous situations.
Authorities are confident that the combination of artificial intelligence, advanced surveillance, and robotic tactical teams will strengthen security and well-being in the state.
With the implementation of C5i and the integration of cutting-edge technology, the government of Zacatecas seeks to leave behind traditional approaches and move toward public security based on intelligence and innovation.
Source: infobae
