What does a small business owner do when he's tired of his pub getting broken into? He builds a robot, of course. Atlanta pub owner Rufus Terrill is an upstanding citizen, he's owned his successful business for four years and sits on the board of a nearby child care center. But he's angry about crime in the area, mostly due, he says, to a homeless shelter in the neighborhood.
Late at night he rolls out his "Bum Bot" to scare off the homeless people loitering on the sidewalks near his pub and the child care center. Replete with a glowing red cyclops eye, a water cannon, loudspeaker and 2 mile video transmitter, Terrill is taking the law into his own hands.
Bum Bot definitely has its critics, but it seems to be working. Loiterers are intimidated by Bum Bot and they move on.
Robotic Bouncers
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Trend Themes
1. Robotic Security - The use of robots for security purposes, such as scaring away unwanted individuals, is becoming more prevalent.
2. Community Safety - Business owners are taking innovative approaches to address safety concerns in their local neighborhoods.
3. Do-it-yourself Solutions - Entrepreneurs are creating their own solutions to combat specific problems they face in their businesses.
Industry Implications
1. Security Technologies - The security technology industry has the opportunity to develop and offer robotic solutions for businesses in need of enhanced security measures.
2. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can explore the use of robotic bouncers or security measures to ensure the safety and comfort of guests and employees.
3. Childcare - Childcare centers can consider implementing technology-based security solutions like robotic deterrents to create a safer environment for children.