Deputy Sam by 21st Century Robotics, Monroe, GA (1985) for Hillsborough County Sherriff's Office, Hillsborough County, FL. "With radio control, wired servos and power drive [using] Large DC motors. Deputy Sam Robot has two infrared blinking lights for eyes with mounted cameras next to the red LEDs. One arm is motorized and the head turns 180 degrees. Head can be removed for mobile operation and transporting."
Officer Jo – DARE CPO Robot by 21st Century Robotics, Monroe, GA (1985) for the Medford Police Department, Medford, MA. Starting in 1983, the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program sent police officers into classrooms to teach fifth and sixth graders about the dangers of drugs – "DARE to say No." "The Community Service Unit is also the home for CPO-JO the police robot. Jo is a full size interactive robot that assists the department in teaching children and adults about important safety topics such as stranger awareness, traffic safety, and much more. Jo also promotes familiarity and positive relationships between the police and the public." – Medford Police Department.
Officer Mac "CHM133" (1984) by 21st Century Robotics, Monroe, GA for the NYPD. "This 21st Century Robotics robot was "an ambassador for the police". It was operated by remote control, showed videos about public safety, and was used as a "non-threatening aide to help counsel abused children". " – The Old Robots
"A new crime prevention program was instituted in 1984 aimed at enhancing the safety of the most vulnerable segment of our society - our children. In November, the Department unveiled a specialized police robot designed for school-related child safety programs. "Officer Mac" was donated for use by the Crime Prevention Section to instruct grammar school children on "stranger-danger," drug awareness and traffic safety. Working closely with officials from the Board of Education's Division of Curriculum and Instruction, a program has been devised and carefully scripted, using non-threatening language, for children in kindergarten through the second grade. Three police officers, chosen for their sensitivity, were assigned to assist "Officer Mac" in his assignment. Due to the mechanical characteristics and size of the robot the Department initially limited Officer Mac's visits to schools which were handicap-accessible (ramps or ground-level entry). The program started December 12, 1984. That very afternoon the Crime Prevention Section received an anonymous telephone call from a 7 year-old, who had been present at the lecture earlier that day, asking for advice about someone "touching him". That single phone call speaks volumes about the need and timeliness of Officer Mac's mission." Police Department, City of New York, Annual Report 1984 (P27).
Officer Broker – Safety Robot by 21st Century Robotics, Monroe, GA (1985), for the Waterloo Regional Police, Cambridge, ON. "Anyone remember our safety robot, Officer Broker? The Robot is on a roll, helping kids learn about safety issues, attracting attention and entertaining. This full size 'bot has more features and functions than any other crime prevention program robot available. He always holds the attention of the audience and encourages participation by people of all ages." – Waterloo Regional Police, via The Old Robots.
Officer Willi (AKA 'APD2') by 21st Century Robotics, Monroe, GA (1985). "This 21st Century Robotics robot was operated by remote control, showed videos about public safety, and was used in teaching important safety topics such as stranger awareness, traffic safety, and much more." It also stars in the 1987 movie, R.O.T.O.R., where "Willard the Robot is played by APD2, a robot purchased in 1986 by the police department of the Town of Addison, a northern suburb of Dallas, for $17,750 (approximately $41,000 in 2018 dollars). APD2/Willard performed public relations duties and was tapped to lead the Christmas parade in Addison that year. His contributions to actual law enforcement and his subsequent whereabouts are unknown." – IMDb
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Cobot (1977) manufactured by Creative Systems Group, Norcross, Georgia, for 21st Century Robotics, Inc. Coke produced these units (there are also smaller toy versions) for promotional appearances. They are remote-controlled, and include an 8-track player with tracks including, "Have a Coke and a Smile", Robot Bleeps, Computer Tones, plus Space and Laser Sounds. The dome turns around and has flashing lights, and the display on the dome can show "SMILE," and "Coke Is It."
