A TASER is one of a few non-lethal weapons that are increasingly being used in place of weapons that deliver lethal force because they can be used to end disruptive or dangerous situations without causing permanent injury or death. A TASER is a weapon that uses electroshock to subdue the person being shocked without you having to be in direct contact with them. The weapon uses an electric current that causes the person to temporarily lose control over their muscles. This effect on the muscles is known as neuromuscular incapacitation. These non-lethal weapons are often used by the police during altercations to prevent injury.
To deliver the electroshock effect to the intended target, the TASER works differently than a stun gun. Instead of having to be close enough to an assailant to keep the device in contact with the skin, a Taser shoots the electrodes out and away from the device. A charge of pressurized nitrogen propels two electrodes from the Taser. It propels them in a similar way that a paint gun propels paint pellets. After the electrodes have been shot, the air cartridge has to be replaced. The new cartridge contains a new pair of electrodes for the next time the Taser is fired.
The electrodes attach to the clothing of the target and deliver the electroshock. They remain attached the main weapon with small wires that deliver the charge. These electrodes are designed adhere to clothing more efficiently. This keeps them in place long enough to deliver the charge.
Once the current is delivered, the effects of the TASER are temporary. The weapon is used to end a conflict, and is not intended to cause long term incapacitation.
Many police departments arm their officers with TASERS because they can subdue an assailant quickly when the use of deadly force is not warranted. There are police Taser models that come with specialized equipment such as laser sights to help police officers to use them in times of disturbances. Tasers are also carried by some for personal protection. While illegal in all areas, these non lethal weapons are an alternative to stun guns and pepper spray. Remember to check your local regulations before purchasing.
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Europe’s largest consumer electronics show is almost upon us. The expo itself is a world renowned showcase for some of the biggest electronics companies making big announcements for next year’s line of stock. This could be anything from spy gadgets to new computer game consoles – The expo literally has it all! This year the show will be in Berlin, Germany and there are rumours of Phillips, Sony, Toshiba and Samsung to be there making some big revelations from new TVs to Blu-Ray players and walkmans.
The IFA also dishes out the latest news in eco-friendly products for the home and the latest mobile phones to hit the stores in the forth-coming year. At the expo you can see the latest gadgets and even test the latest prototypes in the palm of your hand. You will be priveledged to see some other smaller companies showcasing their latest technology. You could get to see anything from new night vision technology to the latest gadgets to improve on audio surveillance. If you are interested in going you must hurry and get yourself a ticket as soon as possible as it starts on Friday the 4th September.
In 2008 the expo proved to be a massive success with the spectacle being around the latest Samsung Jet phone which was released a little earlier this year. Initially, it was designed to be the rival to the iphone and I believe it has some real potential. As the internet and television are so closely linked in with eachother you will definetly see some crazy gadgets linked in with the latest 3G technology. This year we have just seen the release of the 3G iphone which has completely blown people away with its endless capabilities on the net.
So, it would be worth it to keep an eye on the expo this year as there un-doubtedly going to be some awesome gadgets and gizmos out there for everyone!
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The IFA is almost upon us - Europe's largest showcase of technology and gadgets. The expo is well known for making big announcements to the technology world and I bet that this year will be no different from the last. This could be anything from spy gadgets to new computer game consoles – The expo literally has it all! This year the show will be in Berlin, Germany and there are rumours of Phillips, Sony, Toshiba and Samsung to be there making some big revelations from new TVs to Blu-Ray players and walkmans.
The IFA is not just about the latest phones and computer technology, it also showcases the latest 'green technology'. In other words - technology that is eco-friendly and does not use up copius amounts of energy. At the expo you can see the latest gadgets and even test the latest prototypes in the palm of your hand. At the expo you will also be able to see some other smaller companies showcasing their stuff. You could get to see anything from new night vision technology to the latest gadgets to improve on audio surveillance. If you are interested in going you must hurry and get yourself a ticket as soon as possible as it starts on Friday the 4th September.
Earlier this year we saw the release of the Samsung Jet phone which was showcased at the IFA expo last year. Since then the phone has been eagerly anticpated and a great success. Initially, it was designed to be the rival to the iphone and I believe it has some real potential. As the internet and television are so closely linked in with eachother you will definetly see some crazy gadgets linked in with the latest 3G technology. This year we have just seen the release of the 3G iphone which has completely blown people away with its endless capabilities on the net.
So, it would be worth it to keep an eye on the expo this year as there un-doubtedly going to be some awesome gadgets and gizmos out there for everyone!
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