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Constructing the Better TRAP.


TRAP To test for a particular condition in a running program; for example, to "trap an interrupt" means to wait for a particular interrupt to occur and then execute a corresponding routine. An error trap tests for an error condition and provides a recovery routine. , or Telepresent Rapid Aiming Platform, is a remotely operated weapons system, available from Precision Remotes Inc. It is designed to keep soldiers out of the line of fire.

The system consists of a series of tripod platforms on which a variety of small-caliber weapons, surveillance lenses, sensors
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 and non-lethal systems can be mounted. The equipment can be placed in the line of fire while the operator stays in a safe location and views images through the riflescope ri·fle·scope  
n.
A telescopic sight for a rifle.
 and the overview camera, before remotely firing the weapon. The camera can be used in day-time, low light, night vision or thermal modes.

For mobile users, TRAP can be set up in a transportable configuration, but for perimeter The boundary of a system or network, which defines the inside and outside. It is typically determined by firewalls and addresses. See DMZ.  guard applications, it can be set up in a fixed location.
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Title Annotation:Telepresent Rapid Aiming Platform remotely operated weapons system
Author:Baker, A. Duffy
Publication:National Defense
Article Type:Brief Article
Geographic Code:1USA
Date:Jul 1, 2001
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