Skylark Labs Introduces Scout MK II AI Tower for Border Security

Mar 13, 2025
Skylark Labs has launched the Scout MK II AI Tower, a mobile surveillance system designed for border security, as announced in a press release. The system uses Skylark's Kepler AI platform for advanced threat detection.

Skylark Labs has launched the Scout MK II AI Tower, a next-generation mobile surveillance system aimed at enhancing border security, announced in a press release. This advanced system is designed to address the challenges faced by border security agencies, such as sophisticated smuggling operations and evolving trafficking tactics.

The Scout MK II AI Tower features a 20-100 feet adjustable telescopic tower with a 3-mile detection range, integrated radar, and high-resolution imaging. It is powered by solar energy with a 72-hour backup and can be deployed in just 60 minutes. The system is ruggedized for all-terrain use and includes auto-leveling capabilities for remote operations.

Utilizing Skylark Labs' proprietary Kepler AI platform, the Scout MK II can autonomously detect unauthorized border crossings and track multiple threats simultaneously. It provides real-time alerts to operators and can adapt to new threat signatures automatically, enhancing its detection capabilities without requiring pre-existing training or external datasets.

The system is already in use by public safety clients in the U.S. and is available for demonstration and deployment. Skylark Labs continues to innovate in AI solutions for defense and security, offering actionable intelligence at the tactical edge.

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