SAFETY AND SECURITY ing, and patrol programming tailored to the stadium’ s operational schedule.
According to Asylon, security teams are turning to robotics to enhance situational awareness, reduce costs, and maintain consistent coverage— especially during staffing shortages or large-scale events.
DroneDog acts as a deterrent because its presence shows that the facility is under constant surveillance. The robot is equipped with lights, sensors and cameras. Patrol routes are customized for the site layout and security needs.
According to Asylon, most incidents flagged at Mercedes-Benz Stadium have been“ behavioral anomalies,” such as unauthorized access attempts, loitering or procedural violations.
Asylon’ s Robotic Security Operations Center( RSOC) is staffed 24 / 7 by trained professionals who monitor Drone- Dog( and who also fly Asylon’ s Guardian Drone system) in real time. They receive alerts, analyze data feeds, and can take direct control of the robot if needed. When an event occurs— like a person entering a restricted area— the RSOC validates the video feeds, escalates the event if required, and collaborates with on-site teams or first responders.
When not on patrol, DroneDog docks in a secure, weatherized charging station called the DogHouse. It is positioned away from pedestrian traffic and is equipped with environ-
mental controls, locking mechanisms, and sensor integration. Because DroneDog is constantly moving and streaming video, its presence often deters threats to the robot itself. Any attempt to tamper with the system is recorded, reported, and responded to by the RSOC in real time. Additionally, the hardware and software include tamper-detection systems and GPS tracking.
According to Asylon, ground robotics such as DroneDog are ideal for areas with complex terrain, narrow corridors, or places where a physical presence acts as a deterrent. Aerial drones are better suited for rapid-response, largearea surveillance, and fence-line inspection. Many major venues incorporate a mix of technologies.
“ The future is hybrid— human security teams empowered by robotic precision and AI insight,” Asylon stated.“ Rising crime, labor shortages, and increasing event complexity demand a scalable, cost-effective approach. Robots never call in sick, don’ t get distracted, and can patrol dangerous or hard-to-staff areas. At the same time, AI enables predictive threat detection, smarter resource allocation, and faster incident response.” sportsfieldmanagementonline. com February 2026 | SportsField Management
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