A Smarter Gun
Over the years, smart technology has made computers more intuitive, appliances more automated, and machines more efficient. Why are they not adopted by the arms industry? A Smarter Gun showcases characters who are at the forefront of the movement to improve gun safety and stop their efforts at every turn.
Smart weapons are equipped with fingerprint or radio frequency identification technology and are only used in the hands of authorized users. It sounds like an exciting concept worth exploring, but there are actually very few models of smart guns on the market. Companies like Colt and Smith & Wesson — both giants in the gun industry — have experimented with the concept in the past, but hesitated to take the steps when they encountered backlash from various gun rights groups and the general public. decision. Currently, the status quo of gun manufacturing remains mechanized and low-tech.
The antiquated nature of firearm design is actually a major selling point for firearms’ most ardent enthusiasts. It’s proven, reliable, and super easy for anyone to use. The introduction of new smart technologies only makes weapons more prone to malfunction. Are you willing to put your life on the line when you are faced with an attacker or intruder who wants to harm you? If the technology is fully embraced and given the chance to develop, some envision a future in which these weapons will be government-mandated and not allow other options. Many gun dealers and owners see this as an unacceptable form of socialism.
But in an era of carnage and accidental shootouts, the fighting continues. Advocates argue that the technology offers a reasonable way to curb these tragic events without violating the rights of law-abiding gun owners. Developers continue to build on their designs, trying to build smart weapons that meet everyone’s needs and desires.
By working with a wide range of people on all sides of the issue—including manufacturers, gun store owners, users, and victims of gun violence—Smart Guns offers a balanced and unbiased view of this ongoing debate.
Directed by: Lara Neintz
