MADE IN MONACO
Hello Monaco : Where does your story begin ?
Erwan Grimaud : I come from the world of model engineering . I discovered this universe at the age of 12 thanks to my grandfather who was passionate about photos . He once told me , ‘ It ’ s good to be flying a radio-guided helicopter , but it doesn ’ t have any point with no built-in camera on board .’ For me it was a click . I ’ ve always loved mechanics , making things . Those were early days for drones , but later on , I got into this adventure . had had enough of it and decided to help me open this store in the Rue des Açores . Initially designed for model making , the store is now specializing in drones . These machines are capable of producing incredible and original images . We are regulars at some major events , weddings , sports competitions ... My team of six employees operates like a family .
: How did you come to work with law enforcement and firefighters ?
: Have you undertaken any special studies to be practicing this activity ?
EG : Not at all ! I studied biology . I am fond of applied nanotechnology and was drawn by the research . I wanted to work on the development of microscopic robots for medical use . These days , I have just finished producing high-performance drones that fit in the palm of your hand .
: When did you open your ‘ MC-Clic ’ store ?
EG : Eleven years ago . I used to tinker with my engines in the family garage . My parents
‘ MC-Clic ’ is dedicated to mountain and sea rescue . Our philosophy is saving and protecting lives .
EG : ‘ MC-Clic ’ is dedicated to mountain and sea rescue . Our philosophy is saving and protecting lives . Meet my dog ( a strange metallic animal walks up to me , greeting me on his hind legs … — HM ). This one is able to crawl , sense heat and therefore signal those people who are still alive after an earthquake , crash or landslide . He can also explore hostile or risky environments thanks to its in-built camera . A recognition dog , if you like . We also have a spider operating on the same principle and giving us all kinds of information on unstable environments . We can send her anywhere without running potential dangers that live animals would be exposed to .
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An incredible view of the iconic Rocher of Monaco through the clouds
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