Counter-drone company Citadel Defense has captured $4 million in government contracts from an undisclosed, American government agency in an effort to keep rogue drones – some piloted by terrorists – away from military operations. Over the last few years, insurgent groups have begun using drones in combat environments to harm personnel and equipment in the field. Citadel … [Read more...] about Citadel Scores Another Counter Drone Contract to Protect Military
Drone Tech Innovation Will Flow Emergency Footage Directly to 911 Call Centers
A new techno-marriage is about to give 911 dispatchers a life-saving view from above thanks to drone innovation. Public-safety tech firm Carbyne this week announced a partnership with Edgybees, a provider of high-precision, geo-registration software for aerial video. The new integration will help improve response time and accuracy during emergencies by flowing real-time … [Read more...] about Drone Tech Innovation Will Flow Emergency Footage Directly to 911 Call Centers
American Robotics Joins Key Drone Rulemaking Committee
Massachusetts drone developer American Robotics is joining the FAA’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond-Visual-Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) Aviation Rulemaking Committee, according to a company press release. Recently acquired by wireless broadband company Ondas Holdings, American Robotics produces the automated Scout drone system, the first such system to receive FAA … [Read more...] about American Robotics Joins Key Drone Rulemaking Committee
North Dakota’s BVLOS Drone Network Snags $20-million boost
North Dakota’s official, statewide drone system is growing after lawmakers recently approved a $20 million grant. The network, known as Vantis, is the first of its kind in the U.S. The network uses multiple radar posts, surveillance sensors and command-and-control-radios to give drone pilots a “drone’s-eye” view of their surroundings, much like being in a cockpit. Once fully … [Read more...] about North Dakota’s BVLOS Drone Network Snags $20-million boost
DCL Soars into 2021 Drone Racing Season with Hybrid Matches
One of the world’s largest drone-racing leagues is soaring into a new season with some high-flying innovations. The Drone Champions League today announced the launch of its 2021 season with a hybrid of virtual and in-person drone racing. Offering break-neck speeds of up to 99 mph, the races will span seven venues around the world and kickstart the DCL’s Women’s … [Read more...] about DCL Soars into 2021 Drone Racing Season with Hybrid Matches