Virginia’s government drone initiative just got fueled by a $1.5 million grant to develop a research institute dedicated to autonomous systems. Gov. Ralph Northam announced the grant in a press release last week. The grant stems from the Virginia Research Investment Fund in what Northam says is second-round funding. The three-year grant will fund the Commonwealth Center … [Read more...] about Multi-million Dollar Grant Will Fund Virginia Unmanned Systems Project
Drones Beat at the Heart of Celine Dion’s Tour
Because she loved them, indoor-drone provider Verity Studios is embarking on a new tour with Canadian sensation Céline Dion with a bevy of illuminated autonomous drones set to launch during the pop diva’s upcoming concerts. As described by a Verity statement: “In the much-awaited encore of Dion’s show, the song ‘My Heart Will Go On, more than 100 Verity drones rise from the … [Read more...] about Drones Beat at the Heart of Celine Dion’s Tour
Terra Drone Soars Into a Successful October
Japanese drone provider Terra Drone is reporting an amazing October. The UAV firm recently launched an AI-based solution for power-line maintenance. Following a study of various energy channels, the company identified a need for beyond-line-of-sight drone inspection of more than 55,000 miles of power lines across global markets. Drone-lifted, AI-algorithm arrays … [Read more...] about Terra Drone Soars Into a Successful October
Nevada Climbs into Second Highest Rating for Drone-friendly States
It’s a safe bet that Nevada will continue to innovate in the drone space in the years to come. The Silver State has been ranked as the second best place for drone business, according to Business Facilities' 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report. “This ranking does not come without an industry and community recognizing that Nevada has the operational goods and vision … [Read more...] about Nevada Climbs into Second Highest Rating for Drone-friendly States
N.C. Drone Firm Lands Critical Drone Contract in Virginia
The old catchphrase “Virginia is for Lovers” may be true but – thanks to a North Carolina start-up the Commonwealth is also for drone lovers. Charlotte UAV recently won a contract to provide Virginia government agencies with UAS services ranging from emergency/law-enforcement support to gaming, agriculture, media relations and marketing services. The agreement is no … [Read more...] about N.C. Drone Firm Lands Critical Drone Contract in Virginia
