(Source: UPI) French energy company GDF Suez said Wednesday it was investing in Redbird, a civilian drone company, to monitor natural gas infrastructures. The French company's venture capital subsidiary said it invested $2.1 million in Redbird to facilitate drone monitoring of natural gas infrastructure, survey topography and monitor "security for public … [Read more...] about French Energy Company Invests in Drones
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Who is Flying Drones over French Nuclear Plants?
(Source: Quartz) Somebody has been flying drones over nuclear power plants in France. Interior minister Bernard Cazeneuve said today (link in French) that an investigation has been launched to figure out who is responsible, and to “neutralize” the devices. EDF, which operates France’s 58 reactors, said that drones were spotted over seven of its plants in recent weeks, … [Read more...] about Who is Flying Drones over French Nuclear Plants?
Dynamic Drone Duo Can Dispose of Nuclear Waste
A British researcher has combined two emerging technologies that could revolutionize the removal of hazardous waste. Mirko Kovac of the Imperial College of London is leading a team that uses a tag-team approach to waste management by deploying two drones – a quadcopter paired with a 3D printer and a hexacopter capable of lifting up to 5.5 pounds. Rowan Hooper of New … [Read more...] about Dynamic Drone Duo Can Dispose of Nuclear Waste
Detection Capabilities of New LWRI HSI Airborne Sensor
from unmannedsystemstechnology.com Exelis has successfully flight tested a long-wave infrared (LWIR) hyperspectral (HSI) sensor capable of pointing in multiple directions to identify threatening substances and gases. “This opens up new uses for LWIR HSI systems, such as looking into denied areas, from high-altitude aircraft. The LWIR HSI sensor development, along with … [Read more...] about Detection Capabilities of New LWRI HSI Airborne Sensor
Can Drones Solve China’s Pollution Problem?
China has long struggled with pollution. The solution: The smog-cleaning drone. The Aviation Industry of China is testing a smog-cleaning drone which carries almost a ton of smog cleaning chemicals. First tests will occur at airports and ports beginning this month. In a recent story in the Business Insider, the pollution removal process is explained. This isn't China's … [Read more...] about Can Drones Solve China’s Pollution Problem?
