Parrot, the UAV technology firm, has announced two new drones that broaden its enterprise offerings. The new UAVs, the Parrot Bluegrass and the Parrot Bebop-Pro Thermal, are aimed at the commercial agriculture, construction and public safety markets. It's a strong signal from a firm that is clearly looking to stay competitive with DJI by offering a full suite of drone … [Read more...] about Parrot Expands Enterprise Solutions with Ag and Thermal Imaging Drones
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3DR Helps Construction Firm Score a Major Goal for a World Cup Nation
Drones are helping Qatar score some impressive goals ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Major drone company 3DR is joining forces with engineering consultancy Arcadis to launch inspection drones as part of the massive Orbital Highway project in the city of Doha. The 14-lane expressway will span nearly 30 miles and is targeted for completion in 2018 – four years ahead of Qatar’s … [Read more...] about 3DR Helps Construction Firm Score a Major Goal for a World Cup Nation
Skyfront Sets Multirotor Drone World Record with 4 hour and 34 minute Flight Time
Earlier this week a Chinese firm, Foxtechhobby, claimed it had set a drone world record with a flight of 3 hours. The record did not stand long. Skyfront, a California startup, is reporting that its multirotor drone, the Skyfront Tailwind, has claimed that record with a flight of 4 hours and 34 minutes. And in a conversation with DroneLife, Skyfront CEO Troy Mestler said he … [Read more...] about Skyfront Sets Multirotor Drone World Record with 4 hour and 34 minute Flight Time
Measure Receives Investment from PSP Capital; Chairman of PSP to Join Board
Penny Pritzker, Founder and Chairman of PSP Capital, is joining the board of Measure, the drone services firm. PSP Capital has made an investment in the firm. The amount was not disclosed. The announcement follows Measure's recent launch of targeted services that provide customers in the energy, construction, infrastructure and media sectors with a full suite of drone services … [Read more...] about Measure Receives Investment from PSP Capital; Chairman of PSP to Join Board
How Drones Amplify Human Potential
Sponsored post by Rosalie Bartlett, Marketing Manager, Kespry — In companies of any size, a change in workflow – especially one that involves a new and unfamiliar tool – can be met with resistance from the existing team. The return on investment for drone technology is so strong, however, that it’s critical to make a case for introducing such a powerful tool. With the … [Read more...] about How Drones Amplify Human Potential
