Drone America and UAS Center at SBD Collaborate on Advanced Safety Tools Drone America has announced a partnership with the UAS Center at SBD, focusing on wildfire prevention and mitigation. The collaboration combines advanced drone technology with regional expertise to create innovative tools that enhance community safety and emergency response. “By combining Drone … [Read more...] about Drone Technology Supports Wildfire Prevention and Response
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Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
Join us on Tuesday, December 3, at 3:00 PM EST for the latest episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This special year-end episode will reflect on the top stories and key issues that shaped the public safety drone landscape in 2024. Hosted by Tim Martin, Miriam McNabb, and Charles Werner, this discussion will highlight the trends, challenges, and milestones that defined the … [Read more...] about Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
Autonomous Black Hawk Helicopter Demonstrates Precise Wildfire Suppression
Sikorsky and Rain Partner to Showcase Rapid Wildfire Response with Autonomous Flight Technology In a groundbreaking demonstration on October 29, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, and Rain showcased the potential of autonomous flight technology to address wildfires. The event at Sikorsky's Connecticut headquarters featured an autonomous Black Hawk® helicopter, equipped with … [Read more...] about Autonomous Black Hawk Helicopter Demonstrates Precise Wildfire Suppression
New Funding will Help Dryad Networks Develop New Drone-Based System of Early Detection and Swift Suppression for Wildfires
Dryad Funding Will Help Develop Drone-Based System for Early Wildfire Response Berlin's Dryad Networks announced new funding to accelerate its wildfire prevention solutions, focusing on innovation and development. The company has received a €3.8 million grant from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), administered through Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB). … [Read more...] about New Funding will Help Dryad Networks Develop New Drone-Based System of Early Detection and Swift Suppression for Wildfires
Transgrid Trials Drone Technology for Bushfire Safety and Efficiency
Innovative Approach to Vegetation Management and Network Inspection in NSW and AC Transgrid has launched a new trial using advanced drone technology to inspect its high-voltage transmission network across New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). This initiative aims to improve the company's bushfire preparation efforts, ensuring safety for … [Read more...] about Transgrid Trials Drone Technology for Bushfire Safety and Efficiency
