At the recent GSX conference in Las Vegas, tether-drone firm Hoverfly Technologies unveiled the LIVESKY SENTRY UAV solution aimed at the security sector. The company describes the system as a “multiplier to augment labor costs by allowing control of multiple tethered drones from a single security operations center.” “We listened to the voice of the customer and designed a … [Read more...] about Hoverfly Launches Brawny Security Drone Solution
Law Enforcement
Starting a Drone (sUAS) Program in Law Enforcement or Emergency Services? Read This First.
If you're part of a public safety agency considering a drone program, read this article by faculty at leading aeronautical university Embry-Riddle, to evaluate whether or not your agency is ready for an sUAS Unit. “A public safety agency’s sUAS unit can reduce the risk to its first responders and increase efficiency during an emergency response or recovery effort,” said Dr. … [Read more...] about Starting a Drone (sUAS) Program in Law Enforcement or Emergency Services? Read This First.
Kestrel Boosts Object Detection Power for Drones
An Australian company has developed a powerful solution to provide drones with a better view from above. Sentient Vision Systems has launched a miniaturized drone-sensor system known as Kestrel that optimizes autonomous object-detection especially designed for security and military use. According to a company press release, the scalable system integrates seamlessly “with … [Read more...] about Kestrel Boosts Object Detection Power for Drones
AirMap Deploys UTM Tech in Czech Republic Skies
Airspace management platform AirMap is set to deploy UTM services in the Czech Republic in partnership with the Air Navigation Services of the Czech Republic (ANS CR) and local service provider UpVision. All parties are working to deliver situational awareness and authorization capabilities for the Czech Republic's growing community of drone operators. Read more: AirMap and … [Read more...] about AirMap Deploys UTM Tech in Czech Republic Skies
New Counter-drone Partnership Fights Prison Contraband
A Texas-based public-safety company is teaming up with a counter-drone firm to stop prison contraband drops via drone. Securus Technologies announced last week the selection of AeroDefense as a provider of drone-detection solutions. New Jersey-based AeroDefense will deploy its AirWarden Radio-Frequency-based drone and pilot detection, location and alert system across … [Read more...] about New Counter-drone Partnership Fights Prison Contraband
