A Euro-American research team has developed a micro-drone that can open doors to new possibilities – literally, not figuratively. The flying robot – dubbed FlyCroTug – is outfitted with a gripping apparatus. Two of the diminutive drones work together to pull objects – for example -- lassoing a door handle and pushing it open. The UAVs can anchor to surfaces using sticky … [Read more...] about Micro-drones Can Anchor onto Surfaces and Pull Heavy Loads
Search and Rescue
DJI, EENA & Black Channel Release SAR Drone Study Findings
Drones are increasingly being adopted by public safety teams and first responders. A study out this week from DJI, the European Emergency Number Association (EENA) and Irish research firm Black Channel, shows why that trend is set to continue. And research like this is important. You'll struggle to find an emergency service anywhere in the world - particularly in the sphere … [Read more...] about DJI, EENA & Black Channel Release SAR Drone Study Findings
Italian Engineer Wins $20,000 Grant to Develop Drone Ambulance
A $20,000 prize has been awarded to Italian Vincenzo Navanteri by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI). Navanteri won the Prince Alvaro de Orleans-Borbon Grant at the FAI International Drones Conference and Expo, in Lausanne, Switzerland, for his drone ambulance concept. Switzerland, of course, is no stranger to drones transforming traditional medical services. … [Read more...] about Italian Engineer Wins $20,000 Grant to Develop Drone Ambulance
Drone Software Firm Teams Up with Experts to Make Searches Easier
Drone mission-software provider UgCS (or SPH Engineering) is partnering with Airborne Response to enhance UAV-led search and rescue efforts. UgCS software enhancements includes customizable search patterns such as the “expanding square” and “creeping line” that can be used in both search operations and on other missions. “Based on the flight altitude input by the … [Read more...] about Drone Software Firm Teams Up with Experts to Make Searches Easier
Florida Workshop Will Focus on Drones and Hurricanes
With hurricane season approaching, Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay Campus is testing drones to help save time and lives amid disaster. On July 14, the FlU Academy for International Disaster Preparedness will partner with local first responders and drone company Airborne Response to conduct UAS exercises in coordination with marine, land and other aviation … [Read more...] about Florida Workshop Will Focus on Drones and Hurricanes
