- Drones are a Key Tool to Protect Forests: the FAO ReportDrones One of Five Key Innovations to Protect Forests from Increasing Wildfire and Pest Threats Climate change is significantly increasing the vulnerability of the world’s forests to stressors such as wildfires and pests, according to a new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Released at the 27th session of… Read more: Drones are a Key Tool to Protect Forests: the FAO Report
- ACSL Unveils TENSO: The Next-Gen Smart Controller for SOTEN DronesEnhanced Usability, Durability, and Connectivity for Field Operation Japanese dronemaker ACSL Inc. recently announced their newest offering- TENSO, a new smart controller for their SOTEN drone, which is also receiving some major updates. The new TENSO controller uses the same AES256 encryption communication protocol between it and the drone as the standard unit, but adds… Read more: ACSL Unveils TENSO: The Next-Gen Smart Controller for SOTEN Drones
- Enhancing Security: Asylon Robotics’ DroneDog Safeguards 2024 Republican National ConventionMilwaukee Fire Department Teams Up with ‘Spot’ to Mitigate Chemical Threats and Ensure Attendee Safety Pennsylvania-based automated security system developer Asylon Robotics recently shared that their DroneDog system was used to enhance security at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in collaboration with the Milwaukee Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Team. Affectionately nicknamed… Read more: Enhancing Security: Asylon Robotics’ DroneDog Safeguards 2024 Republican National Convention
- FAA Approves D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir2 for UAS Detection and MitigationInnovative Counter-Drone Technology Receives FAA Endorsement for Safe Integration into National Airspace System: Keeping Airport Operations Goin Radio-frequency counter-drone technology developer D-Fend Solutions recently announced that their EnforceAir2 non-kinetic non-jamming takeover technology had been evaluated by the FAA as part of their efforts to certify, permit, authorize, and allow UAS detection and mitigation in the… Read more: FAA Approves D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir2 for UAS Detection and Mitigation
- Drone Express Launches Delivery Operations in Winston-Salem, NCInnovative Drone Delivery Service Enhances Convenience and Sustainability Drone Express, a leading provider of drone delivery services, has announced the launch of its operations in Winston-Salem, NC. This new service will be based at SouthEast Plaza Shopping Center and is set to begin in late summer, aiming to bring advanced delivery solutions to the community.… Read more: Drone Express Launches Delivery Operations in Winston-Salem, NC
- Aerodome and Flock Safety Partner to Expand Drone-As-First-Responder TechnologyNew Integration Aims to Enhance Public Safety Response Capabilities Aerodome and Flock Safety have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Aerodome’s next-generation Drone-As-First-Responder (DFR) technology with Flock Safety’s crime-solving platform. This collaboration aims to enhance public safety by deploying drones to emergency situations and sensor alerts, thereby decreasing response times and improving the safety of… Read more: Aerodome and Flock Safety Partner to Expand Drone-As-First-Responder Technology
- Consortium Explores 5G-Enabled Drone Deliveries in Remote Areas of the UKSkyports and Partners Aim to Enhance Connectivity in Orkney Islands A new consortium, led by Skyports Drone Services, has been launched to explore the potential of 5G services in supporting drone operations in rural areas. Funded by the UK Space Agency, the Connectivity for Remote Orkney Future Transport (CROFT) project will investigate how space technologies… Read more: Consortium Explores 5G-Enabled Drone Deliveries in Remote Areas of the UK
- Drone Delivery: A Win-Win for Vendors and CustomersSurvey Highlights High Customer Satisfaction and Increased Revenue Drone delivery is gaining traction as a viable and efficient delivery method, bringing substantial benefits to both customers and vendors. According to a recent survey conducted by DroneUp, drone deliveries are not only meeting but exceeding customer expectations while also driving incremental revenue for retailers. High Customer… Read more: Drone Delivery: A Win-Win for Vendors and Customers
- AgEagle on the Drone Radio Show!Don’t miss AgEagle on the Drone Radio Show, as CEO Bill Irby discusses the company’s evolution into a full-stack drone company and the recent deals that demonstrate the company’s success in the marketplace with host Randy Goers. Drone Radio Show · AgEagle’s Evolution in the Drone Industry: Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle Aerial Systems Bill Irby… Read more: AgEagle on the Drone Radio Show!
- WarrenUAS Champions Next Generation of Drone Experts: Collaboration with Warren County Technical School Takes FlightGroundbreaking Drone Training Program at Warren County Technical School Achieves Major Milestones with WarrenUAS Support, Paving Pathways to High-Tech Careers Warren County Community College’s acclaimed drone training program is continuing its collaboration with other institutions in the fast-growing field by supporting a new drone program at nearby Warren County Technical School (WCTS). That program this… Read more: WarrenUAS Champions Next Generation of Drone Experts: Collaboration with Warren County Technical School Takes Flight
- New Oceanographic Survey Drone Can Take Off, Land, and Sail on the WaterThis article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. Penta Ocean Construction (President, Takuzo Shimizu) and Prodrone Co., Ltd. (President, Shunsuke Toya) have jointly developed the “Penta-Ocean Vanguard-DroneAqua” (POV-DA), an innovative oceanographic survey drone capable of taking off, landing, and sailing on the sea. The POV-DA is designed for seamless water… Read more: New Oceanographic Survey Drone Can Take Off, Land, and Sail on the Water
- FlytBase and Pix4D Partner to Streamline Drone Data Processing WorkflowsIntegration Simplifies Project Management for Automated Drone Operations FlytBase, a drone autonomy software platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Pix4D, a leading photogrammetry platform for terrestrial and drone mapping. This collaboration aims to streamline drone data processing workflows by allowing FlytBase users to seamlessly upload their drone-captured data directly to the PIX4Dcloud online platform,… Read more: FlytBase and Pix4D Partner to Streamline Drone Data Processing Workflows
- Why Didn’t the Secret Service Use Drones to Protect Former President Trump?The Role of Drones in Protecting High-Profile Events: A Lesson from the Trump Rally Shooting On July 13, a tragic incident unfolded at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a gunman, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from a rooftop near where former President Donald Trump was speaking. This event resulted in the… Read more: Why Didn’t the Secret Service Use Drones to Protect Former President Trump?
- High-Stakes Security, Solar Drones, and EV Harley Davidsons: This Week on Weekly WingsYou Won’t Want to Miss this Episode of Weekly Wings: Your Drone Industry Podcast from the Pilot Perspective In this gripping episode of Weekly Wings, the team delves into some of the most intriguing and impactful developments in the drone industry. Hosts Paul, Samuel, and Terry kick off the episode by addressing the recent… Read more: High-Stakes Security, Solar Drones, and EV Harley Davidsons: This Week on Weekly Wings
- Drones on the “Blue sUAS” List Won’t Necessarily Stay There: DIU to Hold “Competitive Refresh”An article in National Defense reports that the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), the entity responsible for the development and maintenance of the Blue sUAS list, will hold a “competitive refresh” of the list later this year. The DIU’s Blue sUAS list is a critical certification for drone manufacturers. The list indicates a “secure platform” suitable… Read more: Drones on the “Blue sUAS” List Won’t Necessarily Stay There: DIU to Hold “Competitive Refresh”
- India’s IdeaForge Integrates Inertial Lab’s LiDAR into Commercial UAV SolutionsNew Partnership Enhances UAV Mapping Capabilities ideaForge Technology Limited, an India-based global drone technology company, has announced a new partnership with Inertial Labs, a global leader in inertial sensors and GPS systems. This collaboration integrates Inertial Labs’ RESEPI LiDAR solution into ideaForge’s high-performance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), representing a major step forward in UAV-based LiDAR… Read more: India’s IdeaForge Integrates Inertial Lab’s LiDAR into Commercial UAV Solutions
- Innovative Cleaning Agents Enable Solar Panel Maintenance with DronesEmil Otto GmbH Introduces Advanced Cleaning Solutions for Solar Systems, Designed for Use with Drones Emil Otto GmbH, a renowned supplier of cleaning and soldering agents for the solar industry, has introduced a range of cleaning products designed to be used with drones. These innovative solutions aim to enhance the efficiency and longevity of solar… Read more: Innovative Cleaning Agents Enable Solar Panel Maintenance with Drones
- How Drones Transformed Volcanic Eruption Management in Iceland: the Video Case Study from DJIFrom Monitoring to Search and Rescue, Discover How DJI Dock and Matrice 30 Enhanced Safety and Efficiency During Reykjanes Peninsula Eruption Check out this video case study from DJI: Iceland Volcano Drone Monitoring Since 2021, drones have played a crucial role in monitoring volcanic eruptions on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula. These versatile tools have been used… Read more: How Drones Transformed Volcanic Eruption Management in Iceland: the Video Case Study from DJI
- Quantum Systems Enhances Reconnaissance Drone Capabilities in Ukraine with AI UpgradeNew Receptor AI System Boosts Autonomous Navigation and Image Recognition for GNSS-Denied Environments German reconnaissance drone developer Quantum Systems recently announced that they had recently begun testing an upgrade to their “Receptor AI” multi-sensor system in Ukraine. This Jetson Orin Nvidia powered-AI system includes several sensors for the Vector reconnaissance drone that allow for enhanced… Read more: Quantum Systems Enhances Reconnaissance Drone Capabilities in Ukraine with AI Upgrade
- Full-scale Helicopter Logistics, Minus the Pilots: Near Earth Autonomy is Enabling AutonomyIn collaboration with industry leaders Leonardo and Honeywell, Near Earth will showcase advanced autonomy on the proven Leonardo AW139 helicopter platform to provide logistical support during expeditionary operations in contested environments. Pennsylvania-based Near Earth Autonomy has been selected by NAVAIR to lead one of the teams demonstrating optimized logistics using rotorcraft for the U.S. Marine… Read more: Full-scale Helicopter Logistics, Minus the Pilots: Near Earth Autonomy is Enabling Autonomy