Drone Products

Showcasing Innovations in Stabilization and Connectivity Gremsy and Nokia are teaming up to present their latest UAV integration solutions at XPONENTIAL Europe 2025. The event, known for bringing together experts in unmanned and autonomous systems, provides a platform to explore new advancements and industry challenges. This collaboration highlights ongoing efforts to improve UAV performance and… Read more: Gremsy and Nokia Unveil UAV Integration Solutions at XPONENTIAL Europe 2025

New Application Enables Efficient Infrastructure and Terrain Mapping Wingcopter has announced an expansion of its offerings to include long-range beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) LiDAR surveying solutions. The Wingcopter 198, the company’s flagship drone, will be equipped with advanced laser scanning and camera systems to enable rapid, high-quality data collection. The new system allows… Read more: Wingcopter Expands into Long-Range LiDAR Surveying

Company Releases First Photos Ahead of Expo 2025 Demonstration Flights All images courtesy SkyDrive Inc. SkyDrive Inc. has reached a significant milestone in the certification process for its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) has issued a G-1 certification basis for the ‘SKYDRIVE’ eVTOL. This agreement outlines the… Read more: SkyDrive Secures Certification Basis for eVTOL from Japan Civil Aviation Bureau

With a unique omnidirectional propulsion system and AI-driven flight capabilities, the HAGAMOSphere™ sets new standards for maneuverability and precision in drone technology. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. Japanese technology firm DIC Corporation recently announced that their omnidirectional “multicopter”, the HAGAMOSphere™,… Read more: DIC Corporation’s HAGAMOSphere™ Wins CES Innovation Award for Cutting-Edge Multicopter Design

Censys Technologies has unveiled the Sentaero 6, a new uncrewed aerial system (UAS) designed to push Over-the-Horizon Beyond Visual Line of Sight (OTH BVLOS) operations forward. Built with customer input and regulatory insight, this latest model aims to provide a more capable and efficient solution for asset intelligence. Advancing BVLOS Capabilities Since 2021, Censys Technologies… Read more: Censys Technologies Introduces Sentaero 6: Advancing Over-the-Horizon BVLOS Operations

Milestone Certification Enables Mass Production of 2-Ton Electric Aircraft The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has granted AutoFlight a Production Certificate (PC) for its CarryAll unmanned cargo aircraft. AutoFlight announced that this approval marks the first-ever production license for a 2-ton electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, clearing the way for mass production.… Read more: AutoFlight Receives CAAC Production Certificate for CarryAll eVTOL Cargo Aircraft

AI-Based Software Improves Mission Safety and Performance Teledyne FLIR OEM, a part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has introduced Prism™ Supervisor, the latest addition to its Prism embedded software ecosystem. This new software integrates drone autopilot systems with AI-powered real-time observations to improve mission safety, efficiency, and performance. Enhancing Autonomous Capabilities Prism Supervisor minimizes operator workload… Read more: Teledyne FLIR Releases Prism™ Supervisor Software to Enhance Drone Autonomy

Landmark Agreement Signed During Utah Aerospace & Defense Day Showcases Vision for Statewide Electric Aircraft Network and Sustainable Air Transportation by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb In recent news from Salt Lake City, the Utah Aerospace & Defense group (47G) is scheduled to sign a landmark agreement with South Burlington, Vermont-based electric aircraft manufacturer,… Read more: Utah Partners with BETA Technologies to Launch Electric Aviation Ahead of 2034 Winter Olympics

Breakthrough innovation offers longer flights and reliable performance in extreme climates As the U.S. government prioritizes supply chain resilience and reduces reliance on Chinese manufacturing, companies like BEI are contributing cutting-edge innovations to meet these goals. Founded in South Korea and now with offices in the United States, BEI is driving advancements that promise to… Read more: New Next-Generation Battery Technology Doubles Drone Flight Time

The latest update tackles big data challenges with optimized workflows and multi-platform integration, delivering powerful solutions for commercial and military applications. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Quebec-based software developer SimActive Inc. recently announced the release of the new Correlator3D™ Version 10.3, updating their popular mapping solution to better tackle large-scale projects. This latest… Read more: SimActive’s Correlator3D™ 10.3: Revolutionizing Large-Scale Mapping with Enhanced Speed and Flexibility

New Drones Enhance Mapping, Inspection, and Public Safety with AI Capabilities DJI has unveiled the Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones, featuring cutting-edge sensors, AI-powered tools, and a suite of capabilities aimed at improving aerial operations across various industries. The launch highlights DJI’s ongoing innovation in drone technology, even as the U.S. government continues efforts to… Read more: DJI Introduces Matrice 4 Series: Advanced Tools for Enterprise Drone Operations

AUVSI Adds Four UAS Platforms to Green UAS List The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has announced Green UAS certification for four new platforms: Ascent AeroSystems’ Spirit, AgEagle’s Ebee Tac, and Inspired Flight’s IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat. These certifications expand the options for secure, NDAA-compliant drones suitable for public safety, critical infrastructure, and… Read more: Green UAS Certification Expands Secure Drone Options for Public Safety and Critical Missions

Thermal imaging and AI software integrated into Red Cat’s Black Widow drone Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies, has been chosen by Red Cat Holdings, Inc., to provide thermal imaging and Artificial Intelligence (AI) embedded software for the Black Widow™ small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS). This selection comes as Red Cat secures the U.S. Army’s… Read more: Teledyne FLIR Selected for Red Cat’s Black Widow™: US Army SRR Program

Investment in San Leandro Facility Aims to Strengthen Domestic Supply Chain and Deliver 200 MWh of High-Performance Drone Batteries by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Lyten, a San Jose-based materials company focused on the battery space, announced today that it will acquire Cuberg’s San Leandro lithium-metal battery manufacturing facility and cell making equipment. Lyten… Read more: Lyten Acquires Cuberg’s Facility to Boost US Lithium-Sulfur Battery Production for Drone and Defense Applications

Marubeni Aerospace Partners with LIFT Aircraft to Bring HEXA eVTOL to Japan LIFT Aircraft, in partnership with Marubeni Aerospace, plans to launch its unique pay-per-flight eVTOL service in Japan during World Expo 2025. Following successful demonstrations in Osaka and an exhibition at SusHi Tech 2024 in Tokyo, the collaboration marks Japan as the first market… Read more: LIFT Japan Set to Launch eVTOL Flight Experiences at Expo 2025

RMUS Distributes Secure Thermal Drone Technology Across Canada Teledyne FLIR has announced the Canadian availability of its professional uncrewed aerial system (UAS), the SIRAS™, now accessible through Rocky Mountain Unmanned Systems (RMUS). This partnership aims to bring secure and affordable thermal capabilities to Canadian professionals across various sectors, including industrial inspection, utilities, firefighting, law enforcement,… Read more: Teledyne FLIR SIRAS Drone Now Available for Canadian Industrial and Public Safety Sectors

Strategic Partnership Combines Advanced Gimbals, AI Solutions, and Sony Imaging Technology for Greater Efficiency and Precision Gremsy and HHLA Sky have announced a new partnership aimed at improving industrial drone inspections. This collaboration combines Gremsy’s Pixy LR S-Port gimbals, HHLA Sky’s Integrated Control Center (ICC), and Sony’s digital imaging technology. Together, these companies aim to… Read more: Gremsy and HHLA Sky Collaborate to Enhance Industrial Drone Inspections

Innovative Gimbal Design Unlocks New Possibilities for Aerial and Ground-Based Inspections Gremsy, a leading gimbal manufacturer based in Vietnam, has introduced the two-axis Pixy LR gimbal, designed specifically for the Sony ILX-LR1 camera. This lightweight and high-performance gimbal is engineered to enhance inspection and mapping applications. With an innovative design and versatile integration capabilities, the… Read more: Gremsy Launches Two-Axis Pixy LR Gimbal for Sony ILX-LR1: Expanding Inspection Capabilities for Drones and Rovers

New Vue TV128+ Enhances Thermal Sensitivity for Industrial Inspections and Public Safety Teledyne FLIR, a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has announced the release of the Vue TV128+, a cutting-edge camera module designed for the SIRAS™ professional uncrewed aerial system (UAS). Customers have come to expect the best sensors from Teledyne FLIR, and the SIRAS… Read more: Teledyne FLIR Introduces Advanced Dual-Sensor Payload for SIRAS Drone

New Heavy-Lift UAVs Aim to Revolutionize Agricultural and Utility Operations with Extended Flight Times and Unmatched Payload Capacity by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil A New Hampshire-based company is combining the durability, extended flight time and heavy-lifting capabilities of helicopter technology with the maneuverability and autonomous operation of unmanned aircraft, to introduce the two largest… Read more: Rotor Unveils Airtruck and Sprayhawk: Drones with Helicopter DNA