Another patent related to Amazon's drone delivery plans has been discovered. The patent was applied for in 2014 and awarded in April, but was only uncovered this week by CB Insights tech analyst Zoe Leavitt. The newly discovered patent describes what Amazon calls AFC's - airborne fulfillment centers - or flying warehouses. Reading like something out of a Star Trek script, … [Read more...] about Another Secret Patent Revealed for Amazon
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Amazon’s Patent to Protect Delivery Drones
In their latest move towards implementing drone delivery, Amazon has received a patent for technology to protect their delivery drones from hackers. "Uncrewed autonomous vehicles ("UAVs") may navigate from one location to another location. During navigation, the UAVs may be vulnerable to various threats," states the patent. "For example, an adversarial person may interfere … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Patent to Protect Delivery Drones
Five Future Uses for Drone Technology
Standard photography drones are expected to make record sales over the festive period. But we thought it would be a good idea to look ahead at what the industry might have to offer in the years to come. So, apart from your regular UAVs for aerial photography, what are five future uses for drones? Personal Transport At CES 2016, Ehang revealed the 184, a personal transport … [Read more...] about Five Future Uses for Drone Technology
New Patent Expands Amazon Drone Plan
When we think of Amazon and drones, we think of airborne delivery. But with a new patent awarded to the retailer on Tuesday, Amazon wants to expand UAV technology, making drones smaller, lighter, cheaper and responsive to voice commands. In the company’s patent application, Amazon envisions “techniques and systems” that would allow drones (among other functions) “to … [Read more...] about New Patent Expands Amazon Drone Plan
Drone Delivery: The Winners and Losers
Drone delivery is big news, with drones delivering everything from blood platelets to burritos. While drone delivery has been a hot topic in the drone industry for sometime, there aren't many companies who are making it work now. We've put together a list of drone delivery's winners - and losers. The results might surprise you. The Winners: Small and Easy to Work … [Read more...] about Drone Delivery: The Winners and Losers
