Fast Company calls it a "vampire drone," but the drone developed by a team of researchers at the University of Southern Denmark is designed to find and suck power, not blood. Dramatic headlines aside, the idea has significance for industrial drone flight beyond visual line of sight. With many drones still limited by relatively short battery life, the ability for a drone … [Read more...] about This Drone Steals Power from the Nearest Power Lines to Charge Its Battery and Keep Flying
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Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Begins Tests in the Antarctic: Drones for Environmental Research in Challenging Environments
Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Initiates Test Flights in Antarctica for Environmental Research A specialized team has successfully arrived at the Rothera Research Station, marking the commencement of testing for the Windracers ULTRA autonomous drone in Antarctica. This innovative drone, designed for extreme environments, has the potential to significantly enhance the … [Read more...] about Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Begins Tests in the Antarctic: Drones for Environmental Research in Challenging Environments
Telefónica Combines Drones with IoT Sensors for Wildfire Warning System
The combination of drones and wildfires isn't usually a productive one. Emergency teams tasked with fighting them are often disrupted by opportunistic aerial photographers. But the technology has also proved to be a useful situational awareness for fire crews. Drones can cover ground quickly and provide an indication of a fire's scale and threat, reducing the need to put … [Read more...] about Telefónica Combines Drones with IoT Sensors for Wildfire Warning System
Over $2m in Prizes To Be Won in AI Drone Racing Contest
Aerospace giant Lockheed Martin and Drone Racing League (DRL) have announced a contest inviting teams to develop artificial intelligence (AI) systems capable of piloting racing drones and beating human pilots. Participating teams will compete in a series of challenges for their share of more than $2 million in prizes. The challenge was announced by Lockheed Martin … [Read more...] about Over $2m in Prizes To Be Won in AI Drone Racing Contest
Skydio Update R1 With Car Follow Feature
Skydio, the US manufacturer behind the hugely impressive R1 drone, has announced a software update that will expand their flagship product's capabilities. The most notable part of the update is a new feature that allows the R1 to track and follow vehices. Skdyio says the new mode is "perfect for capturing all of the action on your next adventure, from off-road 4x4ing, … [Read more...] about Skydio Update R1 With Car Follow Feature
