Researchers have demonstrated the effectiveness of consumer drone technology for non-invasive pathogen surveillance in free-ranging whales across the North Atlantic, marking a significant advancement in marine mammal health monitoring. A study published in BMC Veterinary Research documented the use of a DJI Mavic 2 Pro equipped with specialized sampling apparatus to detect … [Read more...] about Drone Blow Sampling Helps Researchers Track Sick Whales
Environmental monitoring
Researchers Demonstrate “Lab-on-a-Drone” System for Real-Time Nitrate Monitoring
New drone-mounted sensor platform enables mid-air water analysis to support agriculture and water quality management Researchers have developed a new “lab-on-a-drone” system that can collect and analyze water samples in real time, according to a study reported in ACS Sensors. The system is designed to measure nitrate levels in hard-to-reach areas, including drainage ditches … [Read more...] about Researchers Demonstrate “Lab-on-a-Drone” System for Real-Time Nitrate Monitoring
UK Approves First International Civil Drone Operation
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has granted Windracers, a British commercial and defense drone manufacturer, approval to conduct the first international civil unmanned aerial system (UAS) operation by a UK company. Working in partnership with Luftfartstilsynet (Civil Aviation Authority Norway), Windracers will fly its dual-use heavy-lift drone, Windracers ULTRA, beyond … [Read more...] about UK Approves First International Civil Drone Operation
AgEagle Launches RedEdge-P Green Camera for Precision Agriculture
New multispectral sensor offers advanced imaging for farming, research, and environmental management AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) has announced the release of the RedEdge-P™ Green, a new multispectral camera designed to improve precision agriculture and related applications. The company says the sensor will provide farmers, researchers, and environmental managers … [Read more...] about AgEagle Launches RedEdge-P Green Camera for Precision Agriculture
Drone America and SpecTIR Partner to Expand Hyperspectral UAS Capabilities
Nevada-Based Companies Collaborate on Advanced Aerial Imaging for Government and Commercial Use A New Collaboration for Enhanced Aerial Sensing Drone America, a U.S. manufacturer of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), and SpecTIR, a specialist in hyperspectral imaging technologies, have signed a new strategic agreement. The partnership will focus on delivering advanced aerial … [Read more...] about Drone America and SpecTIR Partner to Expand Hyperspectral UAS Capabilities
