There's a lot of hype about AI in the drone industry. Applications labeled "AI" offer a wide variety of analysis and sense-and-avoid capabilities. But Boston-based Neurala provides drones (or cars, cameras, and toys) with something more critical than those applications: a brain. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning are complex topics. Machines must process … [Read more...] about Neurala’s Brain: Why Onboard AI is a Game Changer for Commercial Drones
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Drone Research Project Could Save Norway’s Salmon Population
Something fishy is going on in Norway and drones could make things even fishier, in a good way. Norwegian research conglomerate Sintef announced a project to deploy UAS to optimize aquaculture in regional waters – especially for the beleaguered salmon population decimated by sea lice (ugh!). Sintef is offering a fresh solution: an underwater inspection drone that can … [Read more...] about Drone Research Project Could Save Norway’s Salmon Population
Another Milestone for Commercial Drone Adoption: 100,000 Feet of Railway Bridges
Bridge inspections are a strong example of the value of drone technology, and with over 100,000 linear feet of rail bridge inspected, HAZON Solutions is proving the point. VA-based HAZON Solutions ("HAZON") was commissioned by Norfolk Southern to conduct the most comprehensive drone-based inspections in the industry. The stunning part of the milestone is the speed with … [Read more...] about Another Milestone for Commercial Drone Adoption: 100,000 Feet of Railway Bridges
German InterAerial Solutions Expo Focuses on Drone Rules, Innovation
More than 150 drone industry players from more than 25 nations will take flight to Berlin in September for InterAerial Solutions Expo (IASEXPO) to discuss UAS legal issues, market analysis and new improvements in aerial sensor solutions. Focusing on both the German market and wider global issues, IASEXPO is a sub-event of INTERGEO, billed as “the world’s leading trade fair … [Read more...] about German InterAerial Solutions Expo Focuses on Drone Rules, Innovation
Industrial Skyworks Banks on Drone Inspection for Oil, Gas Sector
Inspection drones have taken off (pun intended) as one of the top commercial uses (along with agriculture) in the UAV sector over the past five years. For Industrial Skyworks, the oil and gas industry is fueling (second pun intended) a growing demand for drone inspection across the sector. Chris Leightell, the company’s vice-president of sales, points out several reasons … [Read more...] about Industrial Skyworks Banks on Drone Inspection for Oil, Gas Sector
