from timesofisrael.com Israeli-developed 3D printing technology is helping a Latvian company enable extreme sports enthusiasts take the ultimate selfie — a drone that follows them and shoots video of their performances from the air as they do triple wheelies, a “360” on a skateboard, ride the surf, or any of their other adrenaline-pumping activities. Using 3D printers … [Read more...] about Israeli 3D Tech Behind AirDog Sports Drone
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These Drones Can Take the Heat
Drone technology is on the rise in an ever-increasing number of industries, including agriculture, photography, geological surveying, and utility inspection, but it’s the emergency response sector that is gaining momentum as drone manufacturers look at how the technology may save the lives of not only those in life-threatening situations, but of the first responders … [Read more...] about These Drones Can Take the Heat
5 Drone Kickstarters to Watch
Despite the FAA's best efforts, the commercial drones are on the rise. Many companies are looking to get in on what is projected to be a multi-billion dollar industry. To get their foot in the door, a lot of those companies are turning to crowdfunding sites. Here are some of of the most exciting drone kickstarters you should be watching. 1) AirDog Airdog is a drone that … [Read more...] about 5 Drone Kickstarters to Watch
Action Sports UAS HEXO+ Kickstarter Funded in 37 Minutes
Previously known as the Autonomous Flying Camera, HEXO+ launched its official Kickstarter this weekend looking to raise $50,000 to build out its action sports UAS solution. The HEXO+ Kickstarter surpassed the $50K mark in 37 minutes and, at the time of this writing, is about to hit the $350,000 mark. Created by the French company Squadrone System, in conjunction with some of … [Read more...] about Action Sports UAS HEXO+ Kickstarter Funded in 37 Minutes
Phenox Drone Ditches Physical Controller in Favor of Voice/Motion Controls
The UAS community was abuzz this week as the video of the Phenox drone (below) made its appearance on Kickstarter. The Phenox drone is a small quadcopter that fits (and launches from) the palm of your hand. What separates the Phenox from other quadcopters, however, is the fact that there is no physical controller or pilot station. Instead, the drone is controlled by voice … [Read more...] about Phenox Drone Ditches Physical Controller in Favor of Voice/Motion Controls
