Findings from a study conducted in New Zealand and the UK suggests that drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras could be used to locate and protect endangered Maui and Hector’s dolphins in New Zealand. The application could also be used for conservation measures for other marine mammal species around the world. The successful study proved that aerial thermal detection … [Read more...] about Study: Drones and Thermal Cameras Can Protect Endangered Marine Wildlife
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Cora, Kitty Hawk’s Air Taxi Takes Off in New Zealand
Another player in the flying taxi space has emerged in the form of Cora, the first personal transport vehicle from Kitty Hawk, Google co-founder Larry Page's aviation company. Kitty Hawk - not to be confused with the popular drone software company - has unveiled the Cora and announced that efforts have begun to launch the passenger drone in New Zealand. In development … [Read more...] about Cora, Kitty Hawk’s Air Taxi Takes Off in New Zealand
How Drone-Mounted Lasers May Save the World from Weeds
When we imagine a future with laser guns, we typically think of classic sci-fi tropes – Han Solo or Captain Picard shooting it out with yet another violent alien baddie. However, the concept of a laser-laden future may come from the sky and the targets won’t be Romulans or Sith Lords but a much more destructive force – weeds. Researchers with New Zealand-based firm … [Read more...] about How Drone-Mounted Lasers May Save the World from Weeds
Drone Film Festival ANZ Begins Tour of Australia & New Zealand
Drone Film Festivals are becoming increasingly popular these days. And it's easy to see why: more people are flying and recording video than ever before. And in turn all of those inspirational clips are getting more pilots involved in the hobby. Now, drone fans down under are the latest to have a drone show touring on their patch. Drone Film Festival ANZ (DFFANZ) will be … [Read more...] about Drone Film Festival ANZ Begins Tour of Australia & New Zealand
NZ Drone Test Range Is First of Its Kind
Researchers in New Zealand are hoping a drone test range will open up new horizons for the nation’s growing UAV industry. At the University of Canterbury’s Spatial Engineering Research Centre, a partnership of academic and commercial players recently launched a specialized test range. Officials see the complex as a way to promote the growth of drone-industry niche sectors … [Read more...] about NZ Drone Test Range Is First of Its Kind
