The new Qualcomm drone platform -5G and AI-Enabled - is making headlines. Here is why the new platform could be important to drone manufacturers and commercial drone customers. Communications are a critical part of drone platforms: they enable the connections between operator and drone. Long-range Wi-Fi connectivity can enable many commercial applications, especially as … [Read more...] about Why the New Qualcomm Drone Platform Matters to Drone Manufacturers
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Drone Company AEE Announces AI-fueled Product Launch at CES 2019
During CES 2019, drone-tech company AEE Aviation announced the expansion of their partnership with AI start-up ModalAI with the goal of empowering “drones to navigate environments more safely and efficiently for drone operators.” “Specifically, this unique partnership will allow AEE to integrate advanced AI perception into its core line of drones and UAVs, bringing … [Read more...] about Drone Company AEE Announces AI-fueled Product Launch at CES 2019
New Agriculture Sensor Built on Qualcomm Drone Platform
A precision agriculture company is partnering with an up-and-coming drone-industry player in a bid to revolutionize farming. SLANTRANGE, a self-described “agricultural intelligence company,” has released the 3p, a multispectral sensors system designed for agriculture drones. Built on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Flight drone platform, the 3p will offer a robust onboard processing … [Read more...] about New Agriculture Sensor Built on Qualcomm Drone Platform
Alarm.com, Qualcomm Unleash Guard Dog Drones
Burglars, beware! Your next victim may be guarded from above. Security company Alarm.com unveiled plans last week to create an autonomous drone application to strengthen home and business security systems by combining the company's multi-sensor awareness software with the Qualcomm Snapdragon Flight drone platform. The smart drone can navigate across a property and transmit … [Read more...] about Alarm.com, Qualcomm Unleash Guard Dog Drones
How and Where to Invest in the Drone Industry
Drones are big business. Regardless of how you slice the research, the drone market is projected to be worth billions in the next five years, with a compound annual growth rate of over 10%. But with most drone companies still in the startup stage, how can your average investor take advantage of the booming industry? Here are three ways to invest in drones now. Invest in … [Read more...] about How and Where to Invest in the Drone Industry