Augmented reality (AR) is a hot topic. Put AR on another hot platform - like drones - and you get some amazing possibilities. Israeli-based Edgybees, whose technology enables augmented reality (AR) on high speed platforms like drones and cars, is realizing those possibilities - and they've just raised over $5 million to move forward. Edgybees "enables developers to create … [Read more...] about From Drone Racing to Emergency Response: A/R Company Edgybees Raises $5.5 Million
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New FPV Technology Tackles the Motion Sickness Challenge
Some people do roller coasters, and some don't. You can blame your stomach or your inner ear, but motion sickness - that hangover sensation without the party beforehand - isn't much fun. Now there's good news for FPV pilots who find that their stomachs tend to drop along with their drones: MONKEYmedia, an independent R&D lab, has tackled the problem. "MONKEYmedia, Inc. … [Read more...] about New FPV Technology Tackles the Motion Sickness Challenge
Red Bull. Drone Racing. Of Course.
The Red Bull brand is all about speed. And with a tagline like "Red Bull gives you wings," drone racing seems like an obvious space for Red Bull to bring their unique blend of hipster cool and circus-like production. Red Bull's DR.ONE took place in Spielberg, Austria last week. For the race, Red Bull created "one of the toughest and most unique drone courses ever … [Read more...] about Red Bull. Drone Racing. Of Course.
“2017 Women to Watch in UAS” Named
The drone industry is celebrating some of the women making headlines this year. Drone360 magazine and Women and Drones have published this year's 2017 Women to Watch in UAS, a list of 9 women "disrupting, innovating, and shaping the future of the UAS (unmanned aerial systems) industry," says Drone360. “The Women to Watch in UAS List emphasizes the integral role of women in … [Read more...] about “2017 Women to Watch in UAS” Named
Smart Kid Raises ~$6 Mill and Starts Drone Company – Watch Out
Teal is a remarkable drone company for several reasons. First, it raised ~$6 million from angel investors including Peter Thiel. Second, it is a US based firm manufacturing drones for the consumer market. Third, it was started by a high school student who has infused his company with his passion for flight as fun. Their drone, the Sport, is designed for racing and, according to … [Read more...] about Smart Kid Raises ~$6 Mill and Starts Drone Company – Watch Out
