London's Metropolitan Police is set to become the first UK police force to use a drone to monitor road users. Rather than reporting on congestion or accidents, the drone will be used to spot dangerous drivers, in particular those who are speeding or racing on London's roads. DS Andy Cox, the head of the Met’s roads and traffic policing unit and the Met’s lead on Mayor … [Read more...] about Met Police to Use Drones to Tackle London’s Speeding Motorists
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Meet Nimbus, the Indestructible Racing Drone
Crowdfunding and drones have a very mixed relationship. Take the recent burst bubble of the Lily Drone. Despite raising over 30 million dollars, the company had to close down amid claims that what it was offering simply couldn't stand up to what the reality would turn out like. Needless to say, it's not going to stop other ambitious startups from seeking funds to make their … [Read more...] about Meet Nimbus, the Indestructible Racing Drone
Is this the Solution to Drone Racing’s Spectator Problems?
Maker Faires don't usually disappoint when it comes to exhibiting the latest in innovation and technology. At the Faire in California earlier this week, drone racing was one of the events to make a big impression, with an added twist that could be a smart solution to arguably the sport's biggest problem. It's been suggested that drone racing doesn't make for the best … [Read more...] about Is this the Solution to Drone Racing’s Spectator Problems?
Drone Pilots Use Brain Power to Race
Ever get your thumbs mixed up when trying to pull of a tricky manoeuvre, or wish your drone was more responsive and did exactly what you wanted? We've all been there. But now it looks as though scientists at the University of Florida have moved a step closer to intuitive flight, or at least flight powered to a degree by the mind. Researchers at the University of Florida have … [Read more...] about Drone Pilots Use Brain Power to Race
ESPN Deal Takes Drone Racing into the Mainstream
ESPN has announced a partnership with the International Drone Racing Association (IDRA), in a move that will see several upcoming events streamed on ESPN3, with edited highlights to be featured on one of ESPN's TV channels. The multi-year deal is set to start with IDRA’s US National Drone Racing Championships, which is being held in New York City this August. The three-day … [Read more...] about ESPN Deal Takes Drone Racing into the Mainstream
