Ford has filed a patent for a drone system integrated into a car- one that could provide emergency services, lights, security, or more. On the commercial side, drones have been paired with cars before: see Mercedes Benz partnering with Matternet for drone deliveries in Switzerland. They've been paired with adventure vehicles for recreational purposes: like this motorcycle. … [Read more...] about Ford Files Patent for a Drone that Launches from your Trunk
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Rescue Drone Firm Seeks Regulation Lifeline
A South Korean UAV startup wants to deploy drones to save lives but it may need to be rescued from a sea of government regulation to survive. In 2015, Incheon-based Soomvi developed the S-200 Rescue drone, a quadcopter that can drop flotation devices to drowning swimmers as well as patrol waterways for maritime search and rescue. However, Soomvi’s Overseas Strategy … [Read more...] about Rescue Drone Firm Seeks Regulation Lifeline
