DroneBase provides aerial images and drone data to businesses around the world, with clients in residential and commercial real estate, insurance, construction, media and more. Now, the LA drone services provider is stepping into software. That process begins with the acquisition of Betterview’s drone roof inspection software and services. The software uses AI and aerial … [Read more...] about DroneBase Steps into Software with Betterview Acquisition
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FLIR Launches Thermal Studio Software to Simplify Thermal Image Processing
Thermal imaging specialists FLIR have long been a part of the drone industry ecosystem. The company has established itself as the provider of thermal cameras to manufacturers including DJI and Parrot. But the obvious potential of drone-mounted thermal cameras has led FLIR to get more directly involved in the space in recent times. In January, FLIR announced a massive $200m … [Read more...] about FLIR Launches Thermal Studio Software to Simplify Thermal Image Processing
DJI Puts No-Fly Zones in Place for South Korea Winter Olympics
DJI has pushed a software update to install temporary no-fly zones around several venues in South Korea before this month's Winter Olympics. According to a statement from the industry leading manufacturer, "The decision to implement temporary flight restrictions in Pyeongchang and other Korean cities is intended to increase safety and security measures and will be in effect … [Read more...] about DJI Puts No-Fly Zones in Place for South Korea Winter Olympics
Heavy Investment in Obstacle Avoidance to Continue
Whether you're an aerial photographer or an operator using drones for commercial purposes, we can all agree that comprehensive obstacle avoidance technology is vital for the industry as a whole going forwards. Not only will this ease public fears over the safety of more and more drones in the airspace, it will also embolden regulators to be a bit more liberal with legislation … [Read more...] about Heavy Investment in Obstacle Avoidance to Continue