A New Chapter for Autonomous Middle-Mile Logistics Windracers has unveiled its latest self-flying cargo aircraft, the ULTRA MK2, at a launch event in London. Designed to enhance middle-mile logistics, the ULTRA MK2 offers double the power output, a 50% increase in payload capacity, and a significant reduction in fuel costs compared to its predecessor. “The launch of ULTRA … [Read more...] about Windracers Introduces ULTRA MK2 Cargo UAV: More Power, Payload, and Efficiency
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Palladyne AI Demonstrates Autonomous Target Tracking with Small Drones
Software Achieves Major Milestone in Third-Party Integration Palladyne AI Corp. (NASDAQ: PDYN and PDYNW) has reached a significant milestone with its Palladyne™️ Pilot AI software platform. In a recent demonstration, the software enabled a small drone from a third-party manufacturer to autonomously identify, prioritize, and track terrestrial targets. This achievement builds on … [Read more...] about Palladyne AI Demonstrates Autonomous Target Tracking with Small Drones
Draganfly Completes Initial Test Flights for Mass General Brigham Drone Delivery Project
Exploring UAVs for Healthcare Logistics: Reducing Delays and Improving Access to Critical Medical Supplies in the Greater Boston Area by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Saskatoon, Saskatchewan company Draganfly Inc, a drone solutions and systems developer, today announced the successful completion of initial flights as part of a proof-of-concept, … [Read more...] about Draganfly Completes Initial Test Flights for Mass General Brigham Drone Delivery Project
Laser Communication on Drones: A New Frontier for Resilient Data Transfer
Cucuyo and Cavok UAS Partner to Demonstrate Laser Communication Technology on UAVs German-based Cucuyo and French company Cavok UAS have announced a strategic partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate Cucuyo's innovative laser communication terminal into Cavok’s professional drone platforms. The collaboration aims to test and validate the … [Read more...] about Laser Communication on Drones: A New Frontier for Resilient Data Transfer
Drones Take Science to New Heights: UAF Research at AGU24
Exploring Snow, Sea Ice, and Remote Education with UAV Technology Scientists from the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Geophysical Institute are leveraging drone technology to push the boundaries of research in challenging environments. At the 2024 American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting, UAF researchers will present innovative projects showcasing drones’ … [Read more...] about Drones Take Science to New Heights: UAF Research at AGU24