Amazon has published a pending patent for "sense and avoid" drone technology that would allow delivery drones to avoid obstacles, Forbes reports. The release of Amazon's PrimeAir video last week had audiences impressed with the concept of drone delivery, but many were concerned about how Amazon and other retailers plan to ensure that drone crashes - into trees, power lines, … [Read more...] about Amazon’s “Sense and Avoid” Patent for Drones
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World’s Fastest Drone: Made From 3D Printer
The world's fastest drone debuted at the Dubai Airshow this month, reports Live Science, and it isn't what you'd expect. At about 33 pounds, with a 9 ft. wingspan, the drone is far larger than a racing drone, looks nothing like a quadcopter, and is not quite like a military or a commercial delivery drone. But then again, it wasn't built like any of those things. The Aurora … [Read more...] about World’s Fastest Drone: Made From 3D Printer
Drone Registration Task Force, Day 1
The FAA's Drone Registration Task Force met for the first time yesterday. FAA administrator Michael Huerta opened the meeting with a prepared statement reiterating the task force's goals and objectives, reminding the group of current regulations and processes, and setting the stage for the force to begin deliberations about a streamlined drone registration process. After … [Read more...] about Drone Registration Task Force, Day 1
UK Department for Transport Asks Public Opinion on Drones
The United Kingdom's Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that it will begin a program of public engagement on the use of drones in November. British social research firm TNS BMRB has been hired to conduct a series of public discussions held at five locations across the UK to test public opinion on the use of commercial and civilian drones in the UK. The program was … [Read more...] about UK Department for Transport Asks Public Opinion on Drones
Drone Technology Emerging as New Infrastructure Solution
from business.wesrch.com Picture this – unmanned aerial vehicles delivering pizzas to private homes, depositing pharmacy prescriptions and/or transporting books and tapes from a commercial online vendor to any location. People definitely find the convenience concept attractive. As a result, Americans are beginning to see a more positive side of drone … [Read more...] about Drone Technology Emerging as New Infrastructure Solution
