Drones, a technology once unknown to many, are making headlines again as companies such as Google and Amazon attempt to sharpen their competitive edge. Universities, however, are also playing a critical role in the their introduction to modern society for civilian use. In December, the Federal Aviation Administration announced six test sites aimed to conduct research … [Read more...] about Universities Pave the Way for Drone Testing
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University of Maryland Opens Drone Test Site
from articles.baltimoresun.com University of Maryland officials on Tuesday announced the launch of a new test site to study how drones may coexist with jets, helicopters and other air traffic in U.S. airspace. The long-planned site is to be based near Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Southern Maryland, long a key research site for the Navy. It will be managed by the A. … [Read more...] about University of Maryland Opens Drone Test Site
Waypoint Global Strategies: Data Collection is Key to UAS
By Brandon Blackburn, CEO and Co-Founder of Waypoint Global Strategies. As the commercial UAS industry continues to evolve in the US, the number of platforms available seems to grow by the day. Everyone from aviation industry heavy hitters like Lockheed and Boeing to garage-based engineering hobbyists are looking to profit. But whether you purchase a DIY kit off the shelf or … [Read more...] about Waypoint Global Strategies: Data Collection is Key to UAS
