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Last year, a mechanical engineer set a Guinness World Record for the fastest battery-powered RC quadcopter at 224 mph. That record has now been obliterated by a custom-made drone, Peregreen 2, hitting nearly 300 mph. This incredible feat was achieved by Luke Bell, an aerial videographer and photographer from Cape Town, South Africa. The drone…
First-person-view (FPV) and tethered drones are set to become formal programs in the U.S. Army by 2025. These small quadcopters, once considered mere curiosities, are now poised to become essential tools in modern warfare. The Push for Formal Programs Lieutenant Colonel Michael Brabner, who oversees small-drone requirements for the Army’s Maneuver Capabilities Development and Integration…
House Republicans introduced legislation to significantly increase tariffs on Chinese-made drones and ban imports of drones with critical Chinese components by 2030. The bill aims to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. drone manufacturers and includes a grant program to support domestic purchases, reports Reuters. Tariff Increases and Import Bans A new legislative proposal led by…
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is significantly expanding its drone program to improve public safety and manage large crowds more effectively. The department’s 81-drone fleet provides real-time surveillance and strategic deployment capabilities, offering a cutting-edge solution to modern policing challenges, reports Fox 5 NY. The Role of Drones in Crowd Control Chief of Patrol…
Community Workshop on Drone Safety and Use On May 18, drone enthusiasts and curious minds alike will gather at the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls for an exciting workshop titled “Drones 101.” This event, reportedly organized by Angle of Attack Imagery, promises to be a valuable opportunity for locals to learn about the fascinating…
The U.S. Marine Corps has recently introduced its latest innovation in military technology: the Rogue 1 drone. This kamikaze drone, developed by Teledyne FLIR Defense, boasts a range of advanced features designed to enhance the effectiveness and flexibility of Marine fireteams. Reportedly priced at around $94,000 each, the Rogue 1 is expected to revolutionize the…
New Weapons to Combat Drone Threats The U.S. Army has acquired four cutting-edge drone-frying prototype weapons from defense contractor Epirus, part of a $66 million rapid acquisition effort, reports Axios. These high-tech systems, known as Leonidas, are designed to protect against the growing threat of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), a concern heightened by their use…
Russian forces captured several Ukrainian villages, intensifying pressure on Ukraine's stretched military. Amidst this, Ukrainian drone units play a
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