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A Manta Ray prototype is tested off the coast of California in early 2024. (Photo credit: Northrop Grumman)
California

Massive Manta Ray Drone Glides Through California Waters

Northrop Grumman’s Extra-Large Underwater Vehicle Undergoes Testing A large, animal-like uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) known as the Manta Ray has been spotted maneuvering off the California coast in new footage captured during testing. The emergence of advanced sea drones is reshaping naval combat, particularly in Eastern Europe, where Ukrainian forces are effectively using smaller, more…

French Army Chief: Small Drone Advantage on Battlefield is Fleeting
Ukraine

French Army Chief: Small Drone Advantage on Battlefield is Fleeting

Gen. Pierre Schill Says Drone Countermeasures Are Being Developed French Army Chief of Staff Gen. Pierre Schill inspecting a Rapid Eagle anti-drone system at the Eurosatory defense show in Paris on June 19, 2024 The current advantage enjoyed by small aerial drones on battlefields, including in Ukraine, is merely “a moment in history,” according to…

Blake Resnick, founder of Brinc Drones, unveiled a groundbreaking product designed to revolutionize emergency response during Episode 78 of the PIXL Drone Show. The new drone, called the Responder, is set to transform how police and fire departments handle 911 calls by providing rapid, autonomous aerial support.
Brinc

Redmond Police Pilot Drone First Responder Program with BRINC

DJI Drone Currently in Use, Seattle-Made BRINC Responder on the Way The Redmond Police Department is pioneering the use of drones as first responders in the western Washington area. Since April 2, they have been deploying a DJI drone to most 911 emergencies, reportedly providing officers with an aerial perspective even before they arrive on…

Ukrainian Kamikaze Drone “Mace” Showcased at Eurosatory 2024
Ukraine

Ukrainian Kamikaze Drone “Mace” Showcased at Eurosatory 2024

Mace Drone Boasts Advanced Technologies for Precise and Effective Strikes The Ukrainian kamikaze drone, known by its export name “Mace” and often compared to the “Lancet” drone, was showcased at Eurosatory 2024, one of the largest international defense exhibitions. Presented by UAC at the National Association of Ukrainian Defense Industry Enterprises (NAUDI) booth, the drone’s…

Ukraine’s Drone Makers Adapt to Evade Russian Jamming
Lockheed Martin

Ukraine’s Drone Makers Adapt to Evade Russian Jamming

Drones Play Crucial Role in Ukraine War Drones have become increasingly important in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. According to a report by the Royal United Services Institute, a U.K. think tank, Ukraine was losing around 10,000 drones per month to Russian electronic warfare by spring 2022. As the conflict continues, both sides…

Sen. Tester to Introduce Senate Version of Stefanik’s Countering CCP Drones Act
Department of Defense

Sen. Tester to Introduce Senate Version of Stefanik’s Countering CCP Drones Act

Tester Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Chinese Drones Over Spying Concerns U.S. Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) plans to introduce a Senate companion to the Countering CCP Drones Act on Thursday, June 19, 2024. The bill, originally authored by Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) in the House, aims to restrict Chinese-made drones, particularly those from market…

Satellite image of the Kerch Bridge with additional defenses Additional defenses can be seen in place on June 8. Satellite image ©2024 Maxar Technologies.
Ukraine

Ukraine’s Naval Drones Force Russia to Bolster Defenses at Kerch Bridge

Satellite Images Reveal Additional Barges and Floating Booms Ukraine has reportedly vowed to destroy the strategic Kerch bridge linking Russia with occupied Crimea. In response, Russia has attempted to protect the bridge with barges and floating boom defenses. However, Ukraine has demonstrated that it can innovate and adapt to defensive measures in the Black Sea.…

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