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Wing’s Delivery Drones Reveal Engineering Marvels in Spectacular Slow-Motion Testing
In a fascinating collaboration between The Slow Mo Guys and Wing, groundbreaking slow-motion footage has unveiled the intricate engineering and robust safety features behind modern drone delivery systems. The testing, conducted at Wing’s California facility, demonstrates how far drone delivery…
Drone Pioneer Romeo Durscher Awarded Golden Medal by Estonian Chamber of Commerce
Romeo Durscher, a trailblazer in drone and mobile robotics technology, has received the Golden Medal from the Estonian Chamber of Commerce in Switzerland. This prestigious award recognizes his groundbreaking work in the industry and his efforts to foster innovation and…
Marine Corps Invests $400M in Cutting-Edge Anti-Drone Tech
The U.S. Marine Corps is stepping up its game in the ongoing battle against rogue drones. In a recent announcement, the Marine Corps Systems Command awarded a hefty $400 million contract to Huntsville-based Invariant and California’s Anduril for a state-of-the-art…
Drug Dealer Uses Drone for Fentanyl Deliveries, Resulting in Fatal Overdose
A California man has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to deliver fentanyl and other drugs, leading to a customer’s death. This disturbing case, reported by The Guardian, highlights the misuse of drone technology for illegal activities. The Drone-Based…
Pentagon Baffled by 17-Day Drone Swarm at US Military Base
A swarm of mysterious drones buzzed a US military base for over two weeks, leaving officials scrambling for answers. The incident, reported by the Wall Street Journal, highlights growing concerns about drone incursions and the challenges of countering them on…
Tesla Wows Crowd with Spectacular Drone Show at “We, Robot” Event
Tesla dazzled attendees with a stunning drone light show at its “We, Robot” event in Burbank, California on October 10, 2024. The aerial spectacle, which took place at Warner Brothers Studios, was part of the company’s grand unveiling of its…
Toyota Invests $500M in Joby Aviation’s Electric Air Taxi
Toyota Motor Corporation is doubling down on its investment in electric air taxis, announcing a $500 million investment in Joby Aviation. This move aims to support the certification and commercial production of Joby’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.…
California Governor Vetoes Ban on Armed Police Drones
Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have prohibited law enforcement from using armed drones and robots in California. The veto of AB 2681, reported by The Sacramento Bee, allows police to continue deploying remotely operated devices equipped…
Drones Reveal Alarming Mercury Levels in Arctic Permafrost
A new study using drone technology has uncovered a potentially serious environmental threat in the Arctic. Researchers have discovered that permafrost along the Yukon River contains alarmingly high levels of mercury, posing risks to local communities and ecosystems as the…
San Francisco Police’s Drone Dilemma: Breaking Laws to Fight Crime
San Francisco police have been using drones to catch car break-in suspects and investigate sideshows for months, but internal emails reveal the department knowingly broke the law by purchasing these crime-fighting tools. Now, the SFPD is asking city leaders to…
Drones Disrupt Wildfire Fighting Efforts Across the U.S.
So far this wildfire season, aerial firefighting activities have faced the persistent nuisance of 21 “public drone incursions,” the National Interagency Fire Center reported. These incidents have predominantly occurred in the U.S. West, with five cases in California, three in…
Vantage Robotics Unveils Trace: The Pocket-Sized Nano Drone
Vantage Robotics has just launched Trace, a pocket-sized nano drone designed for covert aerial reconnaissance. This new drone is set to revolutionize the field of small UAVs, offering unmatched ISR capabilities at an affordable price. Specifications and Features Trace is…