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Broward County Deploys Mosquito-Fighting Drone for Hard-to-Reach Areas
Broward County, Florida, steps up its mosquito control game with some high-flying technology. The county uses a drone to spray insecticide over
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Drone’s Delivering Prescriptions? New Mayo Clinic Partnership Makes It Happen
A new partnership between Mayo Clinic and drone delivery company Zipline is set to transform prescription delivery in Jacksonville, Florida. Patients can now receive their medications directly at their doorsteps without visiting a pharmacy, reports News4Jax. A New Way to Get Your Medicine Zipline’s autonomous drones are designed to deliver prescriptions straight to Mayo Clinic…
Skydio
Chula Vista’s Police Drone Program: A Closer Look at the Pros and Cons
In October 2018, the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) launched the nation’s first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, deploying drones to respond to 911 calls. Since then, the drones have flown nearly 20,000 missions, providing officers with critical intelligence before arriving on scene. While the department touts the program’s benefits, a WIRED investigation reveals…
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Drone Magic at the 2024 NCAA Women’s College World Series
The 2024 NCAA Women’s College World Series kicked off in Oklahoma City, and ESPN is bringing an impressive production, including some drone magic, to Devon Park. This five-day, eight-team double-elimination tournament features Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Oklahoma State, UCLA, Stanford, Duke, and Alabama, and will be broadcast across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. High-Flying Tech: Drones…
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Drones and AI: The Future of Demining
How Drones and AI are Revolutionizing Landmine Detection Landmines and unexploded ordnance contaminate about a third of Ukraine, an area the size of Florida. This dangerous reality underscores the urgent need for innovative solutions. Enter Gabriel Steinberg and Jasper Baur, co-founders of the nonprofit Demining Research Community and the startup Safe Pro AI. In an…
Skydio
Skydio X10D Drone Earns Top DoD Clearance for Blue sUAS List
Skydio X10D, the latest in autonomous drone technology, has achieved the highest Department of Defense (DoD) clearance, earning a spot on the Blue sUAS Cleared List. This significant milestone, announced by Skydio, highlights the X10D’s exceptional security and operational capabilities, simplifying procurement for government and defense entities. Leading the Way in Autonomous Flight Skydio, a…
DJI
My Concerns About the DJI Ban in the United States
Although I'm less concerned than I used to be about an all-out ban on DJI happening in the United States, I do want to share some information
Zipline
Prescription Delivery by Drone: Coming Soon to More Cities
Drone Partnerships to Expand Healthcare Access Prescription delivery via drone is set to expand significantly with new partnerships involving Mayo Clinic and Memorial Hermann Health Systems. Zipline’s autonomous delivery service will soon be available in Houston, Jacksonville, and Rochester, Minnesota. This move aims to streamline healthcare and improve access for patients, especially those who ne
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