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The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded a multimillion-dollar grant to a research team developing albatross-inspired drones designed to soar longer and use less power, according to The University of Texas at El Paso. The project, called Albatross, adapts natural soaring strategies from seabirds to make uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) more energy-efficient.…
Navy just flew a solar-powered drone for three days straight without landing! The Skydweller UAS, tested off Stennis, Mississippi, in partnership with
On June 4, 2025, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., buzzed with drones and discussions at the AI+ Expo, hosted by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP). Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, a co-founder of SCSP, delivered a keynote that spotlighted drones as pivotal to future warfare, drawing thousands of tech executives,…
President Donald Trump’s upcoming executive orders, set to be signed next week, may drastically alter the U.S. drone market by potentially banning Chinese-made drones from companies like DJI and Autel. According to a recent Washington Post report, these orders aim to address national security concerns while boosting domestic drone production, a move that could affect…
In Tylertown, Mississippi, a drone pilot’s determination brought a missing dog back to his owner ten days after a tornado demolished their home.
Anduril, a defense tech startup, has secured $1.5 billion in funding. This significant investment positions the company to transition from an industry
In a unique twist, Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes, known for hosting the massive country music festival WE Fest, became the site of an extensive drone training event for area first responders on Wednesday, June 5. According to InForum, more than a dozen agencies from across northwest Minnesota gathered to practice their drone skills…
A High-Tech Drone Solution to an Age-Old Problem Mississippi is facing a significant environmental and economic challenge due to the proliferation of wild hogs across the state. Recognizing the severity of the issue, lawmakers are now considering a groundbreaking proposal aimed at curbing the wild hog population through the use of advanced technology. The initiative,…
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