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South Plains College Offers Cutting-Edge Drone Certification Classes Drones are everywhere, from recreational parks to professional job sites. If you’ve ever wanted to get in on the action and learn to fly these fascinating devices, South Plains College in Lubbock, Texas, has just the program for you. As part of their Industrial Manufacturing program, the…
Walmart’s drone delivery service is expanding in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, aiming to make drone-based delivery a norm for thousands of households. By partnering with Wing and Zipline, the retail giant is setting the stage for a new era of convenience. Expanding Reach in Dallas-Fort Worth Walmart has announced that its drone delivery service now…
On a typical humid afternoon in Richmond, Texas, a herd of black cattle grazes undisturbed under the buzz of overhead drones. This scene at the Wodagyu Ranch is not just a glimpse of modern farming but a testament to the evolution of agriculture through technology. Founded by University of Texas at Austin alumni, Hylio has…
In the wake of severe flooding in Central Texas, Justin Cox and his team at Backcountry Drones LLC have turned to advanced technology to perform an essential rescue mission, reports KWTX. Using DJI drones equipped with thermal lenses, they are working tirelessly to locate animals lost during the disaster. This innovative approach not only showcases…
In Arlington, Texas, a novel pilot project featuring drones and autonomous vehicles is set to revolutionize how food is delivered to mobility-challenged residents. This initiative, a collaboration between the city and the Tarrant Area Food Bank, will utilize a $780,000 grant from the Department of Energy, complemented by approximately $820,000 from various partners, to test…
A woman rescued from rising floodwaters in Willis, Texas, on Thursday morning after a drone operator spotted her vehicle and alerted authorities.
San Antonian Joe Tegtmeyer’s Unique Perspective on Tesla, SpaceX, and The Boring Company In a remarkable journey from Air Force pilot to YouTube sensation, San Antonian Joe Tegtmeyer has found a new passion in retirement: documenting the growth of Elon Musk’s Texas-based companies through stunning aerial drone footage. With over 33,000 YouTube subscribers and nearly…
The University of North Texas (UNT) has unveiled its latest addition to Discovery Park, the UNT Advanced Air Mobility test facility. This massive, state-of-the-art drone testing center is poised to transform the transportation landscape in the United States. The facility, made possible by generous donations from UNT alumnus Jim McNatt and the College of Engineering,…
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