Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Drones to Map Tree and Grass Growth in Innovative Silvopasture Study
A Missouri State University professor has secured a $300,000 grant to study the integration of pastureland and Black Walnut forests, with drones playing a crucial role in data collection. The project, led by Dr. Michael Goerndt, aims to explore silvopasture…
DJI Partners with Peak3 to Launch Agricultural Drone Insurance in Thailand
DJI, the world’s leading drone manufacturer, has reportedly joined forces with Singapore-based insurtech Peak3 to roll out comprehensive insurance coverage for agricultural drones in Thailand. New Insurance Program Aims to Support Thai Farmers The program offers both hull insurance and…
South Korea to Replace Traditional Mortars with FPV Drones in Military Overhaul
In a significant shift towards modern warfare technology, South Korea’s military is planning to phase out conventional 60mm and 81mm mortars in favor of First Person View (FPV) drones, according to m.mt. Drone-Centric Military Modernization South Korea’s Army Chief of…
Energy Giants Revolutionize Operations with Advanced Drone Technology
Major energy companies are radically transforming their operations through sophisticated drone technology, with industry leaders Aramco, Shell, Chevron, and BP leading the charge in this technological revolution, according to EV Magazine. Drones Emerge as Game-Changers in Energy Sector The implementation…
Multiple Autonomous Drones Successfully Tested in Spanish Urban Airspace
Engineers have achieved a significant milestone in urban drone operations, successfully managing multiple autonomous unmanned aircraft simultaneously over Zaragoza, Spain, as part of the EU’s U-ELCOME program. The trials, led by ATM organization Eurocontrol, mark a crucial step toward implementing…
20-Year-Old Entrepreneur Revolutionizes Agriculture with Drone Spraying Service in Illinois
A young entrepreneur in rural Cass County, Illinois, is transforming agricultural spraying operations with his drone business. Isaac Strubbe, at just 20 years old, runs Strubbe Drone Spraying LLC, offering precision chemical application services while also serving as a DJI…
DJI Air 3S Takes Flight Safety to New Heights with Advanced Vision System
The DJI Air 3S introduces cutting-edge obstacle avoidance technology, featuring a comprehensive omnidirectional vision system that’s revolutionizing drone safety. Advanced Sensing Technologies The drone comes equipped with a sophisticated array of sensors including forward-facing LiDAR, omnidirectional vision systems, and 3D…
Drones Revolutionize Land Management with High-Precision Aerial Surveys
Modern land management’s getting a major upgrade thanks to drone technology that’s transforming how we survey and monitor property. According to a recent analysis, drones are leading the charge in making land management smarter and more efficient than ever before,…
Chinese Firm Unveils Massive 5-Ton Payload Cargo Drone
A groundbreaking development in unmanned cargo aviation has emerged from China, where Air White Whale has completed production of what they claim is the world’s largest cargo drone. The company unveiled their W5000 unmanned aircraft at their Changzhou production facility…
Drones with Thermal Cameras Help Catch Art Thief at Bard College
A quick-thinking drone team from the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) helped catch an art thief who broke into Bard College, showcasing how drone technology is transforming law enforcement operations. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, according to Mid Hudson…
Russia Uses Tire Strategy to Protect Strategic Bombers from Drone Attacks in Arctic
Recent satellite imagery reveals Russia’s unconventional approach to protecting its strategic bombers from drone attacks, placing up to 20 tires on each wing of Tu-95MS bombers at the Olenya airbase inside the Arctic Circle, according to The Barents Observer. Novel…
North Korea Claims South Korean Drones Violated Airspace Over Pyongyang
North Korea’s defense ministry is pointing fingers at South Korea, alleging multiple drone incursions over Pyongyang, including missions to distribute anti-North propaganda leaflets, according to a report from Reuters. Alleged Drone Operations and Evidence North Korean authorities claim they’ve uncovered…