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NIST launches First Responder UAS Triple Challenge
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) of the United States Department of Commerce has launched a new prize competition, the First Responder UAS Triple Challenge, to promote the use of drones, also known as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS),…
German researchers develop rescue drone that recognizes calls for help
German researchers have developed a rescue drone that can recognize calls for help from people on the ground and link a position to it. The aim is to be able to start aid faster and more effectively after a natural…
Take the handcuffs off. Let us fly drones, says Fire Chief Schapelhouman
California Fire Departments are increasingly turning to Silicon Valley technology, such as drones, satellite images, and artificial intelligence to more effectively fight bigger blazes. In a recent article, Fire Chief Harold Schapelhouman of the Menlo Park District said “Take the…
US chopper pilots claim highly customized drone “performed like no other”
US helicopter pilots claim a highly customized drone “performed like no other” in eluding capture. The facts of an inquiry into illegal drone activities that occurred in Tuscon, Arizona, in February were published Tuesday by records obtained by a military, defense,…
PIXL Drone Show #10 – Special Exemptions and Public Safety Drones
In this latest episode, the 10th already, of our PIXL Drone Show we talk to Matt Quinn, the owner of Great Lakes Drone Company about public safety, emergency drone response, regulations, waivers, and special exemptions. Be sure to check it out…
Emirates Police drones use facial recognition to track down criminals
It sounds like a scenario from a science fiction film, but in the Middle East, this is now a reality. The police force of the city of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates is now using police drones with facial…
Secret drone program planned by Chicago police
According to uncovered emails, the Chicago Police Department reportedly started a secret police drone program last year.
Crashed drone search leads first responders to missing woman
A crashed drone search leads first responders to a 47-year-old woman from Utah who went missing in November of last year. The woman, who may have struggled with mental challenges survived on a diet of grass, moss, and water. She…
Port St. Lucie Police receive two DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced drones
The police in Port St. Lucie have received two new DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced drones that are equipped with thermal cameras and that can be quickly deployed in any situation to provide situational awareness.
Using drones to deliver supplies in emergency situations
The Roanoke County Fire and Rescue crews are testing the use of drones to deliver supplies in emergency situations to crews and victims. In Roanoke County, Virginia, the fire department has started testing with the use of drones to deliver…
577th person rescued with help of a thermal drone
On Sunday, Franklin firefighters rescued a kayaker from the flooded Harpeth River in Tennessee. According to drone maker DJI, the man is the 577th person who’s rescued with the help of an unmanned aircraft, a thermal drone in this case.
Illegal drone jammers bought on Chinese trading platform
Although the purchase and use of jammers is not allowed in most countries, it appears to be no problem to get illegal drone jammers via Chinese suppliers. This is shown in research by the magazine Engineering & Technology. Without asking…