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In a significant development for autonomous maritime defense technology, Texas-based defense contractor Saronic has secured $600 million in funding, propelling its valuation to $4 billion. The company, established less than three years ago, is embarking on an ambitious expansion of its unmanned surface vessel (USV) program and plans to construct an advanced shipyard facility dubbed…
Virginia-based Captured Media operator Justin Updyke reports that thermal drone technology is revolutionizing deer recovery and herd management, with data showing 70 percent of located deer are found alive during recovery operations, reports North American White Tail. The technology, implemented through a specialized drone named Jarvis, AKA DJI Matrice 30T, was designed for search and…
Hong Kong’s Buildings Department has successfully deployed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to inspect 157 aging buildings in 2024, dramatically reducing inspection times compared to traditional methods, according to a report from the South China Morning Post. The department currently operates eight drones, each costing approximately HK$40,000 ($5,100 USD) with accessories. These remotely controlle
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Perhaps you’ve recently purchased a brand-new drone, such as the DJI Mini 4 Pro, the new DJI Flip, the DJI Neo, or the DJI Air 3S series, and you’re wondering what to do with the footage after capturing it. If you’re new to filming, it can feel…
Hi everybody, welcome back to the channel. If this is your first time here, my name is Russ, and this is 51 Drones. In this video, I’m going to show you some of the many products that I’ve reviewed and actually used over the past eight years. I’ll let you know if they’re still something…
Today, it’s all about one of the most interesting drone accessories that I’ve encountered recently, namely the beacon for the HOVERAir X1 Pro Max. Let’s check it out. Z00 Robotics reached out to me recently, and they wanted me to share a bit more of my experience with the beacon. They were also kind enough…
This right here is DJI’s newest model, the Flip. It is designed to be more affordable and offers similar features to more expensive drones, and it folds in a different way. Now, this, on the other hand, is the Mini 4 Pro, a very popular, tried-and-true model with both hobbyist and commercial pilots. So, if,…
A drone collision with mine shaft safety equipment forced a security review at the Pinyon Plain uranium mine near the Grand Canyon
In this article we will review 6 amazing (and totally new for you) activities that will leave you, if not shocked, at least, pretty satisfied.
The North Dakota Senate has voted to remove a $15 million drone replacement program from House Bill 1038 while preserving $11 million for expanding the state’s beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone network, according to KFYR reports and legislative records, reports KFYRTV. Senator Kyle Davison (R-Fargo) led the successful motion to strip the Chinese…
DJI unveiled its seventh-generation smartphone stabilizers today, expanding its Osmo Mobile series with two new models featuring enhanced subject tracking capabilities. The company’s latest release introduces the Osmo Mobile 7P and Osmo Mobile 7, both incorporating DJI’s newest stabilization technology and ActiveTrack 7.0 system. “From award-winning filmmakers to short-form content creators, DJI c
These cuts represent about 5% of the National Park Service workforce and create new vulnerabilities in drone regulation enforcement across
AeroVironment introduced its next-generation JUMP 20-X vertical takeoff and landing or VTOL drone, designed for maritime operations, the
Georgia lawmakers are advancing comprehensive drone regulations through multiple bills, targeting Chinese drone makers in a major security push.
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A 71-year-old Canadian visitor faces federal charges after allegedly photographing classified areas at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a drone over three consecutive days. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida, Xiao Guang Pan, who was in the United States on a tourist visa, conducted…
In this article, we discuss the advantages of starting your drone life with a cheap, sensor-less and gps-less drone than with a really advanced one.
According to a retail listing exclusively shared with DroneXL, DJI’s upcoming RS 4 Mini Combo stabilizer has been priced at $659 AUD (~$430 USD), featuring the new RS Intelligent Tracking Module. The listing from Australian retailer Georges Camera reveals the complete package ahead of its expected February 20 launch. Technical Analysis of the DJI RS…
China has emerged as the primary channel for Western technology reaching Russia’s military drone program, with approximately 80% of critical components now flowing through Chinese supply chains, according to a comprehensive national security report released Wednesday by Estonia’s foreign intelligence service. “Chinese interests here lie in preventing Russia from losing the war in Ukraine as…
Washington Township Police Department, Ohio has acquired a DJI Matrice 30T drone for emergency response and search-and-rescue operations, with funding of $17,000 provided primarily through the Washington Township Police Officers Association, according to Chief Michael Thompson. The department’s new M30T features a thermal imaging camera for heat detection in challenging conditions, coupled with a
Canadian drone manufacturer Draganfly received a waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration, allowing limited drone operations over people and moving vehicles in Boston. The company announced the approval through an official FAA filing and press release. The waiver provides specific exemptions to FAA Part 107 regulations, permitting controlled drone flights over non-participants and traffic u
We have five stories for you. As we hit our 300th week, we'll cover Wingcopter's new LiDAR unit, a Baltimore man facing felonies for flying over NFL
A newly leaked promotional image of the DJI Mini 5 Pro has surfaced, suggesting significant technological advancements while maintaining the crucial sub-250-gram weight class. The Spanish-language marketing material, first shared on social media platform X, reveals several noteworthy upgrades including LiDAR sensors and a potential one-inch camera sensor. READ MORE: DJI Mini 5 Pro Rumors…
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