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In a groundbreaking development, South African drone company Aerobotics is transforming the US agriculture industry by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI). With a focus on fruit and nut farmers, Aerobotics’ innovative technology is helping improve crop yields and optimize resource utilization, particularly in the face of climate change challenges. Aerobotics’ Global Reach Despite…
In an ongoing multi-agency effort, drones are playing a critical role in the treatment, inspection, and surveillance of coconut rhinoceros beetles (CRB) on Maui. Despite the initial detection of 17 live CRB larvae in a single palm tree in Kīhei in November 2023, no further CRB have been confirmed on the island since then, reports…
A piece of military history recently surfaced on a Massachusetts beach, offering a glimpse into the past. Last week, Cape Cod National Seashore staff discovered the fuselage of an old drone plane that had washed up on Marconi Beach. The object, which appeared to have been in the ocean for an extended period, was removed…
Ministry of Defence Aims to Install DragonFire Lasers by 2027 In a bid to bolster its defence capabilities and counter the growing threat of drones, Britain’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced plans to equip its warships with laser weapons by 2027, five years ahead of the original schedule. The move comes as part of…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News update live from Lakeland, Florida. We are at Sun ‘n Fun this week. You can see the booth right behind me and we have three stories for you this week. Of course, the DJI Avata 2 came out. We’ve been talking about this for a while. We’ll get you…
In a collaborative effort, the nonprofit Friends of the Detroit River and Downriver firefighters have employed drone technology to survey litter along Ecorse Creek, streamlining the process of identifying target areas for upcoming summer volunteer trash cleanups, reports The Detroit Free Press. This high-tech approach has significantly reduced the time required for the spring litter…
A recent report by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of China (FCCC) has shed light on the increasing surveillance and harassment faced by foreign journalists working in China. The report, based on a survey of FCCC members, reveals that Chinese authorities are employing advanced technology, such as drones and social media monitoring, to keep a close…
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have developed the smallest solar-powered multi-rotor drone to date, capable of an impressive 3.5 minute flight time. The micro aerial vehicle (MAV) measures just 0.15 m x 0.15 m and weighs a mere 0.071 kg, making it a groundbreaking achievement in the field of solar-powered drones, reports PV…
According to Dmitry Rogozin, former head of Russia’s space agency, Ukraine’s innovative use of heavy attack drones, known as Baba Yaga, in combination with nimble first-person-view (FPV) drones, is proving to be a formidable threat to Russian forces in the ongoing war. Flying in tandem at night, these drone squadrons are reportedly “extremely dangerous” for…
A survey conducted in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area found that residents are generally accepting of drones, particularly in emergency situations.
Bloomberg columnist Leticia Miranda argues that despite the allure of drone delivery, it's more trouble than it's worth for retail giants like Amazon.
The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office in Wisconsin utilized a thermal drone equipped with a thermal camera to locate a missing woman.
Farmers leverage drone technology to gather precise field data, enabling them to make informed decisions and optimize their farming practices.
Now this right here is the DJI Avata 2, which is the big brother to the original Avata. In this video, we're going to do a full review of this drone.
this has got to be one of the most anticipated drone releases in quite some time. DJI has finally released their Avata 2 and let me say it was well
Today, DJI, the leading name in civilian drone and camera technology innovation, unveiled the DJI Avata 2, enhancing the drone experience
Chinese drone maker EHang has obtained the first production certificate in China for a passenger-carrying autonomous aerial vehicle, the EH216-S.
Gain valuable insights from Wayne Baker, former fire chief turned drone advocate, as he discusses legislation and public safety.
DJI, the world's leading drone manufacturer, is gearing up to release its latest FPV (first-person view) drone, the DJI Avata 2, on April 11, 2024.
In a concerning trend, major US insurance companies like State Farm and Allstate are increasingly using aerial photographs captured by drones to justify denying home insurance policies. This practice has raised questions about privacy, accuracy, and fairness in the insurance industry, reports The Register. The Role of the Geospatial Insurance Consortium The Geospatial Insurance Consortium…
The DJI Avata 2 FPV drone is set to launch on April 11, 2024, but pricing information has already been leaked by electronics retailer Abt Electronics.
today, DJI is releasing this thing which is the RS4. There's going to be a DJI RS4 Pro model as well. Here's a beginner's guide for you.
DJI has just released significant firmware updates for its DJI RS 4, RS 4 Pro, and Focus Pro products. These new Ronin Series products were...
DJI released a firmware update for its DJI Dock 2 system. The update brings several new features and optimizations to enhance the performance
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