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Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Begins Tests in the Antarctic: Drones for Environmental Research in Challenging Environments

Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Initiates Test Flights in Antarctica for Environmental Research A specialized team has successfully arrived at the Rothera Research Station, marking the commencement of testing for the Windracers ULTRA autonomous drone in Antarctica. This innovative drone, designed for extreme environments, has the potential to significantly enhance the scientific capabilities of the British […]

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Airspace Link Approved to Provide FAA’s B4UFLY Service

Airspace Link Inc., an FAA-Approved UAS (Drone) Service Supplier and Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) provider, has been approved to provide the FAA’s B4UFLY service, says a company press release. B4UFLY is a joint effort between the FAA and industry leaders like Airspace Link. The initiative aims to ensure the safety of drone […]

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TEKEVER AR5 Drone Successfully Demonstrates Lifeboat Deployment in Italian Coast Guard Search and Rescue Exercise

AR5 Lifeboat Drone: Utilizing AI-powered Equipment to Save Lives at Sea TEKEVER, a prominent European leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), recently achieved a milestone in maritime safety through the successful deployment of a lifeboat from its AR5 drone. The groundbreaking technology was demonstrated during a search and rescue exercise conducted by the Italian Coast […]

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Garuda Aerospace Introduces Droni: India’s Smart Personal Drone in Consumer Photography and Cinematography

Drone Tech Startup Expands Portfolio with Mahendra Singh Dhoni-Backed Droni, Offering Impressive Features and Accessibility Garuda Aerospace, the forefront player in the Agri Drone Segment with a commanding 55% market share, has unveiled Droni, marking its inaugural foray into the consumer photography and cinematography drone sector. The launch represents a notable shift in an industry […]

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Flying Lion on the Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday February 6

Flying Lion on the Next Public Safety Drone Review! Tuesday, February 6 at 3:00 PM ET.  The Public Safety Drone Review is a collaborative webcast, co-sponsored by DRONERESPONDERS and DRONELIFE.  Register here for this free event, open to all. This month, hosts Timothy Martin and Miriam McNabb review the latest news stories about drones in public […]

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MITRE’s Hopper UAV: Unleashing Unmanned Ingenuity Across Oceans

MITRE Unveils Hopper UAV: Autonomous Drone Poised to Revolutionize Maritime Surveillance All images, credit MITRE.org, used with permission. In a recent MITRE article, the organization introduced its groundbreaking Hopper Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV), a solar-powered drone prototype developed in collaboration with the Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Hopper, engineered for maritime environments, showcases the […]

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A Solar-Powered, Internet-Enabled Mobile Drone Platform for Mining and More: Sphere Drone’s HubX

Drone Technology in Mining: Sphere Drones’ HubX Sphere Drones, a key player in the drone industry, has introduced a self-sustaining mobile drone platform, HubX. This platform enables businesses to collect aerial data across various terrains and remote areas. HubX: A New Addition to Drone Technology HubX is an all-terrain, solar-powered, and internet-enabled mobile drone platform. […]

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AJW Group and Lilium Announce Strategic Collaboration for Global Material Services and Distribution

Collaboration for Progress: AJW Group and Lilium N.V Partner for Global Material Services and Distribution AJW Group, a world-leading independent aircraft component parts, repair, and supply chain solutions provider, and Lilium N.V, developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, have announced a strategic collaboration to develop global material services and distribution. […]

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UK Government Implements No-Fly Zones Around Prisons to Combat Contraband Smuggling via Drones

UK Implements No-Fly Zones Around Prisons to Combat Smuggling via Drones In a significant move to counter the rising threat of contraband smuggling into prisons, the UK government has introduced new regulations establishing 400-meter drone ‘no-fly zones’ around prison facilities. The announcement, detailed in a UK government press release dated January 25, 2024, aims to […]

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Revolutionizing Nuclear Decommissioning: TEPCO’s Innovative Use of Drones in Fukushima Cleanup

Unmanned Aerial Technology: Fukushima Drone Survey a Game-Changer in Assessing Damage and Accelerating Cleanup at Nuclear Disaster Site 13 years ago, one of the worst nuclear disasters in history occurred when a record-breaking earthquake and following tsunami resulted in flooding – and subsequent nuclear meltdown – at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Japan. […]

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