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Join us on Tuesday, December 3, at 3:00 PM EST for the latest episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This special year-end episode will reflect on the top stories and key issues that shaped the public safety drone landscape in 2024. Hosted by Tim Martin, Miriam McNabb, and Charles Werner, this discussion will highlight […]
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Sikorsky and Rain Partner to Showcase Rapid Wildfire Response with Autonomous Flight Technology In a groundbreaking demonstration on October 29, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, and Rain showcased the potential of autonomous flight technology to address wildfires. The event at Sikorsky’s Connecticut headquarters featured an autonomous Black Hawk® helicopter, equipped with Rain’s Wildfire Mission Autonomy […]
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Dryad Funding Will Help Develop Drone-Based System for Early Wildfire Response Berlin’s Dryad Networks announced new funding to accelerate its wildfire prevention solutions, focusing on innovation and development. The company has received a €3.8 million grant from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), administered through Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB). This grant will support the […]
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Innovative Approach to Vegetation Management and Network Inspection in NSW and AC Transgrid has launched a new trial using advanced drone technology to inspect its high-voltage transmission network across New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). This initiative aims to improve the company’s bushfire preparation efforts, ensuring safety for local communities and […]
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Harnessing AI and Unmanned Aerial Fleets to Predict, Detect, and Combat Wildfires Across the Globe by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil As large, destructive wildfires proliferate across the planet, firefighting agencies are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence and drone technology to help in battling the blazes. One day in the not-too-distant future a fleet of […]
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New System Offers Improved Accuracy for Firefighters Early detection of forest fires is critical to reducing their impact. Drones equipped with advanced cameras and artificial intelligence (AI) can provide firefighters with valuable time to respond quickly. This capability is becoming increasingly important as the risk of forest fires grows due to global warming. A study […]
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Advanced Drones Deployed to Detect Hidden Hotspots in Quebec’s Bushfire Zones In response to one of the most severe bushfire seasons on record, Canadian firefighters in Quebec are utilizing advanced drone technology from Australian company Carbonix. The initiative aims to combat the devastating wildfires that have plagued the region, particularly in remote and challenging terrains. […]
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Windracers’ AI-Powered Ultra UAVs Show Promise in Early Detection and Rapid Response to Wildfires by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Windracers, a UK-based autonomous cargo drone developer, recently announced that their flagship Ultra UAV had been tested by the Lancashire Fire and Rescue service for wildfire prevention, as part of an effort to test […]
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Program Aims to Develop Framework for Integrating Advanced Air Mobility Systems in Critical Situations AIRT, a leading non-profit organization based in Miami, Florida, has announced the launch of a new program, AAM For Good℠. This initiative is designed to support the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) systems and technology for public safety and emergency […]
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New Payloads Offer Advanced Features for Public Safety and Infrastructure Inspection DJI, a leading company in civil drones and creative camera technology, has launched the Zenmuse H30 Series. These new all-weather, multi-sensor aerial payloads are designed to enhance the capabilities of public safety responders and professionals in various industries, such as emergency rescue and energy […]
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