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Defense Innovation Unit Expands Blue UAS List with New Platforms and Capabilities

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has announced significant updates to its Blue UAS List and Framework following a three-day flight demonstration challenge at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center 29 Palms. The event, held in February 2025, marks the first of what is intended to be an annual competitive event to update capabilities on the […]

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Missouri Bill Seeks to Limit Government Use of Chinese-Made Drones, Faces Resistance from Law Enforcement

Comprehensive Bill Could Limit Drone Use by Government Agencies Missouri lawmakers are currently considering House Bill 210 (HB 210), the “Unmanned Aerial Systems Security Act of 2025,” which aims to regulate and restrict the use of drones by government agencies within the state, particularly those manufactured in countries of concern like China. The proposed legislation […]

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AgEagle Releases eBee VISION Software Update with Advanced Mapping and Tactical Features

New Capabilities Enhance Defense and Commercial Application AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) has released version 2.1.0 of its eBee VISION application software. This update introduces new mapping tools, enhanced situational awareness, and tactical advantages for defense and commercial users. Enhancements to Mapping Capabilities The eBee VISION software now supports circular and grid mapping. These […]

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Elsight’s Connectivity Powers Phoenix Air Unmanned’s 320-Mile BVLOS Pipeline Patrol for Shell

The success of Phoenix Air Unmanned’s (PAU) 320-mile beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) pipeline patrolhighlights the growing role of drones in long-range industrial applications—applications that have the potential to dramatically shift the value proposition for uncrewed systems and reshape industry norms for pipeline inspection. Here, a look at one of the technologies that made […]

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Cucuyo and Cavok UAS Successfully Complete Flight Tests for Laser Communication Terminal

Tests Validate Integration of Cucuyo P-100 Terminal with Cavok UAS Drones February 6, 2025 – Cucuyo and Cavok UAS have successfully completed flight tests integrating Cucuyo’s P-100 airborne laser communication terminal with Cavok UAS drones. The tests, conducted in Spain, mark a major step in advancing airborne laser communications. Testing the P-100 Laser Communication Terminal […]

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Garuda Aerospace Unveils New Drones and Strategic Partnerships at Aero India 2025

India’s Expanding Drone Industry Strengthened by Government Support Garuda Aerospace is set to showcase eight advanced drones at Aero India 2025, emphasizing their role in defense, safety, and military operations. The company will also announce several strategic partnerships aimed at advancing India’s drone technology sector. This comes as India’s government increases its support for domestic […]

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Teledyne FLIR Releases Prism™ Supervisor Software to Enhance Drone Autonomy

AI-Based Software Improves Mission Safety and Performance Teledyne FLIR OEM, a part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has introduced Prism™ Supervisor, the latest addition to its Prism embedded software ecosystem. This new software integrates drone autopilot systems with AI-powered real-time observations to improve mission safety, efficiency, and performance. Enhancing Autonomous Capabilities Prism Supervisor minimizes operator workload […]

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Elsight Launches HeatSight: Revolutionary Tool for Safer and Smarter UAV Flight Planning

HeatSight Delivers Altitude-Based Cellular Coverage Mapping, Transforming BVLOS Connectivity and UAV Operations by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Israeli-based Elsight, a company focused on unmanned connectivity solutions, announced today the launch of HeatSight, a revolutionary signal strength mapping tool which provides reliable data on cellular coverage for more effective and safer UAV flight planning. […]

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Palladyne AI Demonstrates Autonomous Target Tracking with Small Drones

Software Achieves Major Milestone in Third-Party Integration Palladyne AI Corp. (NASDAQ: PDYN and PDYNW) has reached a significant milestone with its Palladyne™️ Pilot AI software platform. In a recent demonstration, the software enabled a small drone from a third-party manufacturer to autonomously identify, prioritize, and track terrestrial targets. This achievement builds on prior tests and […]

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Laser Communication on Drones: A New Frontier for Resilient Data Transfer

Cucuyo and Cavok UAS Partner to Demonstrate Laser Communication Technology on UAVs German-based Cucuyo and French company Cavok UAS have announced a strategic partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate Cucuyo’s innovative laser communication terminal into Cavok’s professional drone platforms. The collaboration aims to test and validate the functionality of Cucuyo’s P-100 terminal […]

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