The Agentic Lair
The Agentic Lair
XPONENTIAL 2024, the massive drone conference for uncrewed systems and robotics, wraps up today in San Diego. This year’s conference, which is considered one of the biggest drone events in the world, ran from April 22 to 25, 2024 at…
There’s no doubt about it – DJI is the industry-leading maker of the best drones. However, if you’re in the US that’s a problem because of the uncertainty around future restrictions and current bans on Chinese-made drone tech amid data…
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is continuing its support of EagleEye multi-mode radar development with a company investment to add an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) antenna and associated software that will increase range and deliver significant mode enhancements.…
Fraport, the operator of Frankfurt airport, one of continental Europe’s busiest, says that air traffic had to be completely halted on two days in 2023 due to drone incursions around the airfield. In response to a parliamentary inquiry in the…
FAI has announced that 2024 will further develop this fast-paced, accessible sport with a new E-Drone Racing World Cup based on a series of 4 or 5 events, each with a different surprise circuit. E-Drone Racing: a brand new, accessible…
Asylon, Inc. has announced a new approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations using its American-made drone-in-a-box system. This achievement for the Asylon DroneSentry system marks a pivotal moment in the…
BMT and the British Army Collaborate on Revolutionary Drone Technology According to an official press release, BMT has achieved a significant milestone in autonomous drone technology with its SPARO® project, which has received funding from the British Army’s Futures Directorate.…
Advancements in Autonomous Drone Flight: Insights from NASA Researcher Jeffrey Homola by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi At the AUVSI Xponential 2024, an event showcasing the latest innovations in unmanned systems, NASA’s recent achievement of flying multiple drones autonomously beyond…
DJI makes two excellent drones for different purposes: the adrenaline-pumping Avata 2, an FPV (First-Person View) racing flyer, and the versatile Air 3, a high-quality (yet easy to fly) camera drone for stunning visuals. So between the DJI Avata 2…
Robinson Helicopter Company has acquired Ascent AeroSystems, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Robinson Helicopter Company. This acquisition reinforces Robinson’s dedication to scaling innovation, accelerating new rotorcraft developments, and supporting diverse missions worldwide. By leveraging the expertise and resources of…
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) confirms that its Mojave Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) destroyed static targets in live-fire tests on April 13, 2024, validating the system’s battlefield relevance and recording another milestone for the demonstrator aircraft. GA-ASI partnered with…
In a major development for the BMT SPARO project, the British Army’s Futures Directorate has provided funding to build, supply and demonstrate the latest prototype for UK medics who took part in Project CONVERGENCE, the premier US Army experimentation exercise…
Draganfly Inc., an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, has announced a collaboration with communication experts Doodle Labs, and control systems specialists UXV Technologies. This collaborative effort is set to redefine operational capabilities for law enforcement, first responders, and…
Viasat, Inc., a global satellite communications company, has announced collaboration with uAvionix, a pioneer in the development of certified avionics for crewed and uncrewed aviation. uAvionix will join Viasat’s Velaris Partner Network. Following a strategic alliance agreement between the companies…
Co-founders of Modovolo Erik and Justin were on a mission to build a drone with amazing flight time for any payload but at a much lower price than anything on the market. The result is a drone unlike anything else.
European unmanned systems manufacturer, TEKEVER, presents a new drone capable of deploying a swarm of smaller drones, set to enhance surveillance and rescue missions. At the Xponential 2024 expo, TEKEVER, a European provider of unmanned aerial systems, introduced the ARX,…
South Korean Firm to Showcase Cutting-Edge Counter-UAS and AI-Driven Solutions in San Dieg After demonstrating their AI-driven technology at Drone Show Korea, South Korea-based autonomous drone solutions provider Nearthlab is gearing up to display its latest counter-UAS technology at this…
The company becomes the only counter-drone firm recognized under the SAFETY Act for its advanced security technology. Dedrone, a prominent player in smart airspace security, has been granted the SAFETY Act Designation by the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of…
The memorandum aims to integrate certified drone components into the Blue UAS Framework list. The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the XPONENTIAL 2024 conference.…
In the slew of government programs designed to award technology companies with approvals on products that help supports the U.S. government’s efforts to fight terrorism comes another wild acronym. It’s called the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act, dubbed…
The 509th and 131st Bomb Wings capped off the most recent iteration of Exercise Spirit Vigilance by performing a mass fly-off of 12 B-2 Spirit stealth bombers April 15, 2024, at Whiteman Air Force Base. Spirit Vigilance is one of…