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Do not miss it sky safe Appeared on Randy Goers’ drone radio show. SkySafe CEO Grant Jordan discusses the company’s anti-drone and forensics services, and the drone’s forensic role in integrated anti-drone solutions.
Drones for Yachts: Beluga Drones Take to the Water
eurolink system partnered with yacht drone, an organization that advocates the use of drones to connect yachts to marinas and ports. This organization provides guidance to yacht clubs and other organizations to enhance their compliance with FAA regulations, licenses, insurance considerations, race management application requirements, education and safety measures. The partnership will see yacht drones leverage Eurolink technology. Beluga family of mini dronesfilming yachts and races, transporting goods and supplies to yachts at sea, collecting information and monitoring weather.
New drone for industrial ultrasonic inspection: Skyguage Robotics
Specialist in industrial maintenance robots sky gauge robotics announced the full-scale commercial launch of the Skygauge Inspection Drone, a purpose-built drone for performing physical tasks. Its first use case is industrial ultrasonic testing used by inspectors to determine the health of structures. Industries such as energy, refining and shipping require regular ultrasonic inspections to prevent critical infrastructure failures.
Can Drones Improve Healthcare? Carilion Clinic, DroneUp Partner in Research Project
Carillion Clinic Partners with Leader in Drone Delivery drone up Explore the potential of drone applications to improve healthcare delivery in Virginia. The companies are conducting a three-week proof-of-concept study to test the effectiveness of using drone technology to deliver essential medical supplies. This study explores the use of drones to allow caregivers to spend more time with their patients while reducing delivery time and costs.
Drone Industry Vulnerabilities: From the Floor at Energy Drones and Robotics Summit
Despite rapid growth, new technologies and an evolving ecosystem, the drone industry is fragile, says Chris Raab.As Energy Drones and Robotics Summit 2023The drone maker’s CTO kicked off this afternoon in Houston, Texas. ACSLDiscussed the need for a global strategy to counter the vulnerabilities of the drone industry.
Part 108 and BVLOS; When Will It Happen? And What Will It Look Like? From Law-Tech Connect at Energy Drones and Robotics Summit
and low tech connect, a panel of experts provided an inside view on when the drone industry will consider part 108 rules on flight beyond visual line of sight and what those rules might look like. Beyond the Line of Sight of Operators (BVLOS) has the potential to dramatically expand commercial drone operations, improve customer return on investment by clarifying technical requirements, and evolve the ecosystem. Former FAA Administrator Steve Dixon has promised NPRM for Part 108 and BVLOS by the end of 2022, but the industry is still waiting for a formal announcement.
DRONEII: Drone Industry Investment and Growth, from the Energy Drone and Robot Summit Floor
As Energy Drones and Robotics Summit 2023 Our second day in Houston has begun. Drone Industry Insights (DRONEII) Participated in the keynote speech Money and the Market: Robots/Drones Focus Today and Tomorrow – An Analyst’s Perspective. Based in Europe, DRONEII is the world’s leading drone industry research and consulting firm, providing in-depth research on market size, use cases, ecosystem players and more. In this morning’s keynote, co-founder and CFO Hendrik Bedecker discussed the market size and investment landscape for the drone industry today, and what DRONEII’s research shows is coming next. .
Percepto investment grows with $67 million round
The current leader in autonomous inspection and surveillance Percept announced a Series C funding of $67 million in equity and debt. The funding round was led by Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT) with participation from new investor Zimmer Partners, as well as existing investors US Venture Partners, Delek US Holdings, Atento Capital, Spider Capital and Arkin Holdings. Including this new round of funding, the total investment in the company now exceeds $120 million.
Sony updates SDK, adds new features such as remote camera operation
Sony has the latest versionCamera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK) allows users to remotely control Sony cameras from a computer. This includes changing camera settings. This new release of the Camera Remote SDK enables software developers to integrate Sony equipment for size-critical drones and speed camera systems, along with additional medical, education, government, and e-commerce applications to meet their business requirements. You will be able to design custom applications that meet your needs.
Cybersecurity Without Victims: From the Energy Drones and Robotics Summit Floor
and Energy Drones and Robotics Summit An expert panel in Houston this week addressed one of the most hotly debated issues facing the drone industry today: ensuring drone data cybersecurity without sacrificing performance or cost-effectiveness. discussed what to do. The panel approached cybersecurity from his three unique perspectives. Andrew “AJ” Smith has been with law enforcement since 2016, helping build the Waco Police Department’s drone force. He currently works in the Aviation Department of the Waco Sheriff’s Office.
Flying Cars Take Off: Skydrive Announces Consumer Pre-Orders
Tokyo-based eVTOL system and cargo drone developer Skydrive recently launched a pre-order consumer campaign for its latest design, the SD-05. Dubbed the “Flying Car”, his SD-05 is his electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) two-seater (one pilot, one passenger) with electronic pilot assist and a top speed of his 62 miles per hour (100 km/h). ) designed for urban mobility. The iF design award-winning product went on commercial sale last year, with up to 100 units sold to Vietnam-based sustainable investment firm Pacific Group. A pilot’s license is required to operate the SD-05, but the company’s long-term schedule highlights future autopilot as a key technology development.
Sharper Shape Launches Powerline Inspection Software for Drone Service Providers
Power line management solution provider sharper shapeAnnouncing Agreement with Drone Solutions Leader Volatus Aerospace , officially launches Sharper Shape’s new Drone Service Provider (DSP) management. DSP Management provides drone service providers with a digital platform (CORE) to coordinate, manage and deliver data collection projects all in one place. The service is also available to arborists and inspection companies that use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to inspect power lines and distribution systems. CORE is available in both web browsers and apps, enabling real-time and remote use in the field.
FAA Reauthorization Passes House: Package Seeking Further Progress on BVLOS and Drone Integration
The US House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has passed the FAA reauthorization package. Securing Growth and Solid Leadership in U.S. Aviation Law (HR 3935), Today it was decided by a vote of 63-0. The law requires the FAA to commit to schedules for behind-the-scenes rulemaking, UTM, and drone integration. The bill would provide the FAA with funding for the next five years. Current authorization expires in September 2023. This package addresses all aspects of FAA authority, Title VI – Aerospace Innovation, Articles 601 to 687working on unmanned aerial systems and advanced air mobility.
Aeronautics Announces Orbiter 5 Tactical UAS: Medium Altitude, Long Sustainability
Leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Aeronautics Inc. introduces the Orbiter 5 UAS, a revolutionary new platform that enables Medium Altitude Long Term Endurance (MALE) mission capabilities on a tactical UAS. This affordable, high-performance solution features an extended endurance of 25+ hours with multi-mission capability, can carry a payload weight of over 25 kg and two payloads simultaneously, and implements advanced AI capabilities. I’m here.
DroneSentry Integrates with Leonidas C-UAS Systems: DroneShield and Epirus Partners
Drone Shield Co., Ltd. and Ipirus Co., Ltd. Successful integration of DroneShield’s multi-sensors drone sentry Systems with Epirus LeonidasHigh power microwave (HPM) vs electronics/ vs UAS effectors. Combining these two systems allows for a fully integrated C-UAS system capable of tracking multiple threats and tackling strong microwave countermeasures, making it an important option for military, government and other customers. Provides protection.
Keep Drones Out Of Prison Airspace: DRONELIFE Exclusive From SkySafe Drone Forensics Experts
The Prison System’s Next Opportunity: Drone Tracking and Protection Against Threats to Airspace Security. Keeping drones out of prison airspace is a key challenge. Here, experts from airspace security and drone forensics company SkySafe discuss how stakeholders can protect correctional facilities.
Miriam McNabb, editor-in-chief of DRONELIFE and CEO of professional drone services marketplace JobForDrones, is a keen observer of the emerging drone industry and drone regulatory environment. Miriam is an international speaker and industry recognized figure, with his 3,000+ articles focused on the commercial drone space. Miriam has a degree from the University of Chicago and he has over 20 years of experience in high tech sales and marketing new technologies.
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