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Two UAS Platforms Chosen to Meet Directed Requirement for Brigade Combat Teams The U.S. Army has selected two small uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) platforms as part of its effort to enhance the capabilities of its Brigade Combat Teams. The Army announced the selection of the Ghost X from Anduril Industries and the C-100 from Performance […] The post U.S. Army Selects New Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems for Company-Level Use appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Learn Remote Sensing and Data-Driven Farming Techniques to Optimize Crop Health, Irrigation, and Yield with UAV Technology from the University of Twente by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Florian Ellsäßer, an assistant professor in the Department of Natural Resources ITC – Faculty of Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation, at the University of Twente in […] The post Unlocking the Power of Drones: Free Online Course on UAVs in Precision Agriculture appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FluxGrip FG40: A Solid-State Solution for Drone Payloads Zubax Robotics has announced the release of its newest innovation, the FluxGrip FG40, an electropermanent magnet designed for secure and efficient payload attachment in both commercial and military drones. This new system offers a significant departure from traditional electromechanical locks, presenting a more reliable and cost-effective alternative. […] The post Zubax Robotics Releases New Payload Attachment System for Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

A New In-Flight Recharging System Aims to Overcome Electric Drones’ Biggest Limitation—Battery Life by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab The internet, GPS, and microwave ovens were all the result of military research, and now, that ingenuity might be used to make drones that never have to land. The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command […] The post Revolutionizing Drone Flight: U.S. Army’s New Patent Could Keep UAVs in the Air Indefinitely appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Technology Enhances UAV Performance in Ukraine and Provides a U.S.-Made Alternative for Commercial Drone Manufacturer By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With the recent introduction of its Skynode S technology, Arlington, Virginia drone software developer Auterion is offering a product that has been proven to make kamikaze drones more deadly to Russian forces on […] The post Auterion’s Skynode S Counters Russian Jamming: Empowering Drones on the Battlefield and Beyond appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In Episode 20 of the Weekly Wings drone podcast, Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff bring listeners the latest updates from the drone and space industries. From SpaceX’s historic commercial spacewalk to the growing role of drones in disaster recovery, this episode covers an exciting range of topics. The hosts delve into cutting-edge developments […] The post Spacewalks, AI, and CCP Drones – on Episode 20 of the Weekly Wings Drone Podcast appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Kumoh Institute of Technology’s drone-based system coordinates with ground vehicles to prevent animal crossings and reduce roadkill, potentially saving millions of animals worldwide. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab The South Korean research and development university Kumoh Institute of Technology recently applied for a new patent for an innovative use of UAVs- keeping wildlife […] The post Innovative UAV Patent Aims to Protect Wildlife from Becoming Roadkill appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New AirDock and Longtail Products Enable Scalable, Shared Infrastructure for Drone Delivery and Public Service Operations By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With its recent introduction of a suite of new products, A2Z Drone Delivery, which until recently had been known exclusively as a drone manufacturing company, is transforming itself into a drone-network-as-a-service provider as […] The post A2Z Transforms from Manufacturer to Drone-Network-as-a-Service Provider appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Company granted first Light UAS Operator Certificate for higher-risk BVLOS flights Matternet has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to expand drone delivery operations across Europe. The Swiss Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) has granted Matternet the first-ever Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC) for higher-risk operations, allowing the company to perform beyond visual […] The post Matternet Receives Swiss Certification for Advanced Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Partnership to Drive Innovations in Public Safety and Defense Skyfire Consulting, a trusted expert in public safety and Department of Defense (DoD) drone program implementation, has announced its acquisition by Echelon AI, a company specializing in autonomous and swarming Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Together, they have formed SkyfireAI, a company […] The post Skyfire and Echelon Join Forces to Launch SkyfireAI: Advancing AI-Powered Drone Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

First Tethered Drone Verified as NDAA Compliant The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has granted Green UAS certification to Hoverfly Technologies‘ Spectre Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS). This makes the Spectre platform the first tethered drone to meet the highest cybersecurity and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) supply chain standards. The certification places it […] The post Hoverfly’s Spectre Drone Receives Green UAS Certification appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New aftermarket kit improves crisis management, data security, and non-line-of-sight flight capabilities Elsight has announced the launch of DroneCommX™, an aftermarket upgrade kit designed to extend the capabilities of DJI’s Matrice 30 and 350 drones. This new kit addresses critical challenges for first responders, law enforcement, and emergency management teams using these drones, which are […] The post Elsight Launches DroneCommX™, Extending Capabilities of DJI Matrice 30 and 350 Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Congress Members and DJI Respond to Growing National Security Concerns In a recent letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), 12 members of Congress expressed concerns about the use of Chinese-manufactured drones in U.S. agriculture. The letter highlights the potential risks posed by drones produced by […] The post Concerns Over Chinese Agricultural Drones Spark Debate appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New system uses drones to identify unauthorized activity while minimizing invasiveness, providing a dynamic and responsive security solution for homes and businesses. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Alarm.com Inc recently secured a new US patent (numbered US2023005256) to facilitate drone-based pre-surveillance of buildings. Pre-surveillance is a process designed to identify key facts about […] The post Alarm.com Secures Patent for Drone-Based Pre-Surveillance: Enhancing Property Security with UAV Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New compact UAV to debut at Land Forces Conference in Melbourne Draganfly Inc. has announced the launch of its latest product, the APEX Drone, a versatile solution designed to meet the growing demands of military and law enforcement surveillance. This new UAV offers enhanced portability and modularity, responding to global demand for a compact version […] The post Draganfly Unveils APEX Drone for Military and Law Enforcement Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The new Trace nano drone offers advanced ISR capabilities for national security, public safety, and critical infrastructure at an affordable price. Vantage Robotics has unveiled its latest innovation, the Trace nano drone, designed to meet the growing needs of national security, public safety, and critical infrastructure inspection. The pocket-sized drone combines powerful intelligence, surveillance, and […] The post Vantage Robotics Introduces Trace: A Compact Nano Drone for Covert Aerial Reconnaissance appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Collaboration Streamlines Fleet Management and Data Security AirData has announced the integration of its flight data management platform with Teledyne FLIR’s SIRAS drone. This collaboration is designed to enhance public safety and industrial inspection missions by combining AirData’s fleet management tools with the advanced capabilities of the SIRAS drone. The partnership aims to provide […] The post AirData Integrates Teledyne FLIR SIRAS Drone Platform for Enhanced Public Safety Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Canadian Drone Show Producer Aims to Dazzle Audiences with Story-Driven Displays and Cutting-Edge Technology Across Florida and Beyond by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Toronto, Canada-based drone show producer Illumin Drone Shows recently announced a new expansion across the border, starting with shows in Florida and eventually across the southern U.S. market. Following rave […] The post Illumin Drone Shows Expands to U.S. with Spectacular Southern Debut appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone-based imagery processed for agriculture, environmental assessment, and engineering SimActive Inc.’s Correlator3D™ software is being used by GMAPSNZ to produce high-quality mapping products in New Zealand. GMAPSNZ has been using the software to handle New Zealand’s complex terrain, working in agriculture, environmental assessment, and engineering design. For over a decade, the company has relied exclusively […] The post SimActive’s Correlator3D Used for Mapping in New Zealand’s Challenging Terrain appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Michael Jones asks the court to uphold his right to provide aerial information to clients. Yesterday, the Institute for Justice (IJ) filed a petition with the United States Supreme Court on behalf of Michael Jones, a drone photographer in North Carolina. The case brings forward an important question: does providing data and information through aerial […] The post North Carolina Drone Photographer Seeks Supreme Court Support for First Amendment Rights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Legislation aims to limit Chinese drone manufacturers’ access to U.S. infrastructure On September 9, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Countering CCP Drones Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) designed to address concerns about the presence of Chinese drones, specifically those from Da-Jiang Innovations (DJI), in U.S. infrastructure. The […] The post House Passes Countering CCP Drones Act: Now What? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In this week’s episode of Weekly Wings, hosts Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff cover a range of cutting-edge drone innovations and industry updates. The episode starts with a recap of Paul’s experience at the Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas, including highlights from live flight demonstrations. Percepto’s industrial inspection drones received FAA type […] The post Drone Certifications, Combat Tech & BVLOS on the Weekly Wings Drone Podcast! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

With 18 drone flights daily, SkeyDrone’s cutting-edge technology aids law enforcement and prepares for the future of European airspace management. by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The skies above the Belgian coast saw an average of 18 drone flights per day during the months of July and August, according to a recent report released by […] The post Keeping Belgium’s Skies Safe: How SkeyDrone Detects Drones Along the Coastline appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Recent drone sightings at Stockholm Arlanda Airport echo past incidents like the Gatwick Airport disruption, highlighting the need for effective counter-drone systems at airports worldwide. [News and Commentary] In a scene reminiscent of the 2018 Gatwick Airport disruption, Sweden’s largest airport, Stockholm Arlanda, temporarily halted flights due to the appearance of multiple drones. The incident […] The post Drone Sightings Disrupt Swedish Airport: A Growing Need for Global Counter-Drone Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New AI-Powered System Uses Drones and Advanced Imaging to Automate Aircraft Damage Detection, Reducing Maintenance Time and Human Error by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab South Korea-based AI-driven inspection system developer Deep Inspection, who use image detection AI systems to try and facilitate the inspection of everything from tunnels to the development of 3D […] The post Deep Inspection Secures Patent for AI-Driven Drone Aircraft Inspection System, Aiming to Enhance Safety and Efficiency appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article