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Dr. Xu Jin’s Cutting-Edge Research on Cooperative Control Algorithms Aims to Enhance Drone Security and Capture Rogue UAVs by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb A professor at the University of Kentucky recently received a prestigious research award from the NSF for his innovative work on making drones safer. Xu Jin, Ph.D., assistant professor in […] The post Targeting Rogue Drones: University of Kentucky Professor Wins Prestigious NSF Award appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

LECO-SOLARIS Solution Enhances UAV Connectivity for Critical Operations with Viasat’s Advanced Satellite Network by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Avionics Networks, a company focused on developing innovative communications systems for UAVs, recently announced their participation in telecommunications giant Viasat’s Velaris partner program, giving them access to Viasat’s drone and advanced air mobility focused satellite […] The post Avionics Networks Joins Viasat’s Velaris Partner Program appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Reflections on the FAA Drone & AAM Symposium DRONELIFE is honored to post this Op-Ed by industry thought leader Dawn Zoldi on the conversations and results from the recent FAA Drone and AAM Symposium, sponsored by the FAA and AUVSI. If you missed attending, read on for an inside view of the key messages delivered […] The post FAA Drone & AAM Symposium 2024, Key Takeaways and Future Predictions: A DRONELIFE Exclusive from Dawn Zoldi appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Regulations Target High-Precision Equipment, Adjust Standards for Drone Components China will implement changes to its drone export controls starting September 1, 2024, according to a Reuters article. The amendments, which include adding high-precision measurement equipment to the control list and adjusting standards for certain unmanned aircraft components, come in response to increased scrutiny from […] The post China Amends Drone Export Controls Amid Rising Scrutiny appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Small Texas Town Puts its Drone Program to Work Combatting Natural Disasters By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Since the spring of 2023, when it first began operating a drone program, the fire department of the small city of Magnolia, Texas has put its UAV to work to deal with a number of floods and […] The post Magnolia’s Fire Department Leverages Drones to Tackle Natural Disasters and Rapid Growth appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drones and Data Analytics Set to Transform Highway Inspections in Massachusetts The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division is teaming up with MassDOT Highway to take highway inspections and maintenance to the next level using drones and data analytics. They’ve applied for a $1 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration’s Accelerated Innovation Deployment […] The post MassDOT Aeronautics Teams Up with MassDOT Highway to Pioneer Drone Technology for Smarter Highway Maintenance appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The latest in an occasional column on bringing products to market in emerging technologies, by industry marketing expert Amy T. Wiegand: Go-to-Market Propeller. Go-to-Market Propeller is the practical support a growing industry needs – getting from innovation to sales. In this article: the deep dive on discovering product – market fit. by Amy T. Wiegand […] The post Be Aware of Compliments: Discovering Product-Market Fit – Go-to-Market Propeller appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Building Resilience and Innovation in the American Drone Industry Located in San Luis Obispo, CA, Inspired Flight is a leading U.S. manufacturer of industrial drones. Inspired Flight excels at integrating multiple payloads and sensors and features a universal payload interface. It’s flexible platform is used in settings including critical infrastructure inspection, oil and gas, GIS […] The post What Will It Take to Strengthen U.S. Drone Manufacturing? A Conversation with Inspired Flight’s CEO appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA’s Deputy Administrator Outlines Timeline for BVLOS Rulemaking and Plans for Drone and AAM Integration into National Airspace By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A high-ranking FAA official on Tuesday promised that the agency is on track to meet the scheduled timeline for issuing a final beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) rule by January, […] The post FAA Progress on BVLOS Rules and Advanced Air Mobility Integration appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Project for Air Force Research Laboratory Last October, Vigilant Aerospace started an important project for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop a detect-and-avoid (DAA) system for long-endurance drones. This project, funded by an SBIR Phase II contract, aims to create a system for both military and civilian use. Vigilant Aerospace’s product, FlightHorizon […] The post Vigilant Aerospace Advances Detect-and-Avoid System for Air Force Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AeroVision Canada, ANRA Technologies, and ClearSky Connect to Lead Evaluation to Integrate Air Traffic Management for RPAS Operation A consortium led by AeroVision Canada, Inc., along with principal partners ANRA Technologies and ClearSky Connect, has been selected by Transport Canada and NAV CANADA to deliver Phase 2 trials of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Traffic […] The post Canada Advances Drone Traffic Management with Phase 2 Trials appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss the discussion with Michael Lighthiser, Deputy Chief of Police at George Mason University. Scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 3:00 PM EST, the upcoming episode will give the audience a chance to learn about how George Mason University deploys drones to support public safety, coordinates with other departments and partners, and communicates with […] The post Don’t Miss Michael Lighthiser, Deputy Chief of Police at George Mason University on the Public Safety Drone Review appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Manufacturing of drone battery cells is set to begin in 2025 Packet Digital is advancing its goal of supplying U.S.-made drone battery cells, securing a location for its new manufacturing plant in Fargo, North Dakota. The facility, set to begin construction in 2024, aims to start production by the end of 2025. The new 80,000-square-foot […] The post Packet Digital Secures Location for U.S. Drone Battery Manufacturing Plant appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Zipline and Wing Aviation to Pioneer Package Deliveries Using Advanced UTM Technology in Dallas/Fort Worth By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The FAA on Tuesday announced its first-ever approval for beyond visual line of sight drone flights by more than one operator flying in the same airspace. Under the new authorizations Zipline International and Wing […] The post FAA Grants Historic BVLOS Approval for Multiple Operators in DFW Area appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Partnership to Strengthen US Southern Border Protection SkySafe, a leading company in drone detection and airspace security, has been awarded a significant contract by Amentum, a global engineering and project management firm. This contract is part of the Department of Defense Information Analysis Center’s (DoD IAC) multiple-award contract (MAC) vehicle. The Department of Homeland […] The post SkySafe Wins Contract to Enhance Border Security with Drone Detection Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Commission on the National Defense Strategy has issued their 2024 Report, which calls for increased investment in security innovation and industrial base. The report says that current geopolitical pressures mean that the US faces unprecedented threats – and calls for big changes in defense strategy. From the Executive Summary: The United States confronts the […] The post Commission on the National Defense Strategy Issues Somber Report appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Mayor John Nichols Calls for Delay on Increased Drone Deliveries Due to Noise Concerns and Zoning Issues By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The mayor of College Station, Texas is urging the FAA to slow down an effort by Amazon Prime Air to expand its drone delivery operations in the city. Mayor John Nichols wrote […] The post College Station Mayor Asks FAA to Put Brakes on Amazon Prime Air Expansion appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Allegations Suggest Secret Service Refused Drone Assistance, Leading to Security Failures On July 25, 2024, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent a follow-up letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, demanding the release of all records related to the United States Secret Service’s (USSS) use of drones during former President Donald […] The post Senator Hawley Demands Answers on Secret Service Drone Usage During Trump Rally Attack appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Multi-Modal Connectivity and Advanced Features to Improve Mission Success US drone manufacturer Skydio has announced significant upgrades to its X10 drone connectivity solutions, aiming to address and overcome limitations in traditional point-to-point connectivity. With the X10 on the market for eight months, Skydio has observed incredible customer applications but also identified areas needing improvement to […] The post Skydio Upgrades Connectivity for the X10 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Welcome to another thrilling episode of Weekly Wings, a new drone podcast and your ultimate source for the latest in drone technology, regulation updates, and innovative advancements. Join Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff as they navigate the rapidly evolving drone industry, providing expert insights and in-depth analysis. Check out the video on our […] The post Drone Security, AI Breakthroughs & Light Show Residency: July 29 on Weekly Wings! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

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 […] The post AIRT Launches ‘AAM For Good’ to Advance Air Mobility for Public Safety and Emergencies appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Innovation Marks DTDC’s 35th Anniversary with a Focus on Efficiency and Sustainability DTDC Express Ltd., a leading express logistics service provider in India, has announced the launch of its drone delivery services in partnership with Skye Air Mobility. This initiative, marking the company’s 35th foundation year, aims to revolutionize last-mile delivery through innovative technology […] The post DTDC Launches Drone Delivery Services with Skye Air Mobility appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Effortless Field Data Collection with Global Mapper Mobile Global Mapper Mobile brings data collection into the palm of your hand, making it easy to record ground control points and other key features on site when collecting drone-images for processing in Global Mapper desktop’s Pixels to Points tool. Available on iOS and Android mobile operating systems, […] The post Collection Ground Control Points with Global Mapper Mobile appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AVSS PRS-M3DT Parachute Enables DJI Dock 2 Flights Without Waivers The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the first Category 2 drone for operations over people. Commercial drone operators using the DJI Dock 2 equipped with the AVSS PRS-M3DT drone parachute can now fly over people without needing to submit an FAA 107.39 flight over […] The post FAA Approves First Category 2 Drone for Flying Over People appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Amendment would limit availability of Chinese manufactured drones Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has submitted an amendment to the Senate version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, aiming to incorporate the Countering CCP Drones Act. This act is currently part of the House version of the NDAA FY25. The House version […] The post Senator Rick Scott Submits Amendment to Add Countering CCP Drones Act to NDAA FY25 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article