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Swedish UAV Manufacturer’s First Responder Drones Prove Critical in AED Deliveries, Slashing Response Times and Paving the Way for Future Innovations by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Everdrone, a Swedish manufacturer of first responder-use UAVs, recently announced the results of a partnership with the The Center for Resuscitation Science at Karolinska Institutet, Sweden that […] The post Everdrone’s “First On Scene” AED Delivery Drone Program Validated in Lancet Digital Health Study appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Roark Aerospace Unveils Aero-Ark, Drone Detection-as-a-Service with bespoke technologies. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Roark Aerospace recently announced their new “Aero-Ark” drone detection-as-a-service product, a fully self-contained, AI-powered mobile unit that uses a bespoke forward scatter detection and packet sniffing technologies to monitor drone incursions and provide live tracking and identifier information in […] The post Roark Aerospace Unveils Aero-Ark, Drone Detection-as-a-Service Offering Real-Time Tracking and Identification appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Shield AI’s V-BAT Teams system allows autonomous operations under challenging conditions By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As the U.S. Department of Defense searches for ways to use advanced technology to counter growing threats from international adversaries, a California robotics and software company has introduced a system that will allow warfighters to launch swarms of […] The post Revolutionizing Defense: Shield AI’s V-BAT Teams Enable Autonomous Surveillance in Hostile Environments appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone Racing in Abu Dhabi: DCL Expands The Drone Champions League (DCL), the leading professional drone racing organization globally, is gearing up for expanded horizons in the Gulf Region after a thrilling winter season final in Abu Dhabi. The two-day event, held from November 17-18, showcased six top DCL teams competing on a cutting-edge virtual […] The post Drone Champions League (DCL) Soars to New Heights in Abu Dhabi Winter Season Finale appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Phenix Solutions Secures US Air Force Phase II Contract for Ultra 2XL Heavy Lift VTOL Aircraft Aerospace company Phenix Solutions has recently been awarded a Phase II contract by the United States Air Force for Agile Manufacturing of the Ultra 2XL Heavy Lift VTOL Aircraft. This significant milestone marks a collaboration between Phenix Solutions and […] The post Phenix Solutions Soars to New Heights with Prestigious US Air Force Contract appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Decision in Michigan case could have big impact on future drone law By DRONELIFE Feature Editor Jim Magill An obscure legal case involving a zoning dispute in rural Michigan could have significant national impact on the rights that government regulators have to use drones to pursue enforcement actions. The case, Long Lake Township vs. Maxon, […] The post High Stakes in the Sky: Michigan Legal Battle Redefining Drone Law and Privacy Rights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AIBOT, a California-based company specializing in AI-defined electric vertical take-off and landing (aiEVTOL) aircraft and ecosystem, has been awarded a $15 million grant from the California Competes Grant Program. This substantial endorsement from the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) marks a significant milestone for AIBOT and the growing electric vertical take-off […] The post California-Based AIBOT Secures $15 Million Grant, Propelling Innovation in AI-Defined eVTOL Aircraft for Advanced Air Mobility appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The third in an occasional column on marketing strategies for emerging technologies, by industry marketing expert Amy T. Wiegand: Go-to-Market Propeller. This month: the marketing phrases everybody uses and nobody believes – and what to use instead. By Amy T. Wiegand Demonstrating that Your Organization is the Best, Fastest, Safest, Most Cost Efficient & Accurate […] The post Stop Using These Marketing Phrases that Nobody Believes: Go-to-Market Propeller appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Dronamics, a drone-powered cargo airline, and Aramex, an Emirati logistics and supply chain company, have recently announced a Letter of Intent (LOI) to leverage Dronamics technology and Aramex’s fleet management capabilities to provide new cargo flights in the UAE, followed by other key markets like South Africa and Australia. Dronamic’s remotely-piloted cargo aircraft will be […] The post Dronamics and Aramex Partner to Develop Cargo Drone Flights in UAE and Other Key Markets appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

TEKEVER and CRFS Unveil Advanced UAS Enhancing Target Geolocation Capabilities Global unmanned systems technology leader TEKEVER and ultra-sensitive RF receiver pioneer CRFS have achieved a significant milestone in their collaboration. Together, they have introduced the first sub-tactical unmanned aerial system (UAS) equipped with highly sensitive RF sensors designed for precise geolocation of ground-based targets over […] The post TEKEVER and CRFS Introduce New UAS with Ultra-Sensitive RF Receiver for Precise Target Geolocation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Immervision is a leading provider of “Deep Seeing Technology”: wide-angle optics, processing, and sensor fusion for next generation technology. Here, Immervision AVP Ludimila Centano gives a deep dive on the sensor options available for safe, low-light drone operations. Read on to understand the pros and cons of low-light cameras vs. LiDAR sensors, what actually qualifies […] The post The Art and Science of Low-Light Drone Operations: LiDAR or Camera? A DRONELIFE Exclusive from Immervision appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Archer Aviation, an American manufacturer of eVTOLs, and Air Chateau International, an advanced air mobility services provider based in the UAE, recently announced a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Dubai Air Show covering a planned purchase of over $100 million worth of Midnight eVTOLs with an initial deposit due by the end of the […] The post Archer Aviation and Air Chateau International Ink $100 Million Deal for Midnight eVTOLs, Paving the Way for AAM Services in Dubai and Abu Dhabi appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bellwether Industries, a London-based urban air mobility company, and Schubeler, a German company specializing in electric propulsion systems, recently announced a strategic partnership to continue using Schubeler’s technology in upcoming designs. After the success of the partnership when it came to Bellwether’s “Antelope” eVTOL, the upcoming “Oryx” will also feature Schubeler engines as both companies […] The post Propelling the Future: Bellwether Industries and Schubeler Forge Strategic Partnership for Cutting-Edge Electric Propulsion in Urban Air Mobility appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Prague-based eVTOL manufacturer Zuri recently showcased their design for a 5-seater eVTOL at the Dubai Air Show through augmented reality. Zuri’s display, powered by a pair of AR glasses, was the only AR presentation at the show and allowed viewers to experience their new design with an unprecedented level of immersion. (Video) The AR experience […] The post Zuri Takes Flight: Prague-based eVTOL Manufacturer Unveils 5-Seater Design in Groundbreaking AR Showcase at Dubai Air Show appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

TEKEVER Strengthens European Presence with €3.2M Contract and New Space Hub in France TEKEVER, a prominent European unmanned aerial systems (UAS) leader, has secured a contract valued at up to €3.2 million to provide satellite communications technology for the European Space Agency’s (ESA) upcoming Comet Interceptor mission. Simultaneously, TEKEVER is expanding its European footprint with […] The post TEKEVER Advances European Space Presence with €3.2M ESA Contract and Toulouse Space Hub appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Study finds autonomy software needed in future drone traffic management system By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As drone use scales up in the future, creating an increasingly crowded airspace at altitudes below 400 feet, a recent study by researchers at Johns Hopkins University suggests that increasing the level of autonomous operations help might create […] The post Clearing the Skies: The Imperative Shift Towards Autonomous Operations in Future Drone Traffic Management Systems appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Curious about urban air mobility? Don’t miss Wisk Aero on the Drone Radio Show with host Randy Goers. Wisk CEO Brian Yutko talks about the progress the company is making to develop and deploy autonomous air taxis, including the results of a recent successful air taxi flight demonstration at the Long Beach Airport. Drone Radio […] The post Wisk Aero on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Honeywell to Provide Advanced Flight Controls for AIBOT’s Electric Aircraft AIBOT has selected Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) to supply its Compact Fly-By-Wire (cFBW) system for the support of AIBOT’s fully electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The adoption of Honeywell’s technology aims to enhance the next generation of aircraft avionics, contributing to the development of […] The post AIBOT Partners with Honeywell for Cutting-Edge Flight Controls in Next-Gen Electric Aircraft appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Botlink and Simple Business Automation Collaborate to Launch Innovative Monarch Conservation Software Platform, POLLi In a collaborative effort, Botlink and Simple Business Automation (SBA) introduce the POLLi software platform, a groundbreaking solution designed to streamline data collection for conservation organizations. The platform leverages the power of drones, artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing to enhance […] The post POLLi Unveiled: Unlocking Mysteries of Monarch Habitats with Drones, AI, and Cloud Computing appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AUVSI’s Initiatives Aim to Boost U.S. Drone Industry and Level Global Playing Field This week, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) took a significant step toward strengthening the U.S. drone industry with the launch of the Partnership for Drone Competitiveness (Partnership) and the release of an accompanying whitepaper. A Capitol Hill press conference […] The post AUVSI’s Partnership for Drone Competitiveness: Strengthening the US Drone Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AutoFlight unveils high-payload advanced air mobility firefighting program and debuts fully functional prototype by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Walker Robinson AutoFlight has announced their electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) firefighting program and prototype drone. The firefighting drone is a modified version of Autoflight’s CarryAll product with an impressive range and payload capacity enabling it to […] The post Advanced Air Mobility Firefighting: AutoFlight’s eVTOL Drone Solution appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Open Skies Cornwall Demonstrates Pyka Pelican Electric Cargo Drone A revolutionary electric cargo drone, deemed a ‘game-changer,’ made its debut in Cornwall this week, marking a significant milestone for Open Skies Cornwall, a project under UKRI’s Future Flight Challenge, delivered by Innovate. The initiative aims to open up low-level airspace for drone operations, focusing on […] The post World’s Largest Civilian Electric Cargo Drone Takes Flight in Cornwall, Paving the Way for Remote Connectivity appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Skyportz Unveils Innovative Vertistop™ Vertiport Design at Dubai Airshow In an announcement at the Dubai Airshow, Skyportz, in collaboration with Contreras Earl Architecture and Arup, has unveiled its latest modular sustainable vertiport design – the Skyportz Vertistop™. This innovative design aims to revolutionize urban mobility by addressing the need for compact and affordable public vertiports […] The post The Vertiport Designed to Go Anywhere: Skyportz Unveils Vertistop™ at Dubai Airshow appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DJI Introduces Limited-Time Discounts on Select Drones for the Holiday Season DJI Announces Black Friday Drone Deals DJI, the world’s leading manufacturer of consumer drones and digital camera technology, has released its annual 2023 holiday promotions, discounting their top products. This holiday promotion is effective from November 9, 2023, to November 27, 2023, providing enthusiasts […] The post DJI’s Black Friday Drone Deals: Minis, Avata, and More! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Old railway station to be site for drone development hub By DRONELIFE Feature Editor Jim Magill The city of Detroit and Ford Motor Company are both icons of the U.S. ground transportation industry. Now a Ford subsidiary, the city of Detroit, the state of Michigan and other partners are working together to write the next […] The post Detroit’s Drone Innovation Hub: Ford and City Revitalize Historic Landmark for Aerial Revolution appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article