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SimActive’s Correlator3D™ software is being used for real-time mapping on construction projects. SimActive Inc. has announced that its photogrammetry software, Correlator3D™, is being used by Bullseye Construction to map large-scale construction projects. This collaboration allows Bullseye Construction to generate highly accurate map products such as digital surface models (DSMs), point clouds, and orthomosaics. By leveraging […] The post SimActive Software Enhances Construction Mapping for Bullseye Construction appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AI and Drone Technologies Enhance Bridge Safety and Reduce Maintenance Costs NTT Corporation (NTT) and NTT e-Drone Technology Corporation have developed a cutting-edge method to detect and repair corroded steel materials on bridges using a combination of AI image recognition and drones. This new approach aims to overcome the limitations of traditional visual inspections, ensuring […] The post NTT Uses AI and Drones to Detect and Address Corroded Steel on Bridges appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Balancing Concerns Over Chinese Tech With Investment in U.S. Innovation News and Opinion. Ukraine’s defense industry has shown that scaling drone production rapidly is possible, even in the toughest circumstances. During the Second International Defense Industries Forum, President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed Ukraine is producing over 4 million drones annually, with more than 1.5 million already contracted. This […] The post Ukraine’s Rapid Drone Production Offers a Lesson for U.S. Lawmakers appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In this episode of the drone podcast Weekly Wings! Swarming lights, bee trackers, microwave defenses, and more. In this week’s episode of Weekly Wings, Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry and Terry Neff cover a wide range of fascinating drone and space topics. The episode begins with a dive into the awe-inspiring Shenzhen drone light show, which […] The post Swarming Lights, Bee Trackers & Microwave Defenses: on the Weekly Wings Drone Podcast! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Agreement supports new air taxi infrastructure and seamless mobility Parkin Company PJSC and Skyports Infrastructure have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing air taxi infrastructure across Dubai. This partnership aims to integrate air taxis into the city’s transportation system, enhancing urban mobility and supporting Dubai’s green and autonomous transport goals. Air […] The post Parkin and Skyports Partner to Shape the Future of Transport in Dubai appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New platform allows drone operators to capture footage from famous Scottish landmarks Drone operators now have a unique opportunity to fly their drones over some of Scotland’s most iconic historic landmarks. Stirling Castle, the childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots, is just one of over 200 sites managed by Historic Environment Scotland (HES) where […] The post Drone Pilots Gain Access to Over 200 Iconic Scottish Sites for ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Flights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

F1, Rallycross, Drift, and Pro4 Vehicles Face Off on a Custom Track, Captured by Drone All images courtesy Red Bull Content Pool, used with permission. Red Bull recently staged an unprecedented race between four elite motorsport vehicles, each representing a unique racing discipline. The event, which took place on a custom-built hybrid track, brought together […] The post It Takes a Drone to Determine the Winner: Red Bull’s Multi-Vehicle Race Captured from Above appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Heavy-Lift UAVs Aim to Revolutionize Agricultural and Utility Operations with Extended Flight Times and Unmatched Payload Capacity by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil A New Hampshire-based company is combining the durability, extended flight time and heavy-lifting capabilities of helicopter technology with the maneuverability and autonomous operation of unmanned aircraft, to introduce the two largest […] The post Rotor Unveils Airtruck and Sprayhawk: Drones with Helicopter DNA appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

On this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Mary-Lou Smulders, Chief Marketing Officer at Dedrone, talks with host Randy Goers about the company, and the role of AI and Machine Learning in creating an effective drone mitigation system. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Harnessing AI & Machine Learning for Advanced Drone Mitigation: Mary-Lou Smulders, […] The post Harnessing AI and Machine Learning for Advanced Drone Mitigation: Dedrone on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone as First Responder Set to Revolutionize Public Safety Evolve Dynamics, a British unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufacturer, has secured an Innovate UK Smart Grant from UK Research and Innovation. The grant will support the development of the company’s innovative Drone-in-a-Box (DiaB) technology, designed to enhance emergency response operations. Drone as First Responder (DFR): The […] The post Evolve Dynamics Wins Innovate UK Grant for Groundbreaking Drone-in-a-Box Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Innovative Use of Drone Technology Overcomes Logistical Challenges in Search Operation In a recent operation, a drone equipped with a Single-Beam Echo Sounder (SBES) located a sunken boat in the remote Laguna San Pablo, Ecuador. The mission demonstrated how resourceful thinking can help overcome technological limitations and environmental challenges. Background of the Search In July […] The post Drone-Based Echo Sounder Locates Sunken Boat in Ecuador appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

A Look at Flyability Cloud: Streamlined Data Sharing and Secure Collaboration for Indoor Drone Inspection by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Swiss drone manufacturer Flyability recently announced a new, fully integrated cloud service for its Elios 3 indoor-focused mapping drone and software solution. DroneLife got up close and personal with the new offering on […] The post Flyability Unveils New Cloud Solution for Elios 3 at InterGEO 2024 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Technology Enhances Exterior Cleaning with Increased Safety and Efficiency SkyWash Drones has announced that they have secured licensing to operate the Apellix Power Wash Drone for commercial exterior cleaning across the UK. This development marks an important step in their ongoing efforts to transform the exterior cleaning industry by providing safer, faster, and more […] The post SkyWash Drones Licenses Apellix Power Wash Drone for UK Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Collaboration Aims to Streamline Infrastructure Inspections with Drone Autonomy and AI-Powered Defect Detection FlytBase, a drone autonomy software provider, has announced a partnership with gNext, an AI-driven photogrammetry platform specializing in asset inspection. This collaboration enables FlytBase users to transfer drone-captured data seamlessly to the gNext platform, improving infrastructure asset management while reducing manual processes. […] The post FlytBase and gNext Announce Partnership to Enhance Asset Inspections appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

An Inside Look at How Drones Assist Law Enforcement in High-Stakes Operations In 2023, Nebraska law enforcement faced a high-stakes situation during a pursuit of a fugitive wanted in Colorado. After his vehicle was disabled by a spike strip, the suspect fled into a field of thick tumbleweeds, making it difficult for deputies to locate […] The post How Nebraska Deputies Ended a High-Speed Chase Using Teledyne FLIR SIRAS appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New service offers zero-emissions, ultra-fast deliveries using the FAA-approved Matternet M2 platform Matternet has entered the home delivery market with the launch of the first-ever drone delivery service in Silicon Valley. The service, powered by the company’s FAA Type-Certified Drone Delivery Platform, is currently being piloted in Mountain View and Sunnyvale, offering a new way […] The post Matternet Launches First Drone Home Delivery Service in Silicon Valley [VIDEO] appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The GAO highlights operational challenges, while DJI advocates for a balanced approach to drone regulation. A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), titled “Federal Lands: Effects of Interior’s Policies on Foreign-Made Drones” (GAO-24-106924), reveals the significant impact that restrictive drone policies have had on the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) operations. In […] The post DJI Responds to GAO Report: Drone Restrictions Undermine DOI Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Officials cite security risks and ties to Chinese Communist Party, while DJI defends its data security practices On September 27, 2024, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party urged Fairfax County to stop using […] The post Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership Aims to Extend Delivery Radius and Increase Efficiency Serve Robotics Inc. and Wing Aviation LLC have announced a partnership that aims to expand the reach and efficiency of autonomous food deliveries. The collaboration will allow Serve’s autonomous sidewalk robots and Wing’s drones to work together, offering a faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly delivery […] The post Serve Robotics and Wing Join Forces for Robot-Drone Delivery Cooperation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Texas-Based Company Sets Guinness World Record with 1,164 Pyrotechnic Drones, Blending Fireworks and Cutting-Edge Technology By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A drone show company that scored high in the competition held on America’s Got Talent, recently flew to new heights, by earning the Guinness World Record for the highest number of remote-operated multirotor drones […] The post Sky Elements Soars to New Heights with Record-Breaking Drone Fireworks Show appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Recent ParaZero Deal Signals New Manufacturing Potential for Safer Drone and Advanced Air Mobility Operation By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A recent deal by Israel-based ParaZero Technologies could signal the potential for the company to establish new, large-scale manufacturing capability to produce aviation safety equipment for drones and safety for the growing Advanced Air […] The post Drone Safety with Parachute Systems: Pioneering Solutions for AAM Industry Growth appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New UAV Contract Expands Drone Deliveries to Lithuanian and Ukrainian Armed Forces Vilnius-based drone company Granta Autonomy has announced a €1 million contract with the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence (MoD) to supply its first-person-view (FPV) GA-10FPV-AI quadcopter drone. The UAVs will be delivered to both the Lithuanian military and Ukrainian armed forces as part […] The post Lithuanian Startup Granta Autonomy Strengthens Military Support for Ukraine with New €1M Drone Order appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In this episode of Weekly Wings, hosts Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff explore the most recent developments in space and drone technology. They begin with the SpaceX Dragon capsule’s successful docking with the International Space Station (ISS), focusing on the challenges faced by astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been in […] The post Guinness Record, Counter-UAS Tech & Poop-Copters This Edition of Weekly Wings appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Initiative Aims to Improve Force Protection by Addressing Threats from Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems The Pentagon’s Replicator program is shifting its focus to a pressing concern for modern warfare: countering small uncrewed aerial systems (C-sUAS). According to recent announcements from Department of Defense (DoD) leadership, the second phase of the Replicator initiative, known as […] The post Pentagon’s Replicator 2 to Focus on Countering Small Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Partnership Brings Faster Water Rescue Solutions for Public Safety Agencies BRINC and OMADA Group have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving water rescue operations by using drones to deploy Emergency Flotation Devices (EFDs). This collaboration brings together BRINC’s advanced drone technology and OMADA Group’s expertise in first-responder safety equipment. The two companies are […] The post BRINC and OMADA Group Partner to Enhance Water Rescue Operations with Drone-Deployed Emergency Flotation Devices appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article