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Quantum Solutions and TOPODRONE Introduce the Q.Fly, a DJI-Compatible SWIR Camera for UAV Applications Quantum Solutions and TOPODRONE have announced the release of the Q.Fly, a Quantum Dot Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) Camera designed specifically for UAV platforms. The Q.Fly is DJI-ready, allowing for seamless integration with DJI Matrice 300 and DJI Matrice 350 RTK […] The post New SWIR Camera for Drones: Q.Fly Delivers Affordable Precision Imaging appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

A new initiative focuses on drone technology to improve pollination in UK strawberry crops, enhancing food security. A project titled “Precision Pollination for Higher Strawberry Productivity and Quality” is exploring how drones can help improve strawberry yields and fruit quality in the UK. The initiative brings together expertise from the UK Agri-Tech Centre, Angus Soft […] The post Precision Pollination Project Aims to Boost Strawberry Yields and Quality appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AI-Powered Drones Demonstrate Advanced Capabilities in Radio-Jammed Environments, Paving the Way for Future Combat Systems by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb European aerospace giant Airbus and German drone developer Quantum Systems recently announced that their AI drone swarm technology had been successfully tested at the Airbus Drone Center near Manching, marking the conclusion of […] The post Airbus and German Drone Developer Successfully Test AI-Driven Swarm Technology for the Bundeswehr appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Wing, a leader in drone logistics, has published its latest report titled “Beyond the Aisle: The Future of Autonomous Drone Delivery.” The report explores the current landscape of drone delivery and its potential to transform industries far beyond grocery and retail. This summary highlights the key takeaways and insights presented in the report. Growth in […] The post Wing Releases “Beyond the Aisle” Report: Key Findings on the Future of Drone Deliveries 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: how technical leaders can better support fundraising and sales. by Amy T. Wiegand […] The post 5 Ways Technical Leaders Kill Fundraising & Sales: Go-to-Market Propeller appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Beth Flippo, CEO of Drone Express, talks with host Randy Goers about the company’s official launch into Winston-Salem and how autonomous drone delivery can provide economic and ecological benefits to communities. Drone Radio Show · How Autonomous Drones Will Revolutionize Last-Mile Delivery: Beth Flippo, CEO Drone Express Beth Flippo, CEO of Drone Express. Drone Express […] The post How Autonomous Drone Delivery Will Revolutionize Last-Mile Delivery: Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bee Cave, Texas PD to launch autonomous DFR program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The small, Austin suburb of Bee Cave, Texas hopes to be the first city in the country to launch a fully autonomous drones-as-first-responders (DFR) program for its police department. Bee Cave Police Chief Brian Jones told DroneLife that the city […] The post Bee Cave, Texas: Fully Autonomous Drone First Responder Program Set to Launch appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

ULTRA UAVs to Support Norway’s Troll Observing Network in Expanding Global Understanding of the Antarctic Environment by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab English UAV developer Windracers recently announced that it had been contracted to provide independent Norweigan research institute NORCE with two of its ULTRA long distance cargo drones, for use in new scientific […] The post Windracers’ ULTRA Drones to Aid Critical Antarctic Research with NORCE appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Wing and Apian Partner to Improve Medical Logistics and Patient Care The United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) is preparing to launch a new initiative that will use drones to transport blood samples between two central London hospitals. The initiative, developed in partnership with Wing and Apian, aims to enhance patient care by optimizing hospital […] The post NHS to Begin Drone Delivery of Blood Samples Between London Hospitals appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

USDA Funds Five-Year Project to Explore Drone Use in Herding and Monitoring The University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment has received a $910,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to advance the use of drone technology in livestock management. The five-year project, titled “Precision Livestock Management: Cattle Monitoring and […] The post University of Kentucky Secures Grant to Develop Drone Technology for Cattle Management appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

U.S. Officials Charge Russian Citizen for Smuggling Dual-Use Technology On Monday, September 16, 2024, Denis Postovoy, a 44-year-old Russian citizen residing in Sarasota, Florida, was arrested in connection with an indictment alleging illegal exports of U.S.-sourced microelectronics to Russia. These microelectronic components have military applications, and their export was carried out without the necessary licenses. […] The post Russian Citizen Arrested for Illegally Exporting Drone Technology to Russia appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

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