It is not easier to certify avionics on unmanned aircraft systems than on manned aircraft, affirms Dr. Emanuel Braemer, Head of Technology, Aerosystems Division, ESG Elektroniksystem-und Logistik-GmbH in Germany. Continue reading
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Quadrocopters Throw and Catch Pole
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Researchers at ETH Zürich’s Flying Machine Arena, an engineering, science, technology, mathematics and management university, have shown two quadrocopters throwing and catching a stick with each other. Continue reading
Woolpert Partners with Altavian on UAS Aerial Surveying
Brazilian Air Force Will Deploy UAS for 2014 Soccer World Cup
The Brazilian Air Force will use four Israeli-made UAS to help provide security during the Confederations Cup in June. The unmanned planes are also expected to help provide security during the 2014 World Cup.
Indiana State University Unmanned Systems Programme
ISU students working on unmanned aerial and ground systems
Indiana State University in Terre Haute is one of the few colleges in America to prepare students for a future in a world of unmanned machines. Continue reading
Iran Claims Another Downed UAS
Iran’s authorities announced today that Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) have intercepted and downed an ‘alien’ drone during the first day of the ‘Great Prophet 8′ exercise taking place in Southern Iran this week.
US Sends UAS to Niger to Survey Mali
About 100 U.S. troops have deployed to the West African country of Niger to help establish a drone base for surveillance missions, in the latest step by the United States to aid French forces battling Islamic militants in neighbouring Mali.
GA-ASI Announces Procurement of First Predator XP System
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. has announced the procurement of its first Predator XP RPA system by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Predator XP is an updated version of the company’s flagship Predator RPA that has been licensed by the U.S. Government for sale to a broader customer base, including countries in the Middle East and North Africa.