Within the framework of the EU project sFly, researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new type of flying robot that can be navigated using only on-board cameras and a miniature computer. The micro helicopters require neither GPS nor remote control, thus reaching a new level of autonomy. Continue reading
Category Archives: Applications & Testing & Experience
DARPA HTV-2 – Aeroshell Degradation Caused Flight Termination
An unexpected degree of aero-shell degradation was “the most probable cause” of the premature flight termination of DARPA’s Hypersonic Technology Vehicle during a flight over the Pacific Ocean last August, according to the findings of the agency’s independent engineering review board. Continue reading
3D Printed Unmanned Aircraft
Inspired by a US Air Force defence programme, SelectTech Geospatial proved that an innovative company could make a UAS quickly and with limited resources. SelectTech’s test flight also marked the first time a 3D-printed UAS took off and landed on its own gear. Continue reading
US Marines Plan Rigorous K-MAX Tests in Afghanistan
The K-MAX cargo unmanned helicopter has impressed Marine Corps aviation leaders since the aircraft deployed to Afghanistan on Dec. 17, but the Marine Corps is not quite ready to give it the green light. Continue reading
US Army Tests Northrop Flying Wing
Shape look familiar? This historic video from the US National Archives shows the Northrop Flying Wing (N-1M) being tested over the Mojave Desert in 1941. Continue reading
DARPA/Boston Dynamics Robots Climb Stairs, Walk Treadmill and Do Pushups
This video shows versions of DARPA and Boston Dynamics robots climbing stairs, walking on a treadmill and doing pushups. Continue reading
Schiebel Camcopter First Flight with Cineflex – Video
Schiebel just released this video [below] of the “Making Of’ the first flight integrating CINEFLEX technology. Continue reading
A.R. Drone Now with HD Video
AR Drone just released this new video of the 2.o version fitted with an HD video camera. Continue reading