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NASA conducted a human-in-the-loop experiment with 15 retired air traffic controllers to investigate two research questions: (a) what procedures are appropriate for the use of unmanned aircraft system (UAS) detect-and-avoid systems, and (b) how long in advance of a predicted close encounter should pilots request or execute a separation maneuver. Continue reading
Two new disaster drones delivered tele-medical packages to victims and rescue personnel in a simulated mass casualty event last week at John Bell Airport in Bolton, Mississippi. The technology debuted before an audience including Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and representatives from Homeland Security, Federal Law Enforcement Agencies, and the United Nations.
A series of unidentified drones have been reported hovering above armed forces during military exercises in Sweden and Norway. Officials said unmanned aircraft were spotted above Swedish territory on three separate occasions. Continue reading
Hélicéo created the DroneBox technology in order to meet the demands of professionals for multiple applications as well as to address the economic challenge of needing multiple types tools. This “Plug & Play” device is adaptable across Hélicéo’s entire range of products, allowing you to perform your measurements with multiple vehicles and sensors while reducing your investment. Continue reading
A new patent from Samsung has surfaced in which we see a drone designed to look somewhat like a Frisbee. The drone, at least per the patent’s illustrations, feature a circular design with a couple feet on the underside and an open grille on the top, a rotor presumably hidden within. Unlike most other drones, this one resembles a small UFO or a flying food dehydrator tray. Continue reading
The Hisar-O medium altitude air defense system developed by Turkish defense contractors Roketsan and Aselsan completed its first test launch with 100 percent success in the central province of Aksaray. Continue reading
Over 2.5 million drones are expected to enter US skies this year, many of them requiring repairs after operational use. Unmanned Systems and Solutions (USAS) has opened their 120,000 square foot professional drone repair facility capable of quickly repairing drones from most major manufacturers. In partnership with a 36-year-old telecommunications and technology repair business, USAS can receive, evaluate, and repair drones with its team of American based, highly experienced technicians. Continue reading
SPH Engineering presents a ready-to-fly tethered drone system – AirMast. Compared to some conventional mast systems AirMast is easy and quickly deployable mean to bring up sensors in the sky, not requiring operators specific technical knowledge. Continue reading