A group of engineering professors and college students have come up with a 3D-printed UAS for the U.S. Department of Defense. The research group at the University of Virginia is led by David Sheffler, a lecturer in the university’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Continue reading
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Manufacturer Plans 1,000 Riot Control UAS a Month
Specialist surveillance company Desert Wolf is seeking to establish manufacturing facilities that can build at least a thousand Skunk unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) a month, in response to massive demand for the riot control vehicle, which is being developed into a whole family that can be used for a variety of duties, such as search and rescue, surveillance, LIDAR scanning and lifeguard.
German May Provide UAS to Monitor Ukraine Cease-Fire
The German army is assessing whether to provide drones for the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe to monitor the fragile cease-fire in Eastern Ukraine, the German defence ministry said Tuesday. The German Defence Ministry has sent a team to southeastern Ukraine. France is also considering sending UAS. Continue reading
Singapore Bans UAS Flights Near Formula 1 Grand Prix
There will be restrictions on the flying of unmanned aircraft during the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) said on Tuesday (Sep 16). Continue reading
First Unmanned QF-16 Viper Downed Over Gulf of Mexico
The US Air Force’s newest aerial target took a major step toward preparing warfighters downrange with a realistic 4th generation replication of what they may face on the battlefield. The first unmanned QF-16 Viper struck down over the Gulf of Mexico Sept. 5 was part of a joint effort between the Test and Training Division at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., and the 82nd Aerial Target Squadron at Tyndall.
3D Robotics Announces Partnership with Intel
3D Robotics announced that it has partnered with Intel in the development of Edison, a new microcomputer that basically gives you PC power in postage stamp size, at an almost universally accessible price. The company has worked closely and for a long time with Intel on this project because the combination of Edison’s incredible power and affordability will lead to truly revolutionary advancements for our company, and for the Internet of Things in general. Continue reading
Drone Zone Debuts at Reno Air Races
Thousands of people enjoyed day three of the National Championship Air Races Friday. This year, a new event is becoming a popular attraction. The Drone Zone is a small unmanned aerial system challenge, or better known as a drone challenge. Organizers said the event is a fun way to educate and let people see what this new technology can do. Continue reading
UAS Examine Quake Damage in Napa valley
Researchers from UC San Diego’s structural engineering department are using drones to capture unique views of the earthquake damage to Napa’s historic landmarks. Continue reading