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Ukrainian nonprofit drone maker Wild Hornets has released footage of its STING drone undergoing high-speed testing, hitting impressive speeds and altitudes. In the video, the STING drone briefly reaches just over 127 mph [204 km/h] at an altitude of 1,400 feet [426 meters]—a striking performance for an interceptor drone. Continue reading
Russian troops have set up a 2km (1.24 mile) mesh netting “tunnel” on a road linking Bakhmut and Chasiv Yar in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine. The mesh netting is designed to protect Russian logistics against first-person view (FPV) drones that have become a ubiquitous attack weapon for both sides. The move comes as Russian forces are launching another major push against the town of Chasiv Yar. Continue reading
– Patria expanded its unmanned systems offering in the summer of 2024 by acquiring company Nordic Drones, a Finnish leading drone pilot trainer and manufacturer of drones designed for professional use. The acquisition is a milestone in promoting the export opportunities of the Finnish defense industry. Continue reading
Drones and the rapid development of related technologies will have a revolutionary impact on society as a whole. The strategy drawn up by key players in the Finnish drone industry defines the guidelines for the near future of Finnish drone operations from the perspective of national defense and accelerating economic growth. Continue reading
Finnish technology company Insta Group Oy has secured mass-scale production for thousands of its Steel Eagle Extended Range (ER) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) per month, announced Teemu Sainio, director of communications at Insta. Continue reading
The fiery eruptions of Kilauea in Hawaii, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, offer not just a mesmerizing natural spectacle, but also an exceptional opportunity for scientists to employ groundbreaking technologies in volcano monitoring. With new advancements, the face of volcanic observation is changing dramatically. Continue reading
– NASA is collaborating with the wildfire community to provide tools for some of the most challenging aspects of firefighting – particularly aerial nighttime operations. Continue reading
Iran has inaugurated its first drone-carrier warship, saying the vessel is capable of operating in oceans far from its mainland, the official IRNA news agency reported. The report said the vessel, manned by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard’s navy, can carry several squadrons of drones as well as helicopters and cruise missiles. Named Shahid Bagheri, it’s capable of launching cruise missiles. Continue reading