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The NYPD plans to cast a wide net when it comes to protecting the Big Apple against nefarious drone operators. The city is in talks with Maryland-based American Robotics to buy technology that can detect, track and intercept “hostile drones,” Deputy Mayor of Public Safety Kaz Daughtry told The Post. Continue reading
A new task group has been formed by ASTM International to create safety standards for drone show operations, focusing on technical requirements, procedures, and risk management. Continue reading
Renault has taken the wraps off the new Vision 4Rescue concept. It’s based on the Renault 4 E-Tech and features a drone that can be deployed from a roof-mounted storage box. Continue reading
– Stark Flight, a provider of agricultural drone technology, has announced the launch of its advanced drone platform, designed to transform modern farming with unparalleled precision, cost savings, and environmental benefits. This innovative solution empowers farmers, agribusinesses, and researchers to optimize crop management, reduce operational costs, and promote sustainable practices in an era of increasing agricultural demands. Continue reading
– Cambridge Pixel has announced its recent collaboration with OpenWorks Engineering, renowned for innovative optical systems and counter-UAS technology. The partnership combines OpenWorks’ advanced optical tracking system, Vision Flex, with its radar processing software and system engineering expertise to deliver tailored counter-drone systems that meet the operational needs of multiple European police forces. Continue reading
–Skyways, a designer and manufacturer of long-range autonomous unmanned cargo aircraft systems, announced that it has received an award for a total amount of $37 million from the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) AFWERX to transition its existing V3 aircraft from prototype to full-rate production. Continue reading
The National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) is a federal laboratory within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate. Continue reading
Walmart is taking convenience to new heights — and new speeds — with the expansion of its drone delivery service. Now, millions of customers in Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando and Tampa will enjoy the convenience of receiving their orders in just minutes — making Walmart the first retailer to scale drone delivery across five states: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Texas. Continue reading