DJI has introduced an improved version of its geofencing system in the latest update to the DJI GO app that controls its Phantom and Inspire aerial platforms. Continue reading
Category Archives: Non-Military & Commercial UAS
Measure and DJI Pair to Promote Economic Growth
Measure, a commercial operator of drones in the USA, and DJI have announced a partnership to pair UAV technology with operational experience so that commercial enterprise customers can achieve their most demanding business goals. Continue reading
US National Institute of Justice Issues RFI on UAS for Law Enforcement
The US NIJ is soliciting information on the operational use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in support of law enforcement. The focus of the study is on the use of UAS for crash scene reconstruction; however, information on alternative uses of UAS in law enforcement is also requested. Continue reading
Turkish National Police Deploys Bayraktar UAV
Added to the Turkish Armed Forces’ inventory in 2014, the Bayraktar TB2 Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) was put into service with the Turkish National Police. Consisting of three UAVs and ground control units, the first system was delivered in June following tests and approval procedures.
Property Drone Consortium Announces UAS Research Initiative
The Property Drone Consortium (PDC), a collaboration that consists of insurance carriers, roofing industry leaders and supporting enterprises is pleased to announce a new research initiative with Rochester Institute of Technology, a renowned world leader in imaging science.
Aerial Radiation Detection System
US Nuclear Corp has announced the Aerial Radiation Detection instruments of the DroneRAD system. In this time of multiple threats to our security: dirty bombs; cyber crime; shooters in public places; homemade bombs; misinformation; etc. we feel extremely vulnerable; perhaps more vulnerable than ever before. Continue reading
S. Korea and Israel to Jointly Develop Amphibious Drone
South Korea and Israel have agreed to jointly develop an amphibious drone as part of their cooperation in financing research and development projects, the trade ministry announced. Continue reading
Duke University uses Drones for Marine Research
David Johnston, assistant professor of the practice of marine conservation ecology at Duke University, is currently implementing drones to study coastal waterways.