Ukrainian defense developer “Technari” has introduced a new reusable drone interceptor designed to neutralize Iranian-made Shahed drones used by Russia in its attacks on Ukraine. Continue reading
British Army Trials Drone Swarm-Based C-UAS System
British and American forces have trialled a revolutionary air-to-air counter-drone system for the first time as part of a new Ministry of Defence programme designed to get cutting-edge technology into the hands of soldiers. Continue reading
Ukrainian Battalion Uses Drone to Deliver E-Bike in Rare Frontline Rescue
The “Syla Svobody” (Force of Freedom) battalion of Ukraine’s National Guard “Rubizh” brigade recently completed a unique and challenging operation: using a heavy drone to deliver an electric bike to a wounded soldier trapped behind enemy lines. Continue reading
Teaching Drones to Fly Through Air Ducts
A new article published in npj Robotics addresses the challenge of flying small quadcopters in ventilation ducts with a maximum diameter of 35 cm. This research, conducted by a team of researchers from Inria, CNRS, the University of Lorraine, and Aix-Marseille University, opens up a new field of possibilities relating to the accessibility and inspection of confined environments. Continue reading
Bat-Inspired AI Gives Drones Ultrasonic Sight
Research supported by the U.S. Army has developed a synthetic echolocation system that blends biology-inspired engineering and artificial intelligence (AI). This new sensor system allows machines to “see” in complete darkness without cameras, radar, or LIDAR. Continue reading
China Shows V-BAT Knock-Off
China’s state-controlled media has announced the debut of a new domestically developed vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) tail-sitter drone, showcased during a mountainous plateau disaster relief drill in Sichuan Province. Continue reading
Antigravity – Integrated 360 Filming
– Insta360, a global supplier of 360 imaging and AI-powered content creation, has announced the launch of Antigravity, a new and independent drone brand incubated by Insta360 in collaboration with third parties. Antigravity redefines aerial exploration with intuitive controls, immersive 360 capture, and a design philosophy focused on creativity and ease of use. Continue reading
Draganfly Secures Strategic Military Order for Commander 3XL UAV Systems
– Draganfly Inc., an award-winning developer of drone solutions and systems developer, today announced the sale of Commander 3XL Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems to a globally recognized defense contractor specializing in persistent surveillance technologies for military operations. Continue reading