DJI (Dajiang Innovation Technology Co., Ltd) in Shenzhen, China, will be releasing the 2nd generation Way-Point based on Ace One platform later this month.
SharkFin Free Mission Management and Control Software for “Point-N-Click” 3-D and Real-Time Management of Multiple UAS and Payloads
AME Unmanned Air Systems has announced the release of SharkFin Basic UAS mission planning software. SharkFin Basic is a STANAG 4586 compliant, multi-vehicle, Core UAS Control System, which also gives full UAS three-dimensional situational awareness.
TiaLinx Launches Phoenix50-H Quadrotor with Sense Through The Roof Detector
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TiaLinx, Inc. has announced the launch of the Phoenix50-H. The quad coaxial mini-copter system is capable of performing multiple functions such as detecting movement or breathing of a hiding person in a compound from a sloped roof.
Phantom Eye Being Assembled at NASA Dryden
Phantom Eye being assembled at NASA Dryden, minus engines. The engines are undergoing testing at another facility. First flight is expected in early August, said Boeing.
Pentagon Review to Align UAS with National Airspace Integration Plan
US Deputy Defence Secretary William Lynn has launched a review of the Pentagon’s unmanned aircraft programmes to determine whether their requirements to operate in the national airspace are clearly defined and consistent with the department’s new airspace integration plan.
CybAero and Astrium Letter of Intent for Automatic Take-off and Landing Positioning Solution
CybAero AB, Sweden, and Astrium Satellites, part of the aerospace group EADS, have launched a partnership in the field of precise near-field navigation for automated UAS landing operations.
Mumbai Police Drop Plans to use UAS for Traffic Surveillance
Despite seeking permission from the state government last year for procuring an unmanned aircraft for surveillance of traffic in the metropolis, the Mumbai Police has now backed out saying they do not want the system as of now, as its maintenance is difficult.
PhoneDrone Board for Android from DIY Drones
DIY Drones has been working with Google on an Android-compatible RC interface board. They call it the “PhoneDrone board for Android”, and it’s a way to connect any Android device (2.3.4 or higher) to the world of RC and UAS.