Israeli eVTOL Maker Sues DJI for Alleged Patent Infringement

 

Urban Aeronautics Alleges DJI’s High-End Drones Violate Emergency Landing Technology Patent by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Urban Aeronautics, an electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing vehicle manufacturer, is suing DJI, claiming the China-based drone giant improperly copied the Israel-based EVTOL company’s technology for safely bringing down a multi-rotor aircraft after one of the rotors fails. A patent lawsuit, […]

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Teledyne FLIR Selected for Red Cat’s Black Widow™: US Army SRR Program

 

Thermal imaging and AI software integrated into Red Cat’s Black Widow drone Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies, has been chosen by Red Cat Holdings, Inc., to provide thermal imaging and Artificial Intelligence (AI) embedded software for the Black Widow™ small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS). This selection comes as Red Cat secures the U.S. Army’s […]

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Carbonix Volanti Achieves Nationwide FAA BVLOS Approval: Pioneering Long-Range Fixed-Wing UAV Operations in the US

 

With FAA approval for Beyond Visual Line of Sight missions, Carbonix and ArgenTech Solutions bring advanced VTOL drone capabilities to industries demanding precision and endurance. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab In a first for the Australian fixed-wing VTOL space, drone developer Carbonix recently announced that their Volanti UAV has received permission to conduct […]

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Drone Show Creator by SPH Engineering: Revolutionizing Aerial Entertainment for Creatives Everywhere

 

Intuitive, All-in-One Software Empowers Beginners and Experts to Design Stunning Drone Choreography with Ease by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Latvian drone software company SPH Engineering recently announced a new product- Drone Show Creator, which allows beginners and professionals alike to quickly and easily put together impressive drone shows. By breaking down the technical […]

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Propeller Drones and Airwayz Collaborate on $7 Million IEC Contract for BVLOS Autonomous Flights

 

Partnership Brings AI-Driven UTM Technology to Electrical Infrastructure Inspections Propeller Drones has partnered with Airwayz to fulfill a $7 million contract with the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC). This project marks a milestone in BVLOS drone operations in Israel, enabling unmanned aircraft to conduct autonomous inspections of electrical infrastructure using pre-approved AI-managed routes. The collaboration is […]

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U.S. Army Selects Red Cat’s Teal Drones for Short Range Reconnaissance Program

 

New Contract Aims to Enhance Battlefield Capabilities Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT), through its subsidiary Teal Drones, has been selected as the production provider for the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record. This announcement follows a rigorous test and evaluation process conducted by the Army Project Management Office for Uncrewed Aircraft […]

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“A Great, Looming Concern”: Law Enforcement Pushes for Local Counter-Drone Authority

 

How drones used for criminal activity are driving bipartisan calls for expanded detection and mitigation powers. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Earlier this month, sheriff’s deputies in Marlboro County, S.C. arrested two men after recovering a large package of drugs and cellphones, which the men allegedly dropped from a drone flying above the Evans […]

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Rotor Technologies and AG-NAV Announce Partnership to Automate Aerial Applications with Sprayhawk Helicopter

 

Collaboration Brings Advanced Precision Technology to the World’s Largest Spray Drone Rotor Technologies, Inc. and AG-NAV Inc. have announced a collaboration to integrate AG-NAV’s precision navigation and flow control technology into Rotor’s Sprayhawk unmanned helicopter. The partnership aims to enhance precision and efficiency in aerial applications for agricultural operators. Introducing the Sprayhawk and AG-NAV Integration […]

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India Launches Major Initiative to Share Geospatial Information Across Sectors

 

Operation DRONAGIRI leverages drones and geospatial technology to improve decision-making and foster innovation. India has launched Operation DRONAGIRI, a groundbreaking pilot project under the National Geospatial Policy 2022. The initiative aims to enhance collaboration and innovation across industries by integrating geospatial data and technology. Sectors like agriculture, logistics, livelihoods, and transport are expected to benefit […]

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The Aerial Drone Competition Inspires Thousands of Students Nationwide

 

Hands-On Learning Prepares Future Innovators in Aerospace, Technology, and Robotics The 2024-2025 season of the Aerial Drone Competition has officially launched, engaging thousands of middle and high school students across the United States. Organized by the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF), the program encourages hands-on, team-based learning through drone-focused challenges. This year’s theme, Mission […]

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