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Teaching a drone to fly without a vertical rudder
- Most airplanes use vertical tails or rudders to prevent Dutch roll instabilities.
- The B-2 stealth bomber uses drag flaps positioned at the tips of its wings to stabilize the aircraft.
- Birds use lift instead of drag to overcome Dutch roll instabilities in their flight.
- A study led by David Lentink aims to understand birds' rudderless flight mechanics.
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Drones Providing a New Level of Security at Mar-a-Lago for President Elect Trump
- The Secret Service is turning to drone technology to tighten security around Mar-a-Lago, where President Trump resides.
- After two assassination attempts on Trump's life, security measures have been increased.
- The first commercially available robot from Boston Dynamics, Spot, is now patrolling the estate's grounds.
- The integration of drones and robotic systems into presidential security offers enhanced surveillance and response capabilities.
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Emergency Flotation Devices on Drones: This Episode of the Drone Radio Show Podcast!
- The Drone Radio Show Podcast episode discusses emergency flotation devices on drones and their role in saving lives.
- Omada Group is working on innovative solutions for first responders, especially in water-based search and rescue operations.
- The company collaborates with agencies to establish standards for UAV operators deploying emergency flotation devices.
- The episode highlights a successful rescue mission by a drone that dropped a self-inflating rescue pod to save two swimmers off the coast of Australia.
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Elistair and ARX Robotics Partner to Advance Military ISR Solutions
- French drone developer Elistair and German defense developer ARX Robotics have successfully collaborated to provide an advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) solution.
- The combined solution was recently trialled in an Experimentation Series organized by the German Army to evaluate the performance of unmanned systems.
- Elistair's KHRONOS DroneBox, paired with ARX Robotics' GEREON RCS Unmanned Ground Vehicle, extends the long-range surveillance capability and optimizes situational awareness.
- The collaboration aims to enhance the effectiveness of drone-based surveillance operations and minimize soldiers' exposure to threats.
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Orlando World Center Marriott to host free drone show this winter
- The Orlando World Center Marriott hotel is introducing a new hotel amenity this Christmas with their holiday drone show. Between December 25th and December 30th, 2024 a drone show featuring 200 synchronized drones lighting up the night sky above the resort’s Falls Pool will be displayed. The Orlando World Center Marriott is the first hotel in Orlando to introduce this holiday experience. Guests can watch the show from the Falls Pool area, a Holiday Drone View Room, or by dining on site. The drones used for the displays come from UVify, which makes the IFO drone.
- The IFO drones cost $1,585, so the total cost of the display will exceed $300,000. Other festivities happening over Christmas at this hotel include, Silent Night Disco Bash, Secret Ugly Sweater Bar, and Cookie and Gingerbread Decorating. The Orlando World Center Marriott is recommending early booking for guests who want to be part of the action. Marriott Bonvoy members can use their points to pay for the stay at the hotel.
- The Orlando World Center Marriott has said there will be more drone shows in the future so customers can keep their eyes open. The video equipment company, 3D Aerial Solutions, has recently completed an aerial survey of 118 acres of prime real estate owned by a developer near Disney World.
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Marc Andreessen is hopping on the Musk bandwagon and slamming manned fighter jets, saying there won't be 'spam in the can' if pilots aren't in the plane
- Tech executive Marc Andreessen praises AI-controlled jets as superior to manned fighter jets.
- The absence of human pilots allows for greater speed and agility in maneuvering.
- Andreessen's comments align with Elon Musk's view that crewed fighter jets are inefficient compared to drones.
- The tech industry, including figures like Eric Schmidt and Y Combinator, has shown interest in disrupting the defense sector.
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Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
- The upcoming Public Safety Drone Review will reflect on the top stories and key issues that shaped the public safety drone landscape in 2024.
- The discussion will highlight the trends, challenges, and milestones that defined the year in drones for public safety professionals.
- Topics covered include impactful drone-related incidents and innovations, the role of drones in emergency response and disaster management, emerging trends and technologies in public safety drone use, and challenges faced by public safety agencies in integrating drones.
- Register for the free live event to stay informed and engaged in the progress and challenges of public safety drone use.
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Dronesgiving: Gobble Up These Black Friday Drone Deals!
- Drones have seen steep discounts on UAVs ranging from pro-ready cameras to smaller models that can be used by a child to learn how to fly.
- Pierce Aerospace B1 Remote ID Beacon for $20 off with code TURKEYDROP24 at checkout is a great tool for older drones which may need an external beacon to ensure compliance while flying.
- Holy Stone HS175D is available for a 32% discount on Amazon. It features a 4K EIS camera, sub-250G fly weight saving owners from FAA registration, and a maximum range of over 1000 feet.
- Holy Stone HS600 is a fully RemoteID compliant drone with built-in receiver; available for 30% off, and features direct control of the drone, 4K EIS camera, and stabilizing gimbals.
- Potensic Atom SE Quadcopter is a sub-250g lightweight drone with a high-quality 4K camera. It offers a long potential flight time and intuitive controls from a smartphone, now available for 23% off.
- The Holy Stone Mini Drone is perfect for kids with a fully functional flying drone available for $40 only on Amazon.
- DJI Mini 4K is a tiny drone, sub-250g, and features great camera quality and wind resistance for its size. It is available at 20% off, bringing it to $239 on DJI’s website.
- Autel EVO II Pro 6K Enterprise Bundle V3 is a high-end drone with all sorts of features such as 20MP 1″ CMOS sensor capable of 6k Ultra HD Videos. It is available for 28% off on Autel Robotics website.
- Overall, this year's Black Friday deals are perfect for anyone looking to buy a drone. From kid-friendly quadcopters to enterprise-ready UAVs, there are options for everyone.
- Note: This is not a review, and the recommendations made by DRONELIFE do not endorse or recommend any specific product.
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Sphere Drones, Aptella Deliver Game-Changing HubX: Off-Grid BVLOS Drone Solution for Industry Operations
- Australian drone technology company Sphere Drones has delivered HubX, a trailer-mounted, fully integrated, off grid BVLOS-capable drone deployment solution, to their distribution partner Aptella.
- HubX offers automation, safety, and efficiency for mining, construction, and emergency services in Australia.
- The delivery represents over two years of development and extensive testing across 25,000 kilometers (almost 10,000 miles) of red dirt desert.
- HubX enables continuous drone operations, reduces risk, improves efficiency, and allows 24/7 operations with significant productivity gains.
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Moonrock Drone Insurance Expands Coverage to Hobby Pilots with Hiscox Partnership
- Moonrock Drone Insurance has partnered with Hiscox to offer insurance coverage for hobbyist and recreational drone pilots.
- The policy covers drone equipment up to £15,000 and includes public liability insurance of up to £1,000,000.
- Claims will be managed by a dedicated Hiscox team to ensure a smooth customer experience.
- Moonrock aims to provide comprehensive and affordable coverage for hobby pilots and contribute to the professionalization of the drone industry.
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How Taxidermy Drones Are Redefining Wildlife Research
- Dr. Mostafa Hassanalian, an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at New Mexico Tech, is designing drones inspired by nature.
- He uses materials taken from real specimens, including taxidermied birds and bird parts, to build these drones.
- The drones are designed to observe and collect data in natural ecosystems, without scaring away wildlife.
- The goal is to develop safe and eco-friendly platforms for wildlife monitoring and environmental observation.
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New ultra-fast lithium-sulfur batteries could revolutionize EVs and drones
- Engineers at Monash University have developed an ultra-fast charging lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery that could revolutionize the future of electric vehicles, drones, and electric planes.
- The Li-S batteries have double the energy density of conventional lithium-ion batteries, making them lighter, cheaper, and more powerful.
- The breakthrough solves the slow charging speed issue of Li-S batteries, making them practical for industries like aviation and maritime.
- These batteries are safer, store more energy, and use greener materials, positioning Australia to lead in the growing high-performance battery industry.
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The Drone Girl
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Busy London airspace now home to medical drones flying over people (and historic landmarks)
- The implementation of a medical drone service between Guy's Hospital and St. Thomas' Hospital in London by Wing, Apian, and the NHS has brought on-demand medical drone delivery service to one of Europe's busiest and most complicated air spaces.
- The two facilities are less than two miles apart, but it can take 30 minutes or more for blood samples to be transported between them on a motorbike or van through the busy London traffic.
- With this medical drone delivery service, it can now be done in under three minutes, which can save lives for patients waiting to undergo surgery or facing complications.
- Navigating drones in dense, historic airspace is a difficult task. In London's case, NATS handles the air traffic management through a public-private partnership in a regulated and restricted airspace.
- The possibility of safely integrating drone deliveries even over populated areas is a major step toward urban air mobility.
- For now, only 10 on-demand medical deliveries are allowed per day which is less compared to other Wing's operations with Walmart where multiple drone deliveries per hour are made.
- The project is currently a trial running for six months and if it proves to be successful, it has the potential to become a model for drone delivery of other medical supplies, not just within London but across the NHS
- Apian, a healthcare logistics start-up founded by NHS doctors, has already trialed similar drone deliveries in rural areas.
- The implementation of this drone delivery service could lead to an NHS-wide drone network that would make healthcare deliveries as seamless and immediate as ordering from a favorite delivery app.
- Currently, the drones are used to transport blood samples, but as the drone network grows there is potential to use drones for blood, PPE, or medication delivery in a more automated and scalable way. As the economy becomes increasingly service-based, this marks a major shift in how drone services will transform urban infrastructure
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Elon Musk says human-piloted fighter jets like the F-35 are obsolete. Drone tech can't yet fill the gap.
- Elon Musk called crewed fighters like the F-35 obsolete in the drone era.
- Small, cheap drones are transforming land warfare. But for military assets like the F-35, drones are still too slow and lack sufficient payload and range to be sufficient.
- The US military's priority Indo-Pacific theater requires a fast, low-observable, and maneuverable platform that can carry advanced sensors and stand-off weaponry over great distances through potentially contested airspace.
- The US is actively developing new semi-autonomous and artificial intelligence-driven aircraft, from pilotless F-16s to collaborative combat aircraft.
- Some former pilots and warfighting analysts recommend combining drones and crewed fighter aircraft to create the most effective and efficient tactics.
- The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter is not only a US military aircraft but is also used by other countries for its many capabilities. There are still advantages to human pilots such as their flexibility and decision-making abilities.
- For the US military, having a combination of crewed and uncrewed systems enhances national security and is the best approach for improving airpower capabilities.
- As of now, drones cannot replace top-dollar weapons like the F-35. Existing remotely controlled systems only meet some demands, are expensive, and vulnerable to electronic warfare and surface-to-air threats.
- Although drones are changing war in unforeseen ways, experts suggest replacement might not be necessary, and a mix of both crewed and uncrewed systems is still needed.
- The fight is not crewed or uncrewed. It is figuring out how to integrate and combine both that brings the biggest leap ahead in warfighting capabilities and capacity. This combination is the secret to success.
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How Drone Deer Recovery is Changing Hunting and Wildlife Management
- Michael Yoder, a former tree maintenance business owner, started using a drone with a thermal camera to locate deer while hunting.
- Encouraged by the positive response at a sports show, he launched his business, Drone Deer Recovery, offering drone-assisted deer recovery services.
- Drone Deer Recovery gained popularity, expanded nationwide, and now has 26 licensed drone pilots operating in 15 states.
- The use of drones in wildlife management, such as tracking deer populations and locating wounded deer, has the potential to shape sustainable hunting practices and ecosystem conservation.
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