Engineering & Design

September 18, 2017

Strong demand leads DroneDefender makers to release new version

BY Luke GeiverAfter selling more than 300 units of a counter-drone device originally designed to be a prototype only, Battelle has announced a new version of its DroneDefender system. READ MORE

September 13, 2017

Honeywell UAV experts explain new collaboration with Intel

BY Luke GeiverEnd-user clients looking for unmanned aircraft systems-services will most likely recognize the UAS-world's newest duo of big-name collaborators: Intel and Honeywell. Learn why they are working together and what they have to offer. READ MORE

September 13, 2017

Drones help restore power in Jacksonville after Hurricane Irma

BY Patrick C. MillerDrone operator SkySkopes and eSmart Systems were quickly on the scene in Jacksonville, Florida, after Hurricane Irma to help safely restore power to thousands of customers. The use of UAS for disaster response is likely to be an ongoing trend. READ MORE

September 13, 2017

Avitas, NVIDIA team up for high-tech UAS inspections

BY Patrick C. MillerAvitas Systems and NVIDIA have partnered to take industrial inspection using drones and other robotics to a new level. Artificial intelligence, deep learning and super-computing power in the field can not only find problems, but also predict them. READ MORE

September 13, 2017

FlightWave, Intelligent Energy introduce fuel cell-powered drone

BY Patrick C. MillerIn partnership with Intelligent Energy, FlightWave Aerospace Systems is launching its second new unmanned aircraft system in less than a month. The Jupiter-H2 aircraft runs on a 650W fuel cell, providing longer endurance and greater payload capacity. READ MORE

September 13, 2017

Atlas Dynamics releases drone charging station for longer flights

BY Atlas Dynamics Atlas Dynamics, a leading provider of drone-based solutions for the professional user, has released its new Atlas NEST smart protective charging station for autonomous BVLOS operation. READ MORE

September 08, 2017

Industry experts, major companies featured at Arizona UAS Summit

BY John NelsonFocused on both small and large unmanned aircraft systems, the 2nd Annual Arizona UAS Summit & Expo will reveal how Arizona and surrounding southwestern states are leading in the commercialization of UAVs. The event will be held in Mesa Nov. 6-8. READ MORE

August 30, 2017

General Atomics CEO outlines plans for new ND facility

BY Patrick C. MillerGeneral Atomics last week dedicated a new UAS training center in North Dakota that's already trained 55 air crews. Company CEO Linden Blue said the facility will also serve as a test center for sensors, satellite communications and other technology. READ MORE

August 30, 2017

Northrop Grumman expansion brings jobs to Grand Sky facility

BY Patrick C. MillerNorthrop Grumman last week began construction on a new 35,000-square-foot hanger with space to house two Global Hawks at its Grand Sky facility in North Dakota. The company expects to have 100 employees working at the facility by year's end. READ MORE