Tag Archives: Drones

As part of its efforts to safely integrate drones into US air space, the Federal Aviation Administration last month proposed a new rule that would require Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to be identifiable remotely. To understand why such a rule is needed, one only has to look to the sky …

socastcmsRssStartAnthony AlisocastcmsRssEnd iStock(DENVER) — In the latest bid to solve the question of mysterious drone sightings vexing authorities in northeastern Colorado, a state surveillance airplane loaded with sophisticated cameras and sensors was launched Monday evening. However, it did not detect any suspicious drone activity Monday despite a five hour-flight over …

Technology touches most facets of life these days. From making everyday home appliances “smart” to robot vacuum cleaners handling tedious chores, tech has definitely made things better. It’s even changing the world of toys. Instead of children finding a boring old doll under the Christmas tree, there’s a good chance …

There’s apparently a new night flight happening in eastern Colorado and western Nebraska and it’s got residents spooked. Swarms of drones have been spotted flying at night in the region, yet officials know nothing about who is behind the flights. Time magazine reported that the flights have residents spooked, sheriffs in …

FRAMINGHAM, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan 2, 2020– Worldwide spending on robotics systems and drones will be $128.7 billion in 2020, an increase of 17.1% over 2019, according to a new update to the International Data Corporation ( IDC ) Worldwide Robotics and Drones Spending Guide. By 2023, IDC expects this spending will …

As cyber-attacks become more sophisticated not only are computer systems increasingly vulnerable, but so too are more advanced forms of automation. The world of robotics is developing fast, including a new generation of robotic vehicles and drones. The new research demonstrates that alternative safeguards are required in order to minimize …

High in the sky, far above undulating hills flooded with bright yellow gorse bushes, a small black dot zips back and forth. It flies first one way, then back the other in a matrix formation, taking dozens of pictures of the ground below. “A drone takes a twentieth of the …

The FAA has released a proposed rule that would require unmanned aerial systems (UAS) — commonly known as drones — to be identifiable remotely. “Remote ID technologies will enhance safety and security by allowing the FAA, law enforcement, and federal security agencies to identify drones flying in their jurisdiction,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary …

David Chadwell and a team of geophysicists have created a drone that is capable of detecting earthquakes within a subduction zone — something that current technology has a hard time achieving.The new drones will replace ships that are capable of tracking acoustic beacons along the seafloor, which in turn can …

Emma Okonji and Ngozi Jibulu The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has met with stakeholders, including the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), to hamonise the proposed regulation and use of drones in Nigeria. The NCC is considering the use of 2.4 GHz …