Summary and Key Points: General Atomics has introduced the Gambit 5, a new drone specifically designed for aircraft carrier operations. Part of the Gambit family, which includes drones tailored for various missions like air combat and stealth reconnaissance, the Gambit 5 features reinforced landing gear and a tail hook for …
Read More »Japan and U.S. to develop anti-drone microwave weaponry
Tokyo and Washington will jointly develop a high-power microwave weapon to disable enemy drones. On July 16, the governments signed off on joint trials of high-energy microwaves against approaching drones and other ordnance. Tests will take place in North America. The data will then be shared by the United States …
Read More »Strengthen U.S. Drone Manufacturing Interview Inspired Fligh…
Located in San Luis Obispo, CA, Inspired Flight is a leading U.S. manufacturer of industrial drones. Inspired Flight excels at integrating multiple payloads and sensors and features a universal payload interface. It’s flexible platform is used in settings including critical infrastructure inspection, oil and gas, GIS mapping, military applications, specialized …
Read More »China revises drone export rules amid U.S., Western scrutiny
BEIJING (Reuters) — China will amend drone export controls from Sept. 1, including adding high-precision measurement equipment to the control list and adjusting standards for some unmanned aircraft components. The move comes amid intensified scrutiny from the U.S. and its allies over allegations that Beijing is supporting Russia’s war effort …
Read More »The U.S. Navy’s Struggle Against Yemen’s Drones
Yemen: The U.S. Navy faces an unprecedented challenge in its battle with the Yemeni military in the Red and Arabian Seas. Yemeni-made drones are repeatedly targeting U.S. forces, prompting the search for technology to neutralize these aerial threats. As the task becomes increasingly difficult, the United States is …
Read More »China drone maker DJI battles U.S. clampdown
Tech Latest by Nikkei Asia brings you the newest updates from Asia’s technology industry. In this episode, Jada Nagumo talks with U.S. correspondents Marrian Zhou and Yifan Yu, about Chinese tech company DJI, and how its drones have become a key tool for the U.S. police force despite Washington’s clampdown. …
Read More »DJI drone ban passes in U.S. House — ‘Countering CCP Drones …
The United States House of Representatives passed a ban on the future sale of DJI drones in the U.S. on Friday, making the DJI ban more likely than not. The “Countering CCP Drones Act” is part of the United States’ 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (FY25 NDAA), a major piece …
Read More »U.S. Marines MQ-9A Reaper Drones Deployed to the Philippines…
U.S. Marine Corps Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 3, Marine Aircraft Group 24, launches an MQ-9A on Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, June 21, 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Tofteroo). Chinese Coast Guard vessels have been ramming into Philippine vessels, damaging them, and firing high-power …
Read More »Forsyth County leads U.S. with drone delivery as AED takes f…
It delivers life-saving devices before first responders can get to emergency situations. FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. — It’s a first-of-its-kind program that is taking flight in the U.S. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office held a demonstration event today of their new AED drone. It delivers life-saving devices before first responders …
Read More »U.S. Coast Guard demonstrates how drones will be used to mon…
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 9:43PM U.S. Coast Guard demonstrates how drones will be used to monitor emergencies at the shore ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey (WPVI) — The U.S. Coast Guard is teaming up with local emergency agencies to prepare for a busy summer down the shore. A drone demonstration in …
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