DroneDeploy has launched a single platform for all UAS operations.
The new product release includes several features, including: Drone Operations Management; Workflow Integrations; Inspection with Manual Flight; Drone Academy and Earthworks. A thorough analysis of the new features can be found here.
“Today's product launch is a reflection of the demand from our customers for a complete enterprise-grade drone operating system,” says DroneDeploy chief executive officer and co-founder Mike Winn.
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Consortium tests using UAS to deliver temperature-dependent medicines and vaccines to hard-to-reach locations
A consortium made up of AT&T, Direct Relief, Merck and Softbox has completed a program that tested the potential of using UAS to deliver
Delair's subscription program gives customers access to its Delair UX11 family of UAS
Delair has announced its new subscription program called Delair Takeoff, which allows customers to access the company’s Delair UX11 family of UAS, as well as the company’s cloud-based data management platform, delair.ai.
Airobotics unveils new highly drone-stabilized payload
During ADS’ 2019 Warrior Expo East, Airobotics unveiled Trion, its highly drone-stabilized payload for inspection and security applications.
The first in-house developed and manufactured sensor for the market by Airobotics, Trion is available both with and independent of the company’s automated UAS hardware and data insights platform.
Described as a “high-definition, Electro-Optical and InfraRed gyro-stabilized” payload, Trion weighs less than 1.2 kilograms and is small in dimension. According to Airobotics, Trion “pushes the limits” on the existing and competing capabilities of today’s stabilized payloads, as it is equipped with a “unique set” of advanced capabilities for object identification, real-time tracking and comprehensive data harvesting.
EMILY USV saves four swimmers at Oregon beach
The Emergency Integrated Lifesaving Lanyard (EMILY) USV was recently used to rescue four swimmers from the ocean at Rockaway Beach in Oregon, according to KGW.com.
After training with the USV for about a year, the Rockaway Fire Department deployed EMILY for the first time on Monday, July 8, to save two young boys and their family members that tried to rescue them.
Driverless shuttle unveiled in Newcastle, Australia
The city of Newcastle, Australia has unveiled its new driverless shuttle.
Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes revealed the vehicle for the first time at Keolis Downer’s Hamilton depot. Exhaustive safety testing will soon begin at this location, and once testing is complete, passengers will be able to experience the vehicle along the harbour foreshore.
“This is a major milestone for the city’s smart city journey, and I look forward to working with Transport for NSW and partners Keolis Downer on this unique opportunity to make the future of automated transport in Newcastle a reality as we transform the city into a living lab,” Councillor Nelmes says.
Victoria Police establishes Drone Unit
Australia’s Victoria Police has established a new Drone Unit, which will provide the agency with the ability to use UAS for various tasks across the state.
The central point for the agency’s UAS services will be the police aviation unit of the Victoria Police, the Police Air Wing. Police Air Wing will manage the UAS, and provide training to other units.
The Drone Unit will look to “progressively” train officers from specialist units like the Operations Response Unit, as well as the Search and Rescue unit. The Drone Unit will also train regional officers so that they can provide their own localized basic UAS services.
Navy declares initial operational capability of MQ-8C Fire Scout
The U.S. Navy has declared initial operational capability of the MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned helicopter, which clears the way for fleet operations and training.
A sea-based, vertical lift UAS, the MQ-8C Fire Scout is designed to provide ground, air and sea forces with reconnaissance, situational awareness, and precision targeting support.
“This milestone is a culmination of several years of hard work and dedication from our joint government and industry team,” says Capt. Eric Soderberg, Fire Scout program manager.
“We are excited to get this enhanced capability out to the fleet.”
Autonomous shuttle begins pilot phase in Crozet, Virginia
The pilot phase of Virginia's first public autonomous shuttle service has begun in Crozet, Virginia, according to Perrone Robotics Inc., JAUNT Inc., and Albemarle County, Virginia.
Known as Autonomous Vehicle, Neighborhood Use (AVNU), the shuttle service features a Polaris GEM vehicle equipped with Perrone Robotics' TO Navigate You (TONY) autonomous shuttle technology.
Equipped with perception and guidance capabilities, the Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) shuttle will have a safety driver onboard, but it will operate fully autonomously as it drives through county neighborhoods and downtown areas on public roads, navigating vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Woolpert receives approval from PennDOT to use UAS for state projects
International architecture, engineering and geospatial (AEG) firm Woolpert has become the first provider to receive approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to use UAS for state projects.
On July 2, Woolpert had surveying, mapping and geospatial professionals complete PennDOT's UAS training, which is part of the agency’s certification process. UAS operators are also required to obtain a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate through the FAA.
