In many cases, technology developed for, and used by, the military crosses over successfully into the commercial sector. This month on the Dawn of Drones podcast, we focus on such crossover tech, thanks to our sponsor, Kongsberg Geospatial.

Come join the AUVSI Georgia Chapter for our in-person Fall meeting on December 8, 2023, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners. We will have a number of special guest. Everyone is welcome to attend. The chapter has been growing fast and there will be plenty of opportunities to advocate, connect and educate with our chapter members. Curiosity Lab is located in a 500-acre Technology Park with a three-mile public autonomous and advanced vehicle roadway leveraging cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technologies. Additional infrastructure includes dedicated fiber, intelligent traffic cameras and traffic signals, smart streetlights, and a 25,000 square foot innovation center, where startups and corporate innovators create the future together.

Date/Time: Thursday, January 11 at 1:30 – 2:30 pm ET Webinar Description: Join us for an overview of the benefits of being an AUVSI member, including the opportunity to save money on shipping expenses! Saving money on shipping expenses for your business is more important than ever in this challenging economy. You have options and decisions to make when it comes to shipping to receive the best value and savings. PartnerShip, AUVSI’s endorsed shipping provider, will explore cost-saving tips that members can use to save more amid rising rates. Here's your chance to learn how to get the most out of this free member benefit, and what you can do to lower your small package shipping expenses.

Yulia Druzhnikova, Co-founder and Director of Global Expansion at FIXAR, joins Dawn this week, as we continue an amazing month dedicated to “Future of Flight” and sponsored by Titan Aviation.  FIXAR stands as a leading developer of both software and aircraft design, propelling the forefront of autonomous UAVs tailored for industrial applications. Its distinctiveness lies in its patented drone design, which streamlines complexity for heightened reliability. Anchored in a set of core values that celebrate a safety-driven culture, flexibility without complication, and a dedication to knowledge-sharing within the commercial drone and UAV industry, FIXAR stands as an embodiment of progress and innovation in the field.