Latvians have accomplished the world’s first human flight with the drone and jump at high altitude. On May 12, a 28-propeller drone built by Aerones has lifted a skydiver Ingus Augstkalns at a height of 330 metres, from where he accomplished the planned jump and landing with the parachute. Successful achievement shows the reliability and Read more about The world’s first human jump from the drone is accomplished[…]
The ways in which drone technology might be able to transform various industries have been detailed and discussed in many different contexts, but the sticking point in most of these conversations revolves around what it means to effectively leverage these tools. The connection between the technology and what professionals can and should be doing with Read more about UAV technology prepared for emergency response professionals[…]
H3 Dynamics unveils HYWINGS, a hand-launchable Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) capable of 10 hour flight durations and distances of up to 500km. At a total take off-weight of just 7kg, HYWINGS can cover larger areas of land faster, while removing the need for catapult launchers or runways typically required by larger, heavier and more expensive Read more about HYWINGS hydrogen fuel cell UAV is capable of 10 hour flights[…]
Drone2Map for ArcGIS, released today by Esri, turns raw still imagery from drones into professional 2D and 3D imagery products. The desktop app will mean that affordable imagery is available on demand for land analysis, infrastructure inspection, and monitoring events such as natural disasters and environmental changes. “Drones are an emerging technology with the potential Read more about Esri Releases Drone2Map for ArcGIS[…]