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The Japan Standards Association (JSA) has announced the issuance of a Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) for drone service providers to define the processes and requirements necessary to ensure a certain level of quality in the services they provide. Continue reading
On October 25th. the Elevating Health Care Access project hosted a live demonstration of the cutting-edge Kite B drone: a vehicle that can safely and quickly deliver lifesaving medications to rural Virginia. This event introduced Tangier Island residents to the groundbreaking project, which aims to improve health care access for hard-to-reach areas like theirs—where patients often endure delays due to transportation challenges. Continue reading
The U.S. Marines are testing a system for standard service rifles that automatically fine-tunes the point of aim with the help of a powered buttstock as a new option to help shoot down drones. The service is in the midst of a broad push to acquire new capabilities to help every Marine better protect themselves from ever-growing uncrewed aerial threats. Continue reading
In response to the escalating need for advanced counterdrone technologies across Europe, DroneShield an innovator in counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), has announced the expansion of its European footprint. To enhance its regional capabilities, DroneShield has strategically appointed a team of seasoned C-UAS professionals, establishing a strong presence in both Denmark and Germany, complementing and supporting its existing strong European network of in-country partners. Continue reading
A study by composites manufacturer Quickstep Technologies and RMIT University has concluded that braiding technology offers an opportunity to enhance the production rate of composite structures for eVTOL UAS applications. Continue reading
– Aerodata AG has announced that it has been granted a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for its advanced GPS Anti-Jamming and Anti-Spoofing solution. This certification applies to installations integrated with Garmin 5000 avionics in a Cessna Citation Latitude jet. Continue reading
– DELAIR has announced the acquisition of Grenoble-based drone manufacturer SQUADRONE SYSTEM, a specialist in drone swarms and industrial inspection. The Toulouse drone manufacturer confirms its dual development strategy (civil & defense) and accelerates the deployment of its technological roadmap. Continue reading
– EDGE, a global advanced technology and defence group, and Baykar, Turkey’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and artificial intelligence technology company, have signed a Cooperation Agreement at SAHA Expo 2024. Formalised by Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and CEO of EDGE, and Haluk Bayraktar, CEO of Baykar, during the event, this agreement establishes a framework to strengthen ties, enhance capabilities, and expand market presence for both companies. Continue reading