China Debuts Its “Monster” Cargo Drone
Another next-generation cargo drone– China’s TB-OD, manufactured by Tengden – is about to make its appearance on the world scene. The monster drone, dubbed the “Scorpion,” is powered by…
With the “Hydrus,” Even Drone Hobbyists Can Explore the Ocean’s Depths
Are underwater drones really as versatile as their aerial counterparts? Operating in the world’s oceans and lakes pose special challenges for all remotely piloted vehicles. At lower depths, navigation by…
India Wants to Become a Global Drone “Hub” by 2030
The world’s second most populous nation has ambitions of becoming a global drone hub by the year 2030, according to a news report circulating on YouTube. India’s drone market, estimated…
World’s First Cargo Drone Airliner Could be a “Game-Changer”
U.S. retailers like Amazon and Walmart have received the lion’s share of media attention when it comes to the topic of remote aerial package delivery via drone. Both companies…
As UAV’s Fill the Skies, Drone Hunters Are Becoming More Prevalent
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) display an ever-expanding range of capabilities that can speed the pace of industry and help safeguard government installations. But as their value increases, so, too, does…
Beverly Hills’ New Cop on the Beat Is A Drone
Add Beverly Hills to the growing number of law enforcement agencies in California and nationwide that can boast of significant reductions in crime since purchasing their first drone. The city’s…
Drone “Mermaids”? Not Just an Underwater Fantasy
It’s well known that drones can boldly go where humans cannot. But they rarely look like humans when they do. One exception: The drone “mermaid.” First unveiled back in 2016,…
When Hospitals Need an Organ Transplant, Should They Call For a Drone?
Drones offer many technological and logistical advantages over fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, in a variety of settings. but when it comes to transporting freshly harvested human organs, the most important…
Public Uninformed But Divided Over Drones, Survey Finds
What does the U.S. public think about the burgeoning drone industry? It depends on who you talk to, according to a research study published earlier this year. The study’s findings,…
Underwater Drones Are Fueling the Search for Sunken Vessels
The United Nations estimates that three million shipwrecks litter the ocean floor. Some of the most sought after vessels are ships thought to contain sunken treasure. Finding them – and…