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Originally launched in 2012 as part of Google’s X moonshot division, Wing began as an experimental drone project focused on last-mile delivery. Over time, it matured into a standalone company…
Roughly 71% of Earth’s surface is covered by water, yet much of it remains unexplored, especially its deeper regions, which average around 3,700 meters in depth but can range from…
In 1836, a 32-year-old trained blacksmith named John Deere moved to Grand Detour, IL, to avoid bankruptcy, where he set up a 1,378-square-foot shop. In his shop, John worked as…
During his travels around the world as a student, Akita, Japan-born Kōmei Sasaki brought along a drone to better capture the memories of each destination. This hands-on experience sparked a…
The United States is widely recognized as the nation that pioneered the modern use of drone technology. The U.S. first began experimenting with drones during World War I and continued…
The United States relies on a vast and aging network of sewage infrastructure to support its population and protect public health. With more than 800,000 miles of public sewer lines…
In 1991, two of Rick Smith’s friends were shot and killed in a road rage incident. By way of processing his grief, Rick became obsessed with finding non-lethal alternatives to…
The commercial drone industry began to take flight in 2014. By 2016, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) introduced Part 107, which established the regulatory framework for commercial drone operations and…
The coming of spring marks a time for renewal as nature begins to bloom. The season is also a time for major celebrations among many world religions, such as Easter…
Before an aircraft of any kind can be used operationally, it needs to be rigorously tested. One key area of testing involves how an aircraft handles adverse weather conditions. The…
