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SiFly Aviation has successfully raised $20 million in Series A funding to enhance the U.S. production of its long-endurance Q12 electric drone. The financing round was led by Shield Capital, with contributions from Qudit, BBK Capital, Alumni Ventures, and other investors. The funds will be utilized...
Doodle Labs, based in Marina del Rey, California, has launched its Nano² radio, designed to meet the demands of small unmanned aerial systems. Weighing just 48.3 grams, the Nano² features advanced 2×2 MIMO capabilities while maintaining a compact size, crucial for first-person-view drones used by mi...
SiFly Aviation has announced a successful $20 million Series A funding round led by Shield Capital, with participation from Qudit, BBK Capital, and Alumni Ventures. This financing aims to boost the manufacturing and customer delivery processes for SiFly's Q12 long-endurance electric aircraft. The s...
SwissDrones Operating AG and its subsidiary Xplorate Pacific announced on August 7 their expansion of a long-range drone inspection platform into the United States. This initiative aims to support energy, utility, and transportation operators in managing critical infrastructure such as pipelines and...
Russia is enhancing its long-range strike drone capabilities by constructing new launch infrastructure, including extended rails for larger Geran variants. This development indicates an increase in Russia's ability to deploy drones from various locations, posing a potential threat to NATO territorie...
The Air Force has initiated a research project to explore wireless power beaming for drones, led by Reach Power and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s NIMBUS Lab. This effort aims to enable unmanned aircraft to operate longer without needing battery swaps, enhancing their role in military communic...
At INTERGEO 2026, the focus has transitioned from individual drones to comprehensive geospatial workflows. Drones, once a standalone category, now integrate seamlessly with crewed aircraft, satellites, and ground systems, enhancing data collection methods. Eric Bogard, Vice President of Marketing at...
A small US surveillance drone was launched from the deck of a Navy warship in the South China Sea on Thursday, marking a significant move in the ongoing tensions between the United States and China. The operation aimed to enhance reconnaissance capabilities in a region where both nations have been a...
OMS Group (OMS) has announced significant progress in the Sea Acceptance Tests (SAT) for its long-range DriX O-16 Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), taking place off the southern coast of France. The ongoing tests are showcasing remarkable seakeeping abilities and promising initial results regarding the...
Cellula Robotics Ltd. and Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) have announced significant advancements in their joint efforts to develop long-endurance autonomous underwater vehicle technology. This progress is the result of several years of collaboration focused on enhancing practical und...
China is advancing its hydrogen fuel cell technology for drones, moving closer to commercial deployment. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of drone operations, addressing growing environmental concerns and the demand for cleaner energy sources. The development comes a...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has unveiled a long-awaited Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at regulating unauthorized drone operations over specific fixed-site facilities. This initiative represents a crucial advancement in the implementation of Section 2209 of the FAA Extensio...
Teledyne FLIR OEM, a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has introduced a new software solution called Prism C-UAS aimed at enhancing the detection and tracking of small, difficult-to-detect drones. Announced recently, this innovative software is designed to integrate seamlessly with exi...
ACUA Ocean has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with RS Aqua, a company focused on advancing ocean exploration and conservation through innovative technology and expertise. This partnership aims to enhance the discovery and understanding of marine environments, ultimately contributing to t...
Cranfield Aerospace Solutions (CAeS), a pioneering aerospace company based in the UK, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), a prominent institution in oceanographic research with over 60 years of history. This collaboration aims to leverage CAeS'...
Saab's Sabertooth subsea vehicle will be showcased at the Goodwood Festival of Speed's Future Lab exhibition from July 10 to 13. This display follows the vehicle's significant role in the groundbreaking full 3D mapping of Sir Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, a historic shipwreck. The exhibition aims t...
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