Tag: drones

AutoFlight Demonstrates Coordinated Flight of 5-Ton V5000 eVTOL with Smaller V2000 Models

AutoFlight successfully flew its large V5000 eVTOL alongside two smaller V2000 aircraft, showcasing multi-weight cooperative aerial operations.

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Scientists Propose Drone Swarm to Explore Mars’ Hidden Lava Tubes

Researchers suggest deploying a spherical robot carrying flying drones inspired by dandelion seeds to map Martian lava tubes inaccessible to rovers.

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Skydweller Solar Drone Sets Endurance Record Before Ocean Loss

The Skydweller solar-powered drone achieved a record-long flight but was lost over the ocean after battery depletion amid worsening weather.

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Security Updates for Certain Banned Chinese Drones and Routers to Continue Until 2029

Despite import restrictions on select Chinese drones and routers, the devices will receive security patches in the US through 2029.

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Drones Equipped with Ground-Penetrating Radar to Aid Water Ice Detection on Mars

University of Arizona researchers use radar drones to map buried ice on Earth, improving Mars water search and drilling site selection.

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DJI Launches Lito Series Drones Targeting Beginner Aerial Photographers

DJI introduces Lito 1 and X1 drones for newcomers, featuring 4K video and up to 36 minutes of flight at an accessible starting price.

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Chinese Cargo Drones Deliver Fresh Spring Tea from Mountain Plantations to Shanghai

AutoFlight’s heavy cargo drones successfully transported freshly picked spring tea over mountainous terrain to Shanghai, enhancing delivery speed.

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South African Duo Develop Solar-Powered Quadcopter with Record-Breaking Flight Duration

A South African father-son team built a solar-powered quadcopter that stayed airborne for five hours, marking a significant step in drone endurance.

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DJI Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Insta360 in China Amid Intense Market Rivalry

DJI has initiated a patent infringement lawsuit against Insta360 in China, citing stolen technology and employee transitions between companies.

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DJI Challenges FCC’s Drone Import Ban in US Court

DJI has filed a lawsuit against the FCC, disputing the agency’s authority to block imports of Chinese drones and components into the US.

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French Engineer Unveils Swift, a 10-Gram Robo-Bird Controlled via Smartphone

Edwin Van Ruymbeke developed Swift, a lightweight robo-bird reaching 31 km/h, controllable through iOS and Android apps.

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New FPV Drone Speed Record Hits 661 km/h in Australia

An FPV drone reached a record speed of 661 km/h in Australia, surpassing previous marks but lacking official Guinness verification.

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