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This is a media curation page for the PIRatE Lab's AARR Program.  We are developing practical, low cost programs to monitor resources in our coastal zone (the land near the ocean and the ocean near the land) with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs aka "drones") overhead and subtidal Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) .  Enjoy!!  
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Scooped by Grant Osterhoudt
November 5, 5:43 PM
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Amazon gets FAA approval for new drone as it starts tests in Arizona

Amazon gets FAA approval for new drone as it starts tests in Arizona | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Amazon says it has received approval from the FAA to fly its newer, smaller delivery drones, including beyond the visual line of sight of pilots.
Grant Osterhoudt's insight:
Amazon Is now testing their new drone called the MK30 which is smaller and lighter than previous models, and can even fly through light rain. These drones will make delivery much easier and quicker for customers. These drones have even been granted permission to fly out of line of sight by the FAA. The testing ha begun in Phoenix, AZ.
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Scooped by Jonathan Lee
November 1, 9:47 PM
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Heart-stopping footage shows subway surfers jumping for joy atop NYC trains -- as Adams says drones saved 114 lives

Heart-stopping footage shows subway surfers jumping for joy atop NYC trains -- as Adams says drones saved 114 lives | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
The previously unannounced aerial drone program has performed some 900 flights since last year to spot and thwart subway surfers, Adams revealed during a Queens press conference.
Jonathan Lee's insight:
Drones have spotted many subways surfers that have been arguably saved this year. Six have already died from subway surfing in the current year, and it can be said that many lives were saved thanks to drones interrupting their antics.
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Scooped by Natalie Jones
October 31, 8:42 PM
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Wing: the 200 Best Inventions of 2024

Wing: the 200 Best Inventions of 2024 | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Find out why Wing is one of the best inventions of 2024
Natalie Jones's insight:
retail delivery by drones, seems pretty cool...but practical?
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Scooped by Eduardo sandoval
October 30, 2:53 PM
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Introducing MAP61: The next level of drone mapping efficiency | Commercial UAV News

Introducing MAP61: The next level of drone mapping efficiency | Commercial UAV News | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
As we continuously push the limits of aerial insights capture and processing, we’re excited to launch MAP61, our most efficient mapping sensor to date. This cutting-edge payload sets a new stand
Sophia Hoolihan's comment, October 30, 3:46 PM
This new map sensor is very efficient for large-scale drone mapping, covering 1,140 acres in a single flight. The sensor was able to capture a 670 acre golf course in 37 minutes at 400 feet with the MAP61 sensor. The sensor also speeds up processing time by requiring fewer images to cover large areas. While this sensor is advanced and an efficient method for mapping large areas, the main issue is accessibility/affordability.
Emily Gomez's comment, October 31, 12:31 PM
MAP61 requires fewer images to cover large areas, which means projects can be completed in a single day instead of two. This will save scientists a lot of time!
Tony Ibarra's comment, November 1, 4:14 PM
Wow, looking at this after we have began to look at mapping software lets me look at it in a new way.
Scooped by Charla Robertson
October 30, 12:40 PM
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JAXA selects ArkEdge to study LEO PNT system

JAXA selects ArkEdge to study LEO PNT system | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
JAXA has awarded ArkEdge Space a contract to study the feasibility of establishing a constellation of PNT satellites in low-Earth orbit.
Charla Robertson's insight:
Autonomous vehicles and drones make me nervous. Granted, drone use began in the military, and thus most drones are government operated, the idea of autonomous drones powered by satellites that can be hacked for nefarious reasons doesn't sit well with me. Happy for ArkEdge Space, though. I also appreciate any/all efforts to protect GNSS.
Esveidy Rodriguez's comment, November 2, 2:59 AM
I totally understand your concern about the risks, especially with the potential for hacking.
Scooped by Emily Gomez
October 29, 12:58 PM
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Huge Spike In Russian Drone Attacks For Winter With Chinese Help

Huge Spike In Russian Drone Attacks For Winter With Chinese Help | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
More than 1300 Russian drones hit Ukraine last month, the largest number ever, as Russian production scales up and China supplies drones directly.
Natalie Jones's comment, October 31, 8:44 PM
wow that drone in the cover image is huge! It's crazy how much they are using drones in this war, and how many individuals are getting hurt from them. Scary to think its the future of warfare, but it's happening right now.
Carolyn Chaput's comment, November 1, 1:56 PM
It's harrowing that last month had the largest number of drone strikes ever and that this is likely the direction that drones used for warfare will follow.
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October 28, 1:36 PM
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Bird-watching with drones? Might want to watch your distance, study says - Conservation news

Bird-watching with drones? Might want to watch your distance, study says - Conservation news | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
As researchers and wildlife enthusiasts increasingly use drones to watch birds, a new study has come out with guidelines for best drone operating practices that minimize disturbance.  “This study represents an important first step in understanding wildlife responses to drones and promoting ethical considerations in the use of new technologies in wildlife monitoring,” Meredith Palmer, […]
Carolyn Chaput's insight:
I didn't know that people were using drones for birdwatching.
Liano Becerra's comment, October 31, 6:43 PM
This was surprise to me too that drones were being used for birdwatching. Also glad that they are recognizing some drones do give birds a negative response in using them and its recommended to use a slower drone that is not shaped as a predator.
Scooped by Max Morales
October 26, 4:31 PM
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Army wargame to test cargo drones and live logistics data

Army wargame to test cargo drones and live logistics data | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
The service is also looking into casualty evacuation by drone.
Max Morales's insight:
About the development of drones that is more directed towards drones supplying equipment to troops on the ground and being a way to evacuate hurt troops. This development is still in a testing phase with hope that it will be permanently incorporated in the near future.  
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Scooped by Charla Robertson
October 24, 2:07 AM
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From Drones to Data: The Tech Innovations Driving Smarter Land Management

From Drones to Data: The Tech Innovations Driving Smarter Land Management | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
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Charla Robertson's insight:
Yet another cool application of drone technology. This reminds me of the fixed-wing drone we watched survey CI Park. 
Liano Becerra's comment, October 24, 3:06 PM
A cool way of getting a birds eye view of the landscape to help make decisions on managing the land. Like for agriculture the drones can be used to monitor the health of crops.
Scooped by Keiran Gisonno
October 23, 11:26 PM
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EXPLORE THE FUTURE OF DRONE APPLICATIONS AT DRONTECH ASIA'S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 25-27 NOVEMBER 2024

EXPLORE THE FUTURE OF DRONE APPLICATIONS AT DRONTECH ASIA'S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 25-27 NOVEMBER 2024 | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
/PRNewswire/ -- DronTech Asia's International Conference taking place 25-27 November 2024 at IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center in Muang Thon
Keiran Gisonno's insight:
From the 25-27 of November a large drone conference is happening which will cover a number of industries and focus of attention such as defense, and transportation. There will additionally be presentations of new technologies.
Carolyn Chaput's comment, October 25, 1:16 PM
This seems like it would be a particularly informative conference to attend, and the wide variety of industries really shows how multipurpose drones have become. Registration also appears to be free for trade visitors, which makes the conference more accessible to a wider range of people.
Scooped by Carolyn Chaput
October 23, 12:10 PM
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Maine man made homemade bombs and dropped some from drones, officials say

Maine man made homemade bombs and dropped some from drones, officials say | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Law enforcement officials say a Maine man dropped homemade explosives from drones near homes in a dispute rooted in local politics
Keiran Gisonno's comment, October 23, 11:24 PM
This is a good case of the dangers that unmoderated drones posses, but its also an issue, how can we control/stay aware of unmanned drones without taking away civil liberties?
Scooped by Natalie Jones
October 23, 12:05 PM
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Boston Celtics Watch Party - Falling Drone Injures 2 People 

Boston Celtics Watch Party - Falling Drone Injures 2 People  | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Two people were injured when they were struck by a drone that fell from the sky during the TNT Network’s Boston Celtics watch party held at Boston City Hall Tuesday night, officials said Wednesday.
Sophia Hoolihan's comment, October 23, 12:12 PM
Incidents like this one reinforce the importance of regulating drones over open-air events. If the drone had proper propellor guards, then injuries would have been less likely. I am curious if the drone flying over the crowd had the proper licensing to do so.
Emily Gomez's comment, October 23, 7:31 PM
This is very unfortunate. I hope people realize how important drone safety is and stick to the regulations that are set in place.
Scooped by Emily Gomez
October 22, 6:10 PM
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The Age of the Drone Police Is Here

The Age of the Drone Police Is Here | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
A WIRED investigation, based on more than 22 million flight coordinates, reveals the complicated truth about the first full-blown police drone program in the US—and why your city could be next.
Jonathan Campos's comment, October 24, 2:20 PM
Although this is also a novel application of drones in today's world I do not think this is a good thing. It's reminiscent of a police state in a dystopian story which is not the direction we should be heading.
Scooped by Emily Gomez
November 5, 12:25 PM
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What is a Reaper drone? Here's what to know about the U.S. military's MQ-9 drones. - CBS News

What is a Reaper drone? Here's what to know about the U.S. military's MQ-9 drones. - CBS News | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
The MQ-9 Reaper drone is a remotely operated aircraft used by the U.S. military overseas that has also been adapted for other purposes inside America's borders.
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Scooped by Tony Ibarra
November 1, 4:13 PM
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Antelope Valley man indicted for allegedly delivering drugs by drone

Antelope Valley man indicted for allegedly delivering drugs by drone | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
The suspect is alleged to have used an unlicensed drone to deliver fentanyl and other narcotics from his home. At least one person died of an overdose, according to a grand jury indictment unsealed Wednesday.
Eduardo sandoval's comment, November 2, 1:06 AM
Just as how we are learning to use our drones with an educational purpose, there are those that will always want to do things with malicious intent. There are already strict rules in place, hopefully there are faster methods to find the illegal use of drones in the near future to avoid situations similar to this.
Scooped by Sophia Hoolihan
October 30, 3:29 PM
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Italian Navy tasks Fincantieri to design drone-laden warships

Italian Navy tasks Fincantieri to design drone-laden warships | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
“It means looking at how best to handle storage, maintenance and loading ammunition,” an Italian Navy official said.
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Scooped by Liano Becerra
October 30, 12:42 PM
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Taking research to new heights: how aerial drones are supporting UK science

Taking research to new heights: how aerial drones are supporting UK science | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
PML contributes to national review of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS)
Liano Becerra's insight:
Another great way to use drones is for scientists to improve models of river flows and discharges. In addition, the reading mentions that using Uncrewed Airel Systems helps reduce carbon emissions while out in the field. 
Jonathan Lee's comment, November 1, 9:50 PM
That's nice, it's always nice to see how drones can help reduce air pollution by being a better alternative for research.
Scooped by Austin Dent
October 30, 11:26 AM
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Drone survey to identify landslide prone areas in Shimla

Drone survey to identify landslide prone areas in Shimla | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it

The Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA) is set to conduct a detailed drone-based LiDAR survey in Shimla following increasing incidents of landslides in Shimla.

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Charla Robertson's comment, October 30, 12:46 PM
Drones should be utilized more in disaster prevention over disaster relief. Ideally, more would be put into stopping climate change by all governments, but drones could definitely help in gathering data and identifying vulnerable areas. Preventions are better than cures, and I'm always happy to see drones used in anything other than war.
Scooped by PIRatE Lab
October 29, 12:30 AM
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Lithium-ion batteries causing fires, dangers on California freeways

Lithium-ion batteries causing fires, dangers on California freeways | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Recent fires in California have focused attention and fears on lithium-ion batteries. But how dangerous are these batteries really?
Austin Dent's comment, October 30, 11:49 AM
LiFePO4 chemistry offers a significantly lower risk of thermal runaway and does not require cobalt for production, but has a lower energy density than traditional Li-Ion cells and is already succeeding in home scale energy storage systems. If we start seeing regulations pushing for safety features in grid scale Li-Ion batteries that increase weight or decrease capacity LiFePO4 would seem like an even better choice than it already is.
Scooped by Esveidy Rodriguez
October 28, 1:11 AM
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Above the Flooding, High-Tech Drones Capture Storm Damage and Data

Above the Flooding, High-Tech Drones Capture Storm Damage and Data | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Above the Flooding, High-Tech Drones Capture Storm Damage and Data
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Scooped by Jonathan Campos
October 24, 2:23 PM
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5 Things s Should Know Before Investing in Drones

5 Things s Should Know Before Investing in Drones | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Drones are revolutionizing industries, but without the right strategy, you risk getting left behind. Discover the five crucial mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to steer clear of them for lasting success.
Esveidy Rodriguez's comment, October 26, 1:43 AM
This article states how important it is for drone entrepreneurs to follow regulations and keep up with new technology. Ignoring these factors can lead to fines and falling behind in a fast changing market.
Scooped by Austin Dent
October 23, 11:43 PM
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Drone maker DJI sues Pentagon over Chinese military listing

WASHINGTON, Oct 18 (Reuters) - China-based DJI sued the U.S. Defense Department on Friday for adding the drone maker to a list of companies allegedly working with Beijing's military, saying the designation is wrong and has caused the company significant financial harm.
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Scooped by Liano Becerra
October 23, 9:20 PM
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Creating and verifying stable AI-controlled systems in a rigorous and flexible way

Creating and verifying stable AI-controlled systems in a rigorous and flexible way | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
New techniques incorporate deep learning to synthesize and verify neural network controllers with stability guarantees. Their algorithm efficiently searches for and verifies a Lyapunov function, and is scalable to more complex robots like quadrotors.
Liano Becerra's insight:
Researchers at MIT have been developing new techniques for a more stable system when deploying drones, which can also include aircraft and spacecraft. Regarding safety, the developers are guaranteeing that this application can successfully accomplish this approach. In addition, this development isn't just meant for drones but can be replicated in biomedicine and industrial processing for the future. 
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Scooped by Sophia Hoolihan
October 23, 12:08 PM
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National security cited as B.C. drone engineer's devices seized | CBC News

National security cited as B.C. drone engineer's devices seized | CBC News | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has granted an extraordinary order to seize electronic devices from a former employee of Burnaby, B.C.,-based company specializing in anti-drone technology - citing national security interests and fears China or Russia might be trying to access military secrets.
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Scooped by marisa denninger
October 23, 2:10 AM
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Alabama homecoming week featuring a first: Drone light show happening Friday

Alabama homecoming week featuring a first: Drone light show happening Friday | Remotely Piloted Systems | Scoop.it
Homecoming is already in full swing for the University of Alabama, and this year, along with all the long-time loved traditions, new ones are coming into the picture. The University will present a drone light show this year on Friday, Oct. 25, at 7:30 p.m
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