Collision avoidance, data visualization, and real-time navigation support have made LiDAR critical to vehicle autonomy. The International LiDAR Mapping Forum…
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Measure Acquires Security Clearance, FAA Waiver to Fly within the DC Flight Restricted Zone
International aerial intelligence provider Measure has completed a drone flight in the DC Metropolitan Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) as a…
Largest Police Department in U.S. Shows Off Fleet of Drones
While drones have been adopted as a tool for law enforcement in many police departments across the country, opponents have…
LORD Corporation Offering Remote Sensing Options with Easy to Implement Solutions
LORD Sensing, MicroStrain recently announced the addition of two wireless sensors that enable OEMs to remotely collect data from a range…
STMicroelectronics’ New Advanced Image Sensors Enhance Driver Monitoring in Next-Gen Auto Safety Systems
Semiconductor provider STMicroelectronics has unveiled two new automotive global shutter image sensors, the VG5661 and VG5761, featured for driver monitoring. Both were demonstrated…
Cruise, GM Step Closer to Commercial Deployment of Self-Driving Cars
DETROIT — General Motors and Cruise are taking the next step toward commercializing autonomous vehicle technology with the appointment of Dan…
FAA Targeting UAS Violators for Enforcement
Pilots of unmanned aircraft (“drones”) who interfere with fighting wildfires, law enforcement efforts, or other first responders, such as medical…
UK-First as Drones Fly Safely in Controlled Airspace at Airport Demonstration
“Operation Zenith”, an ambitious drone demonstration at England’s Manchester Airport, has shown that drones can be flown safely alongside manned…
“On the Road to Autonomy” Webinar/Virtual Workshop Slated for Dec. 12
Join us for this Free Webinar on Wednesday, December 12th, at 1:00 pm ESTto see just how far we’ve traveled…
Volvo Trucks Signs Agreement with Brønnøy Kalk AS
Volvo will provide the company with its first commercial autonomous solution, which will be used to transport limestone from an…
European Drone Regulations Discussed at EASA High Level Conference in Amsterdam
Drone experts from all over the world are gathering in Amsterdam this week for this year’s EASA High Level Conference on…
Small Diamonds May Soon Be Used to Recharge Civilian Drones in Flight
A small lab-developed diamond measuring a few millimeters per side could one day enable civilian drones to be recharged in…
Quanergy Announces Partnership with LiDAR USA to Integrate M8 Ultra Sensors in Mapping Solutions
Quanergy Systems, Inc., which designs and manufactures LiDAR sensors and smart sensing solutions, today announced a partnership with LiDAR…
Walmart and Ford agree autonomous vehicles have an important role to play in the future of delivery.
Walmart and Ford Partner For Autonomous Grocery Delivery
Walmart and Ford recently started a pilot program that will explore grocery delivery using autonomous vehicle technology. The pilot program…
Alpha Unmanned Systems Selects Robotic Skies for Global Support Plan
Alpha Unmanned Systems has selected Robotic Skies, Inc., to develop and implement a global support plan for its current and…
Aurora Flight Sciences Introduces Odysseus, a Solar-Powered Autonomous Aircraft
Aurora Flight Sciences recently introduced Odysseus, a solar-powered autonomous aircraft. The aircraft is described as an “ultra-long endurance, high-altitude platform,”…
AeroVironment Awarded $3.2M Puma AE UAS Contract by U.S. DOD
AeroVironment, Inc., a provider of unmanned aircraft systems for both defense and commercial applications, announced last week it received a…
