new There is no one-size-fits-all solution to urban safety. What makes people feel secure and how much personal freedom and privacy they are willing to sacrifice in order to be at ease are culturally specific. For instance, the sight of armed police officers patrolling the streets might be considered more desirable in parts of the US than in more progressive European cities. In some Asian countries, residents happily accept a level of surveillance and facial-recognition technology that many Westerners might deem to be unacce…... — Monocle, 9h ago

new The MQ-9B predator drone is renowned for its state-of-the-art technology, making it a force multiplier for any military. Equipped with high-resolution sensors, communication systems, and precision-guided munitions, these drones provide actionable intelligence and the ability to neutralize threats with minimal collateral damage. Including such cutting-edge technology in India’s defense apparatus enhances its operational capabilities and facilitates interoperability with the US and other allied forces. — siliconindia, 1d ago

new The H2D200 Series introduces two models, the H2D200 and the H2D250, building on the success of the earlier H100 drone. These models capitalize on hydrogen’s unique flight profile to redefine drone performance. The H2D200, designed for payloads up to 10 lbs (4.5kg), boasts an impressive range of 316 miles (510 km) and an extended flight time of four hours. This represents a substantial advancement in endurance and precision for smaller payload drones, setting a new benchmark. — Wonderful Engineering, 1d ago

new The air taxi industry, once it begins, will be initially operated by human pilots with specific training. Eventually, based on contemporary trends, those air taxis will be “piloted” by AI (artificial intelligence). Autonomous flying vehicles are not new but have been restricted to uncrewed operations. The popular UAS or drone is an example. And while drones for surveying, photography, search and rescue, and infrastructure inspection and maintenance are becoming common sights, they are still predominantly operated by ground-based pilots. — Connected World - IoT and Digital Transformation, 2d ago

new Drones have been a feature of war for several decades, but recent conflicts such as the Israel-Hamas war and the Ukraine war show how the technology is changing modern combat. Ever more powerful drones have become cheaper and easier to fabricate and deploy. Terrorist groups and even criminal enterprises have invested in drone technology, which makes it easier for them and other non-state groups to attack and wage war on more powerful states. As William C. Banks writes, today drones are everywhere, and their use as weapons of war and advanced surveillance are making conflicts more lethal, with escalating human and economic costs. Read the essay. — The Globe and Mail, 2d ago

new Scrutiny of major methane emitters is increasing rapidly through the use of satellite imaging. The UN’s methane alert and response system is now fully operational and has already notified operators of 127 major methane plumes across four continents. — the Guardian, 2d ago

new Drones have been a feature of war for several decades, but today’s conflicts such as the Israel-Hamas war and the Ukraine war show how the technology is changing modern combat. Ever more powerful drones have become cheaper and easier to fabricate and deploy. Terrorist groups and even criminal enterprises have invested in drone technology. Today, drones are everywhere, and their use as weapons of war and advanced surveillance are making conflicts more lethal, with escalating human and economic costs. The technology also makes it easier for terrorists and other non-state groups to attack and wage war on more powerful states. — The Globe and Mail, 2d ago

new Vegetation distribution in the Alps is directly related to geomorphic processes, water availability, plant dispersal modes (eg animals, wind) and indirectly to human activity from agriculture to leisure, and tourism. Nevertheless, recent warming trends have begun to affect the limits and spatial structure of vegetation colonies in the Alps thereby threatening existing ecosystems in the upper altitudes. While these changes can be monitored locally, a region-wide characterization is needed to accurately model and forecast potential change scenarios. To address this need broad scale species distributions are required, accurately linking in-situ observations with Earth observation (EO) data. — EPFL, 2d ago

new The latest updates in LP360 Cloud can take your data to the next level. LP360 is the professional choice in geospatial data processing software, made in the U.S.A., since 2006. Whether it’s airborne or terrestrial collected LiDAR data, 3D point clouds have become a critical element in mapping. LP360 makes easy work of extracting information and generating deliverables in an intuitive GIS environment:... — GeoCue, 2d ago

new The Praetor 600, renowned for its exceptional performance and versatility, was selected by the South Korean Flight Inspection Center (FIC) to perform a wide array of flight inspection tasks such as site survey, surveillance, commissioning inspection, periodic inspection, special inspection, procedure validation, and ADS-B airborne checks. These missions are vital for maintaining and calibrating navigation aids, ensuring the safety and precision of air navigation systems across the country. — Asian Aviation, 2d ago

new In contrast, add-on Remote ID broadcast modules are designed as attachments to existing drone systems. They rely on the drone’s power and are tailored to enhance drones that are already equipped with some level of ID broadcasting capability (albeit not enough to make them fully compliant). — UAV Coach, 2d ago

new The researchers now intend to work with industry partners to develop the technique further and get it ready for series production. There are numerous applications in which drones can be used to apply coatings, ranging from ice protection for wind turbines and overhead lines in rail transport to building refurbishment—for example, repairing defects in render on parts of buildings that are difficult to reach. — techxplore.com, 2d ago

new ...“It is an honor to be selected by the CAAI to provide UTM services across Israel,” said Eyal Zor, CEO and cofounder of Airwayz. “This license marks an important achievement, as it not only certifies us to offer U-Space services across the entirety of Israel officially, but it also gives us hands-on experience in managing real-time aerial pictures of drones, monitoring their traffic, scaling operations and achieving high commercialization in a real-life scenario.”... — Inside Unmanned Systems, 2d ago

new In homes with multiple TVs, signal distribution is a critical consideration. Signal amplifiers and distribution units can ensure that the TV aerial’s output is efficiently delivered to various screens throughout the household. When integrating with modern systems, it’s essential to optimize signal strength and clarity to support high-definition broadcasts and streaming services. — techregister.co.uk, 2d ago

new The problem is that victims trapped under rubble cannot be seen by these imaging sensors, and factors such as thick smoke, fog or darkness also limit the effectiveness of the cameras. For scenarios such as these, researchers at Fraunhofer FKIE are working on a solution which enables acoustic sensors to be added to the cameras: LUCY—short for Listening system Using a Crow's nest arraY—is a piece of technology developed by FKIE scientist Macarena Varela in collaboration with colleagues and research group leader Dr. Marc Oispuu to save the lives of people buried in rubble or trapped by fires. — techxplore.com, 2d ago

new The dream of autonomous driving is rapidly becoming a reality, thanks to AI-powered systems that can perceive the environment, make decisions, and control vehicles. Data collected from sensors, cameras, and Lidar feed into AI algorithms, enabling self-driving cars to navigate complex urban environments and highways. The industry is heavily reliant on data to fine-tune these systems, with real-world testing providing crucial insights. — Zephyrnet, 2d ago