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This is part of the series “Drones are the Future” – a collection of posts outlining the positive impact UAVs will have on our world in the not-so-distant future. Arctic Research Drones In the case of the Arctic Circle, the future is already here. The drones have already arrived, and more are coming. Thanks to their low cost, ability to fly in virtually any weather condition, and the fact they can be launched from land, boat, or aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have begun to provide valuable service to environmental agencies and researchers. But that, as they say, is ju ..read more

The drone industry is on the rise. In a recent publication on the impact of UAVs in the U.S., the Association for Unmanned Vehicles Systems International (AUVSI) reports that within 3 years of commercial drones being integrated into the American airspace system, the up-and-coming industry will create more than 70,000 new jobs and total more than $13.6 billion. So, who will be leading the charge? We have identified some thought-leaders and innovators in the areas of business, politics, media, and the law.  These 8 are among the most influential people in drones. In Business ..read more

This is part of the series “Drones are the Future” – a collection of posts outlining the positive impact drones will have on our world in the not-so-distant future. When you think of how non-military drones might be used in the future, you might conjure up visions of Hollywood blockbuster movies or envision Amazon Prime Air zipping packages back and forth via drone delivery. While film-making and package delivery could certainly benefit from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the commercial industry that will likely grow the fastest and have the farthest reaching impact on our dai ..read more

Makers of drones love everything about their UFOs (unmanned flying objects). Everything, that is, but the drone names. Thanks to recent conflicts in the Middle East and popular TV shows like 24, the world often thinks first of drones as the remotely piloted aircraft that quietly conduct military missions. However, the business application for UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) has expanded greatly beyond military use, and industry reps are pushing hard to replace the name “drone” with something else. What’s the big deal, you ask? Ben Gielow works for the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems ..read more

This is part of the series “Drones are the Future” – a collection of posts outlining the positive impact UAVs will have on our world in the not-so-distant future. Earthquake, tornado, tsunami, floods, fires. Disaster can strike at any time, in any place. The speed of human response to aid victims is often the difference between life and death for survivors. Disaster Relief Drones Here is a look at 6 ways we’ll use disaster relief drones in the not-so-distant future to save lives and ease suffering in times of major crisis or calamity. 1) Assess the Situation Faster In the case o ..read more

This is part of the series “Drones are the Future” – a collection of posts outlining the positive impact UAVs will have on our world in the not-so-distant future. Anyone in the Internet world that has to go without online access knows the angst that comes from not being able to post selfies to Instagram, tweet out our frustrations about our favorite sports team, or clear our debts using online bill pay. We take this amazing technology that gives us convenience, commerce, and information for granted. However, approximately ⅔ of the world’s population still does not have access to ..read more

This is part of the series “Drones are the Future” – a collection of posts outlining the amazing impact UAVs will have on our world in the not-so-distant future. Firefighters across the globe are already drones to assist in fighting fires of all sizes. For the most part, the technology has arrived. However, current regulations and expense prevent firefighting drones from becoming commonplace…for now. Looking into our crystal ball, it’s easy to understand why firefighting agencies are anxious to put firefighting UAV to use in saving trees, property, and lives. Here are 6 ways we ..read more

It’s a time of amazing innovation. While some of us are still asking what is a drone inventors, creators, and innovators are hard at work with new ideas that will shape the drones of tomorrow. Below are six recent drone projects on Kickstarter that captured our attention…and our imaginations.   1) Your Autonomous Aerial Camera: Drone that Follows You in Action Why You Should Fund It: HEXO+ is an intelligent drone that follows and films you autonomously. Aerial filming for everyone: an intelligent aerial follow camera: no pilot, no cameraman, no headache. From the Creators: We initially b ..read more

This is part of the series “Drones are the Future” – a collection of posts outlining the positive impact UAVs will have on our world in the not-so-distant future. If Jeff Bezos is fixated on automating delivery of goods from “store to door,” it should be no surprise that the businesses that operate the world’s largest freight boats and planes are researching ways to eliminate cost through automation. Cargo Drones So, where are we headed? Cargo planes and boats, unmanned, on autopilot or remote control, ready to deliver goods at a reduced cost. If smaller drones can be remotely c ..read more