Drones Are Using Power Lines to Charge Up, What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

An autonomous drone that uses power lines to self-recharge has been trialed but the potential pitfalls are catastrophic.

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2024-04-10 16:36

Underwater Drones Are Revolutionizing Visual Storytelling

Aerial drones have revolutionized the way visual artists can tell stories, and the burgeoning field of underwater drones has begun to achieve the same transformative power for aquatic photo and video. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-03-11 19:40

Kamikaze FPV Drones Are Now Regularly Being Used in Ukraine War

Cheap kamikaze FPV drones, the kind more typically used by photography and racing enthusiasts, are now one of Ukraine's most valued weapons against the Russian invasion. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2024-01-22 16:15

How Researchers are Using Drones in New Whale Conservation Efforts

Researchers are using drones in order to study whales in new and inventive ways. Ocean Alliance, a marine conservation organization, is pioneering their use to replace older, more invasive, and more dangerous techniques. [Read More] petapixel.com »

2022-04-29 18:27

The Pentagon clears DJI drones for use after temporary suspension

It started in May, 2019, when the U. S. Department of Homeland Security (USDHS) sent out an alert stating that 'drones manufactured in China are a potential risk to an organization's information. dpreview.com »

2021-06-04 22:30

Fox Sports adds FPV, cinema drones to its coverage of Daytona 500

A view of Daytona International Speedway from the grandstands during the 2019 Coke Zero 400. When it comes to NASCAR, the Daytona 500 is the equivalent of the NFL's Superbowl. Both events occur annually in February and are the most anticipated of the season. dpreview.com »

2021-02-16 21:22

EU has passed a uniform set of drone rules, paving the way for easier flight

On December 31st, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) passed a new set of uniform drone regulations for the European Union (EU). EU member states along with Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, as well as the United Kingdom, now fall under the same regulatory blanket. dpreview.com »

2021-01-06 17:47

New UK bill would enable police to stop, search and seize drones

The United Kingdom is cracking down on the unsafe and potentially illegal use of drones via the new Air Traffic Management and Unmanned Aircraft Bill, which went before the UK's Parliament for a second reading on January 27. dpreview.com »

2020-01-29 22:08

Landscape photography with a drone - part 1: What is a drone?

Ever since I started shooting landscapes, I've been fascinated with aerials. There's little doubt that aerial photography offers a very different perspective on a landscape, not to mention the excitement one experiences when witnessing nature from a bird's eye viewpoint. dpreview.com »

2019-09-15 16:00

US Says DJI Camera Drones Are Spying for China, DJI Calls Claim ‘Insane’

DJI camera drones are likely spying on the United States for China. At least, that’s what a newly uncovered US government memo claims. DJI has responded by calling the allegations “insane. petapixel.com »

2017-12-01 00:17

Pentagon gives military bases approval to shoot down wayward camera drones

Federal UAV regulations prohibit drone operators from flying drones near or over airports or military bases, but that hasn't stopped some individuals from doing it anyway. But if you've been bold (read: stupid) enough to break those rules, be warned: military bases are now authorized to shoot down or seize your drone. dpreview.com »

2017-08-08 18:40

2016 Roundup: Best Camera Drones Under $1500

The past few years have seen an explosion in the popularity of drones, and they're being used for everything from video production to aerial panoramas. It's an exciting time to dive into this technology. dpreview.com »

2016-11-23 15:00