The Falcon is the world’s first two-motor camera drone, and the first commercial tilt-rotor bi-copter. It was announced on January 17, 2020, and will begin shipping in February 2020. The feature-packed (thousand-dollar) drone is being ‘pre-sale’ reserved for a hundred dollars. Using a unique bird-like design, the new Zero Zero Robotics bi-copter uses articulating armsContinue reading “Zero Zero V-Coptr Falcon New Bi-Copter Technology”
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The Drone Dictionary: Glossary of Terms
In the drone/UAS world, there are a number of specialized terms which are commonly used. I developed this list (and dictionary) not only for myself, but also for newcomers to the drone/RC/UAS/FPV world, as well as more experienced pilots. It is intended to be a ‘living document’, and I will add terms as I learnContinue reading “The Drone Dictionary: Glossary of Terms”
Drones with Feathers?
The advent of ‘bio-mimetic’ drones – drones which mimic biological creatures- has changed the drone world. From the advanced ‘Robo-Raven’ of the US Army to the smaller and cheaper (and less capable) bird and bug drones for sale commercially, the face of flying has changed forever.
A Radio-Navigation Primer
Radio navigation is the process of determining one’s position by use of radio signals. Initially, this was only of interest to ships (and later, to airplanes). The radio signals would provide: Angular position to the transmitter (by signal strength and interferometry) Distance to the transmitter (by time required for the radio signal to reach one’sContinue reading “A Radio-Navigation Primer”
The Emerging Counter-UAS Market
No sooner did the drone (UAS) market take off than the counter-drone or C-UAS (Counter-UAS) market got off the ground, as well. After all, something had to be done about those pesky rascals, right? For as long as there have been drones, there have been people wanting to shoot them down. That is actually whatContinue reading “The Emerging Counter-UAS Market”
The Drone Dictionary: Glossary of UAS Acronyms and Abbreviations
This document is intended to aid the reader in deciphering the numerous technical terms, acronyms, and abbreviations found in virtually all literature about drones and their associated technology (and especially those encountered in reading FAA rules and NPRM, as well as terms used in Part 107 study guides). It covers terms from avionics, computer systems,Continue reading “The Drone Dictionary: Glossary of UAS Acronyms and Abbreviations”
DJI Mavic Mini: Impressions
The preeminent drone manufacturer in the world (DJI) has recently released a new addition to their ‘Mavic’ series of drones; the DJI Mavic Mini. This drone is notable for a number of reasons, not the least its small size and low weight. I recently purchased one, and am inspired to share some of my initialContinue reading “DJI Mavic Mini: Impressions”
The Brave New Drone World Is Upon Us…
The world has changed -drastically- and most of us aren’t even aware of it yet. The skies are now clear…but not for long. Soon, we can expect to see the heavens populated with drones: recreational drones, race drones, delivery drones, police drones, and many other types of drones. With major companies like Google and AmazonContinue reading “The Brave New Drone World Is Upon Us…”
A Brave New Drone World 