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Sony Announces New Airpeak S1 Professional Drone
Sony today announced its first-ever professional drone, the Airpeak S1. An introductory model in the new Airpeak line, the S1 is the world’s smallest class aircraft that can carry a full-size mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera α, opening up a new world of creative possibilities. Sony Airpeak S1drone utilizes a proprietary motor, propeller, control system and sensing…
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Mitsubishi Electric Develops World’s First Attack Algorithm for Sensors Used in Drones, Cars, Production Equipment and More
Mitsubishi Electric has developed world’s first sensor-security technology that detects measurement-data inconsistencies by embedding a proprietary algorithm in sensor fusion algorithms, which combine multiple sensors for measurements used in the automatic control of drones, in-vehicle devices, production equipment and more. Mitsubishi Electric’s new algorithm detects malicious attacks based on more than 42 percent inconsistencies in…
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Why climb a cell tower to inspect when you can deploy Aerialtronics drones from the ground
IBM and Aerialtronics, today announced the first commercial drones featuring cognitive computing capabilities from the IBM Watson Internet of Things (IoT) Platform on IBM Cloud. Aerialtronics vehicles can provide high-quality inspection services for global organizations across multiple industries, from monitoring city traffic patterns to inspecting wind turbines, oil rigs and cell tower optimization.
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Nissan Unveils the ultimate all-terrain rescue pick-up with portable EV battery power and a DJI Phantom 4 Drone
Nissan unveiled an all-new vehicle Nissan Navara EnGuard Concept at the 2016 Hannover Motor Show. Based on a Double Cab Tekna version of the Nissan Navara – the current holder of the International Pick-up Award – the Navara EnGuard Concept features many bespoke design elements and performance upgrades. It is also packed with vital equipment…
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Drones to deliver refreshments, golf balls etc to golfers directly in Japan
Japanese e-commerce firm Rakuten – one of the World’s largest e-commerce firms is testing drones for delivering refreshments directly to golfers along the course. Rakuten will start the service in May for a golf course in Chiba Prefecture southeast of Tokyo. Golf players will place their orders for drinks, golf balls etc to the firm…