High-speed drone technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and with it, Velontra, a cutting-edge US start-up, is propelling the industry into a new era of hyper-efficiency. At the heart of this revolution lies their groundbreaking development: a compact, hypersonic torpedo jet engine. Boasting a streamlined design and impressive specifications, this engine promises to redefine aerial travel, reaching blistering speeds exceeding 5,000 km/h.
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Jun
Jun
The international community recently bore witness to a significant shift in Russia’s quest to establish itself as a drone superpower. This came in the form of the first public appearance of the highly anticipated super-heavy drone, the Sirius. This high-tech piece of hardware is the brainchild of the Kronshtadt company, a prominent name in the world of drone development and a pioneer in the Russian drone industry.
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Jun
Jun
The stage is set in Hungary, as it stands on the brink of an exciting transformation in agriculture, through the advent of drone crop protection. With licensed agents as the only remaining requirement, this shift could usher in a new era of aerial crop protection in the European Union, beginning in Budapest.
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May
May
As the automotive industry undergoes rapid evolution, Toyota, one of the largest car manufacturers in the world, has thrown its weight behind Japan’s Prodrone, a trailblazing company working on cargo-carrying drones capable of transporting loads up to 50kg over distances spanning 50km.
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Apr
Apr
In recent years, drones have emerged from being mere toys for hobbyists to versatile tools that can save human lives in dire situations. As the technology continues to develop, drones are proving indispensable in various sectors, from disaster relief to healthcare.
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Apr
Apr
The French Thales Group has been manufacturing the Lightweight Multirole Missile (LMM), also referred to as the Martlet, for the British Ministry of Defence since 2011. Initially designed for use in the British armed forces’ AgustaWestland Lynx Wildcat helicopters, these versatile air-to-ground missiles have proven effective when launched from ships, naval combat scenarios, and portable launch pads. With a maximum weight of 13 kilograms, a length of 1.3 meters, and a range of up to 6 kilometers, the Martlets are known for their accuracy and resistance to counter-attacks.