Pioneering Hybrid Drone Developed for Dual Environments

nezha-seadart-drone-
  • Reading Time:4Minutes

Scientists at Shanghai Jiao Tong University have unveiled an innovative unmanned hybrid vehicle, the Nezha-SeaDart, which is designed for operations in both underwater and aerial environments. This cutting-edge device is set to transform marine science research, environmental monitoring, and emergency rescue missions.

Drones measuring electric fields are used to check the state of the grid in Great Britain

  • Reading Time:3Minutes

In a joint effort between the University of Manchester and the UK’s National Electricity Authority, a cutting-edge drone-mounted system is being developed to measure the electric fields of overhead power lines. This three-year, £1.1 million endeavor, supported by Ofgem’s Network Innovation Allowance (NIA), aims to engineer sensor technology that can effectively monitor the condition of high-voltage insulators on power lines. Typically made of glass or ceramic, these insulators play a critical role in shielding the poles that support the transmission lines from becoming energized.