Tag: Drones
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A red pixel in the snow: How AI solved the mystery of a missing mountaineer
Introduction: A race against the weather When a mountaineer goes missing in remote, snow-covered terrain, every minute matters. Traditional search methods can drag on for days or weeks, limited by visibility, rugged topography, and rapidly changing weather. In one high-profile case in the Italian Alps, rescuers faced freezing temperatures, whiteout conditions, and the clock ticking.…
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A Red Pixel in the Snow: How AI Solved the Mystery of a Missing Mountaineer
A new era of mountain search and rescue When a climber disappears on a remote icy face, every minute counts. Traditional search-and-rescue (SAR) missions rely on human trackers, weather-depleted visibility, and exhaustive ground sweeps. But recent operations in the Alps have shown that artificial intelligence can dramatically shorten the time to locate a missing mountaineer.…
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Textron Signs Deal to Supply Advanced Drones to Tompolo’s Tantita Security Services
Overview of the deal An American defence contractor, Textron Systems, has reportedly signed a deal to supply three advanced unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), the private security company owned by Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. The agreement underscores growing interest in leveraging modern drone technology to bolster…
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Textron Systems Signs Deal to Supply Aerosonde Drones to Tantita Security Services Nigeria
Overview: A Strategic Drone Deal In a move that underscores the growing role of unmanned systems in private security, Textron Systems, a leading American defense contractor, has signed an agreement to supply three advanced Aerosonde M drones to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL). TSSNL is a private security outfit owned by Chief Government Ekpemupolo,…
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Textron Systems Secures Deal to Supply Aerosonde Drones to Tompolo’s Tantita
Overview of the Pact An American defense contractor, Textron Systems, has reportedly signed a deal to provide three advanced drones to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), the security outfit owned by Chief Government Ekpemupolo, known as Tompolo. The agreement underscores the growing role of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in maritime and inland security operations…
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Artificial Intelligence Intensifies South China Sea Disputes in the Philippines
Overview: AI accelerates the South China Sea dilemma The South China Sea remains a focal point of regional power competition, where competing claims and strategic interests collide with dynamic technologies. Recent developments show that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not merely a tool for analysis or surveillance; it is increasingly shaping decision-making, alliance-building, and diplomatic messaging…
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Naware’s Chemical-Free Weed Killer Tech Could Redefine Lawn Care
Introduction: A New Approach to Lawn Care What started as a family-driven mission to reduce cancer risk has grown into a bold push to reinvent lawn maintenance. Naware, a startup founded by Mark Boysen, is developing a chemical-free weed killer technology that leverages drones and targeted lasers. The aim is simple yet ambitious: eradicate weeds…
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Drones and Whale Breath: How Arctic Health is Being Measured
Introduction: A new window into whale health The Arctic is a vast, dynamic classroom for marine science, where researchers are turning to an unexpected tool to decode the health of whales: the breath they exhale. In this cutting-edge approach, scientists deploy drones to collect tiny samples of whale exhalations, sometimes called “whale breath” or exhaled…
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Drones and Whales: How Exhaled Breath is Revealing Arctic Health
Introduction: A New Window into Whale Health Scientists are turning to an unlikely ally to study the health of Arctic whales: drones. By collecting exhaled breath from free-swimming whales, researchers are gathering biological samples that reveal the animals’ microbiomes, stress hormones, and overall well-being. This approach could transform our understanding of whale biology in a…
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Japan Trials a 100-kW Laser Weapon: Cutting Drones In Flight
Japan deploys high-power laser system on warship In a bold step for naval defense tech, Japan has tested a laser weapon capable of delivering 100 kilowatts of energy, enough to disable small drones and potentially other aerial threats. The system, installed aboard a 6,200-ton warship, represents a significant advancement in directed-energy weapons and reflects Japan’s…