Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.14
…exemption allowing for a “beyond visual line of sight” (BVLOS) operation, also a first in the U.S. for regular revenue-generating delivery. Read: UPS Partners with Matternet to Transport Medical Samples via Drone across Hospital System UPS has proven the need for drone delivery in healthcare operations, where the shortest time in transit can improve efficiency and help healthcare professionals serve their patients better. Earlier this year, UPS partnered with drone-maker Matternet to launch its healthcare delivery service on the WakeMed campus. This first-ever revenue-generating service demonstrated the business case for drone delivery of medical products and specimens. With its Part…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 8.10
…waivers for operations beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS). Drones were initially invented for military use, designed as targets for shooting practice. They became weapon systems later. However, people have realized that drones can be of greater service in civilian and industrial use. Consumer drones are popular for aerial photography, and licenses are not required for personal use of smaller drones in most states. However, drone videography takes some skill for the best angles and seamless ins and outs, so a professional is highly recommended. Over the past several years, the drone industry has pivoted to commercial use. UAVs…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 7.02
…helping to understand what's going to be required when it comes to battery and power for beyond visual line-of-sight [BVLOS] operations. Fuel requirements of 20% are well defined for weight in aviation. The FAA [U.S. Federal Aviation Administration] is wise to be careful about this. What does the 500th recharge look like?” “We've been doing a lot of work in wireless and autonomous charging with Commander,” he said. “We also have onboard chargers that are able to be standalone battery chargers and are also looking at contact-based charging systems because Commander can manage onboarding for applications that aren't necessarily contactless.”