The drones are capable of tracking a moving person after simple commands from a pilot. After launching yesterday on Kickstarter, they are collectively approaching $500,000 in funding. Read more »
The FAA said drone manufacturer AeroVironment can now conduct aerial surveys in Alaska for the oil company. Its drones will monitor roads and infrastructure. Read more »
Google kicked off what could be a big satellite technology investment spree with a $500 million bid for startup Skybox Imaging. Skybox takes hi-rez images of the Earth’s surface, but Google… Read more »
A viral video shows a woman assaulting a man for using a drone at the beach. The episode raises the question of who should regulate drone conflicts. Read more »
Everyone from Hollywood to farmers to search-and-rescue teams want to use light-weight consumer drones — but the FAA won’t let them. There’s an easy way for the the agency to address… Read more »
Scientists have dreamed of sending a spacecraft through Titan’s thick orange atmosphere to get a look at its surface. Two $100,000 grants could put two preliminary plans into action. Read more »
While regulations governing drone flight in the U.S. have become messy, the FAA is plugging along as if it has full control over the rules. It announced today that it is… Read more »
When I tried the 3Doodler 3D printing pen last year, it was fun but seemed kind of useless. The video below, which was noted by 3Ders.org, might just change my mind… Read more »
Around 120,000 people were expected to attend this weekend’s exhibition of the world’s wackiest creations. Attendees had the chance to learn basic electronics skills and pick up that 3D printer they’ve… Read more »
The new Bebop quadcopter has a 14 megapixel camera and is piloted with a mobile phone or tablet. Interestingly, its camera can also be controlled from an Oculus Rift headset. Read more »