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Is It Time to Call into Question the Viability of Commercial eVTOLs?

Convenience is an important aspect of urban air mobility. If we consider safety, security, speed, and affordability as minor components of the umbrella term ‘convenience’, engineers have an arduous ahead road to make eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) technology convenient...

April 16, 2021 by Biljana Ognenova

Autonomous Boeing Aircraft Makes Its Maiden Flight

In what may be a major leap forward for the future of autonomous aircraft, ‘Loyal Wingman’, Boeing’s autonomous uncrewed fighter-style, jet-powered drone, has taken to the skies for the very first time in a historic test flight, carried out by Boeing Australia and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).

March 12, 2021 by Luke James

UK to Host World’s First ‘Urban Air Port’ for Electric Aircraft

Coventry, a city in the UK, has been chosen as the location for the first airport for electric aircraft (such as drones and air taxis). Referred to as an ‘Urban Air Port’, the upcoming site will be carbon-neutral and is planned for late 2021.

February 18, 2021 by Luke James

Various Sensors and Their Applications for Smart Farming and Robotics

Smart farming is a form of agriculture that is informed by robotics and smart sensors, whose data acquisition capabilities enable them to feed crops with precisely what they need to ease the farmer’s job of cultivation. We look at the various sensor technologies required for modern, IoT-based agriculture.

January 29, 2021 by Biljana Ognenova

Cargo-Laden Drone Flight Completes Trip to Mainland UK

A drone flight has successfully carried cargo to and from the Scilly Isles from mainland England. The achievement may have laid the groundwork for future commercial services involving the unmanned aerial vehicle-based distribution of vital medical supplies.

January 25, 2021 by Luke James

Opteran Awarded £2.1M for its Insect Vision-Inspired Approach to ‘Solve Autonomy’ in Robotics

Opteran, a UK-based natural intelligence company, has raised £2.1 million in seed funding to develop lightweight, ultra-low-power solutions to help machines see, sense, and navigate more efficiently. The technology is inspired by a natural phenomenon known as ‘optic flow’, which is observed in insects’ vision.

January 06, 2021 by Luke James

COVID-19 is Driving Engineers to Further Develop Smart Technologies

As many continue to self isolate to combat COVID-19, we are seeing a continued drive for the need for advanced and remote systems that support our new way of life. Accordingly, engineers have been developing smart technologies to expedite the possibility of an autonomous and contactless world.

December 31, 2020 by Lianne Frith

When GPS Fails: Advantages of Quantum Navigation with Quantum Gyro Sensors

High-precision, high-risk, costly moving objects lack a backup navigation solution. Mostly reliant on GPS—or the Global Positioning System—they present two major weaknesses: low accuracy and poor security. Such problems can be improved with quantum gyro sensors and other elements of quantum positioning systems.

November 12, 2020 by Biljana Ognenova

World’s First Commercial-Grade Hydrogen Plane Embarks on Its Maiden Flight

At the end of September 2020, in what was called a landmark moment, aviation firm ZeroAvia completed the world’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered flight of a commercial-grade aircraft. The flight took place at ZeroAvia’s R&D facility in Cranfield, UK.

October 30, 2020 by Luke James

Ultra-Fast Charging Drones: New ‘FlashBattery’ Can Recharge Drones in Five Minutes

An Israeli firm, StoreDot, claims that it has developed a battery called a ‘UFC FlashBattery’ for drones that can recharge in five minutes and cuts down on costs.

September 10, 2020 by Luke James

All About Circuits’ Industry Tech Days 2020: Guide for Electronics Point Readers

Here’s what’s going on over at our sister site, All About Circuits, this week during its first ever virtual event, Industry Tech Days.

September 01, 2020 by Luke James

Addressing the Major Ethical Issues of Autonomous Vehicles

There’s a serious flaw in the way that programmers are currently addressing ethical concerns in relation to artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous vehicles (AVs). Although they cannot account for everything, there are a few standout ethical issues that really ought to be looked at.

July 18, 2020 by Luke James

The Main Software Challenges Facing Self-Driving Vehicles

Despite the increased focus on autonomous vehicles, software issues present some of the most significant hurdles that automakers must face before full self-driving becomes a possibility.

June 18, 2020 by Emmanuel Ikimi

The Main Hardware Challenges Facing Self-Driving Vehicles

Despite tremendous progress in autonomous vehicle production over the years, hardware challenges persist as one of the most legitimate concerns affecting the industry.

June 16, 2020 by Emmanuel Ikimi

Recapping the SpaceX Launch, Its Original Postponement, and How It Succeeded

On 30/5/20, NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken proudly docked the International Space Station (ISS).

June 14, 2020 by Sam Holland

The Electronics Systems and Equipment That Made the SpaceX Flight Successful

SpaceX's historic rocket launch on May 30th, 2020 was an event many will remember for many years to come.

June 10, 2020 by Emmanuel Ikimi

The Role of Electronic Engineering in Military Avionics

When it comes to the use of electronic equipment in aircraft, the military is ahead of the game.

May 21, 2020 by Emmanuel Ikimi

The Vital Electronic Components Behind Drone Technology

Chances are high that every person reading this has seen a drone in flight, or even used one before. But what makes these miniature aircraft work? This article will get into details about the most vital components of drones and some current and emerging applications of drones.

March 06, 2020 by Emmanuel Ikimi

Motiv Autonomous Pod Car Unveiled in London Promoted as the Future of Mobility

The Motiv, a city-focused electric quadricycle, has been designed to reduce traffic and meet stringent car safety standards.

February 20, 2020 by Luke James

Celebrating the UK’s Longest Autonomous Vehicle Journey

The vehicle, which is equipped with GPS, radar, LIDAR, and video cameras, made its journey from Bedfordshire to Sunderland.

February 13, 2020 by Luke James

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Cargo-Laden Drone Flight Completes Trip to Mainland UK

Opteran Awarded £2.1M for its Insect Vision-Inspired Approach to ‘Solve Autonomy’ in Robotics

COVID-19 is Driving Engineers to Further Develop Smart Technologies

When GPS Fails: Advantages of Quantum Navigation with Quantum Gyro Sensors

World’s First Commercial-Grade Hydrogen Plane Embarks on Its Maiden Flight

Ultra-Fast Charging Drones: New ‘FlashBattery’ Can Recharge Drones in Five Minutes

All About Circuits’ Industry Tech Days 2020: Guide for Electronics Point Readers

Addressing the Major Ethical Issues of Autonomous Vehicles

The Main Software Challenges Facing Self-Driving Vehicles

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Recapping the SpaceX Launch, Its Original Postponement, and How It Succeeded

The Electronics Systems and Equipment That Made the SpaceX Flight Successful

The Role of Electronic Engineering in Military Avionics

The Vital Electronic Components Behind Drone Technology

Motiv Autonomous Pod Car Unveiled in London Promoted as the Future of Mobility

Celebrating the UK’s Longest Autonomous Vehicle Journey

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Is It Time to Call into Question the Viability of Commercial eVTOLs?

Autonomous Boeing Aircraft Makes Its Maiden Flight

UK to Host World’s First ‘Urban Air Port’ for Electric Aircraft

Various Sensors and Their Applications for Smart Farming and Robotics

Cargo-Laden Drone Flight Completes Trip to Mainland UK

Opteran Awarded £2.1M for its Insect Vision-Inspired Approach to ‘Solve Autonomy’ in Robotics

COVID-19 is Driving Engineers to Further Develop Smart Technologies

When GPS Fails: Advantages of Quantum Navigation with Quantum Gyro Sensors

World’s First Commercial-Grade Hydrogen Plane Embarks on Its Maiden Flight

Ultra-Fast Charging Drones: New ‘FlashBattery’ Can Recharge Drones in Five Minutes

All About Circuits’ Industry Tech Days 2020: Guide for Electronics Point Readers

Addressing the Major Ethical Issues of Autonomous Vehicles

The Main Software Challenges Facing Self-Driving Vehicles

The Main Hardware Challenges Facing Self-Driving Vehicles

Recapping the SpaceX Launch, Its Original Postponement, and How It Succeeded

The Electronics Systems and Equipment That Made the SpaceX Flight Successful

The Role of Electronic Engineering in Military Avionics

The Vital Electronic Components Behind Drone Technology

Motiv Autonomous Pod Car Unveiled in London Promoted as the Future of Mobility

Celebrating the UK’s Longest Autonomous Vehicle Journey

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