Drone News – Nikita on Drones https://nikitaondrones.com Blog-Vlog-Podcast About All Things Drone! Mon, 05 May 2025 18:40:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://nikitaondrones.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/cropped-nikita-on-drones-icon-32x32.jpg Drone News – Nikita on Drones https://nikitaondrones.com 32 32 Amprius Launches 450 Wh/kg SiCore Lithium-Ion Battery, Targeting Aviation and Defense https://dronelife.com/2025/05/05/amprius-launches-450-wh-kg-sicore-lithium-ion-battery-targeting-aviation-and-defense/ https://dronelife.com/2025/05/05/amprius-launches-450-wh-kg-sicore-lithium-ion-battery-targeting-aviation-and-defense/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 18:40:47 +0000 https://nikitaondrones.com/2025/05/05/amprius-launches-450-wh-kg-sicore-lithium-ion-battery-targeting-aviation-and-defense/

Silicon anode cell delivers extended endurance and payload capacity, with mass production planned through global manufacturing network Amprius’ High-Density SiCore Battery Moves Toward Commercial Deployment Amprius Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: AMPX) has announced the commercial launch of its 450 Wh/kg SiCore™ lithium-ion battery, the company’s most energy-dense cell to date. Built on Amprius’ proprietary silicon anode […]

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Korean Drone Innovation Showcase: 11 Leading Companies Set to Exhibit at XPONENTIAL 2025 https://dronelife.com/2025/05/05/korean-drone-innovation-showcase-11-leading-companies-set-to-exhibit-at-xponential-2025/ https://dronelife.com/2025/05/05/korean-drone-innovation-showcase-11-leading-companies-set-to-exhibit-at-xponential-2025/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 16:39:45 +0000 https://nikitaondrones.com/2025/05/05/korean-drone-innovation-showcase-11-leading-companies-set-to-exhibit-at-xponential-2025/

South Korea’s reputation for precision engineering, advanced technology manufacturing, and innovation will be on full display at AUVSI’s XPONENTIAL 2025, where eleven cutting-edge drone companies will exhibit at the Korea Pavilion (Booth #2621). As the U.S. drone industry increasingly prioritizes secure supply chains and trusted technology partnerships, this pavilion represents a significant opportunity for collaboration […]

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Skydio Delivers First X10D Systems for U.S. Army’s SRR Program as U.S. Manufacturers Race to Scale Production https://dronelife.com/2025/05/05/skydio-delivers-first-x10d-systems-for-u-s-armys-srr-program-as-u-s-manufacturers-race-to-scale-production/ https://dronelife.com/2025/05/05/skydio-delivers-first-x10d-systems-for-u-s-armys-srr-program-as-u-s-manufacturers-race-to-scale-production/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 16:12:39 +0000 https://nikitaondrones.com/2025/05/05/skydio-delivers-first-x10d-systems-for-u-s-armys-srr-program-as-u-s-manufacturers-race-to-scale-production/

Skydio has successfully delivered the first X10D drone systems to a U.S. Army unit preparing for imminent deployment, marking a significant milestone in the Tranche 2 phase of the Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record. The California-based manufacturer’s ability to fulfill this order within days highlights the growing focus on U.S. production capacity […]

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Frenzy of leaked photos show DJI Osmo 360 ‘prototype’ https://dronedj.com/2025/05/05/frenzy-of-leaked-photos-show-dji-osmo-360-prototype/ https://dronedj.com/2025/05/05/frenzy-of-leaked-photos-show-dji-osmo-360-prototype/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 14:25:57 +0000 https://nikitaondrones.com/2025/05/05/frenzy-of-leaked-photos-show-dji-osmo-360-prototype/

It was just a few days ago that we saw our first potential photo of the DJI Osmo 360, although I called it sketchy and potentially photoshopped. Turns out I might owe Xdrones Studio an apology as over the weekend all the usual leakers shared more photos of the camera, although it’s still uncertain if and when it will come out.

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When Insta360 launched the X4 last year, it felt like a giant leap forward for 360° content creators. With stunning 8K video and a sleek design, it quickly became the go-to camera for adventurers, vloggers, and anyone who wanted every angle covered. But now, Insta360 is back with the new X5, and it’s not just leveling up — it’s rewriting the rules.

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A recent hearing by the US House Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs revealed a troubling surge in unauthorized drone activity over US military installations, posing what officials describe as a serious threat to national security.

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New system combines heavy-lift drone and smart mesh to clear landmines safely and efficiently Draganfly and Autonome Labs Launch Aerial Demining Drone Partnership Draganfly Inc., a long-time innovator in drone systems, has announced a new teaming agreement with Autonome Labs, a company focused on humanitarian technology. Together, they will develop an unmanned aerial system to […]

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How drones transformed Asheville’s disaster response https://dronedj.com/2025/05/03/how-drones-transformed-ashevilles-disaster-response/ https://dronedj.com/2025/05/03/how-drones-transformed-ashevilles-disaster-response/#respond Sat, 03 May 2025 23:27:59 +0000 https://nikitaondrones.com/2025/05/03/how-drones-transformed-ashevilles-disaster-response/

In a new blog post, DJI shared how DJI’s Dock drone-in-a-box system served as a “blueprint” for future citywide disaster response. Another reason how drones are doing the world good, saving lives, and keeping communities safe.

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As drones become more integrated into commercial, industrial, and public safety operations, states are moving quickly to regulate their use. Two recent examples of state drone laws- Ohio’s H.B. 77 and Florida’s S.B. 700 -demonstrate the trend toward stricter state-level oversight. Here’s what these laws mean for drone operators and the broader industry. Ohio House […]

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SiFly Launches NDAA-Compliant Long-Endurance Drones to Expand Industrial and Public Safety Capabilities https://dronelife.com/2025/05/01/sifly-launches-ndaa-compliant-long-endurance-drones-to-expand-industrial-and-public-safety-capabilities/ https://dronelife.com/2025/05/01/sifly-launches-ndaa-compliant-long-endurance-drones-to-expand-industrial-and-public-safety-capabilities/#respond Thu, 01 May 2025 16:58:47 +0000 https://nikitaondrones.com/2025/05/01/sifly-launches-ndaa-compliant-long-endurance-drones-to-expand-industrial-and-public-safety-capabilities/

Silicon Valley startup exits stealth with Q12 and Q250 platforms, offering 10x range and helicopter-class performance SiFly Unveils High-Endurance Drones for Industrial and Emergency Applications SiFly, a Silicon Valley-based startup, has officially exited stealth mode, revealing two new drone platforms designed to address the key challenges facing the $35 billion industrial drone market. The company’s […]

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