by uav | Nov 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
Power Line Inspections the Drone Way Inspecting high-voltage electrical lines, cell towers and suspension bridges can be hazardous undertakings when humans have to climb to dizzying heights to get up close. Inspecting at a distance from a helicopter is a potentially...
by uav | Mar 4, 2015 | Reviews, Uncategorized
I recently had the chance to spend 2 days with customers training on the new DJI Inspire 1 platform. We took 2 relatively inexperienced pilots and had them up to speed on the Inspire 1 in a very short time. The user friendly...
by uav | Oct 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
I often get asked about selecting the perfect motor for an application. Rather than just saying use motor X, Y, or Z, this blog will explain how to use manufacturer motor data charts to help your selection process. Below is the Tiger Motor chart for the...
by uav | Oct 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
Matt and I have been educating ourselves, testing platforms and identifying appropriate software for aerial mapping. What is aerial mapping….it is the production of a high resolution orthophoto and/or 3D digital model of a site, building, large tract of...
by uav | Aug 19, 2014 | Tech, Uncategorized
This month we are going to talk about electronic speed controllers. This is an often overlooked piece of equipment that can have a dramatic affect on the performance of your multirotor aircraft. The basic job of a brushless DC ESC is to control the speed...
by uav | Jul 21, 2014 | Animal Protection, Custom Made Quadcopter, Protecting Endangered Species, Quadcopter, Steadidrone, Thermal Imaging, Uncategorized
The second largest land mammal on earth, the majestic white rhino is under siege by poachers looking to make big money selling its highly coveted tusks, which in many parts of Asia are thought to contain almost magical medicinal properties. UAV-America, a New...
