Guest post by Emily Folk Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, are a growing investment for both business and recreational purposes. They help different industries with maintenance, monitoring and data collection. The forestry sector is now seeing the benefits, as well. A forestry drone helps with aerial imagery, managing forest fires, tracking pests and planning. …

Guest post by Thomas Glare So you got yourself a brand new DJI drone? That’s awesome. The camera comes nicely stabilized, and the set-up is so simple that it’s quite easy to start recording amazing footage right away. But while it’s simple to take long-exposure shots at nighttime, it becomes more difficult during the daytime. …

Guest post by Emily Folk Invasive species are a dramatic threat to ecosystems around the world. Over the years, as we’ve realized the kind of menace these plant and animal species present, we’ve explored various ways to protect native species and remove the invaders.  These have been met with various levels of success. New technology …

Guest post by Indiana Lee Drones are now a familiar part of our skies, and we have begun to explore their potential to assist our emergency services personnel. Police are introducing them in law enforcement activities, and they are helping rescue teams mount an effective response following natural disasters. One area that unmanned aerial vehicles …

Guest post by Emily Folk Waste management is a crucial part of maintaining a clean and well-functioning society. As humans produce more waste, this can be a challenging task, but drones can help. As this technology becomes more prevalent, more companies and governments realize the potential of drones for waste management. Uncrewed aerial vehicles offer …

Guest Post by Mattea Jacobs There was a time that drones were only seen as flying cameras used for fun, but those times have changed as drone technology improved, and possibilities got recognized. Today the use of drones in specific business sectors is seen as a fast and relatively cheap option in areas where humans …

Guest post by Indiana Lee Drones have become a familiar aspect of our contemporary world. Whether they’re capturing video of sweeping, exotic vistas, or a tool of military campaigns, we largely accept them as a frequent feature of our skies. We’re also becoming more creative about the ways in which this technology can be utilized …

Guest post by Emily Folk The tech industry has been making strides for decades. In the last few years alone, drones have emerged as an attention-grabbing innovation. Now, these devices are helping experts protect our beaches and the ecosystems and wildlife that come with them.  A drone is a versatile tool. Professional-grade ones can fly …

Guest post by Emily Folk Plastic pollution, especially in our planet’s oceans, is one of the biggest problems we’re facing today. Conservationists have found plastic in the stomachs of 60% of seabird species, and 100% of sea turtles examined. These native animals mistake drifting plastics for a meal and fill their bellies. Afterwards, they starve …

Guest Post by Indiana Lee As more and more drones take to the skies to survey land, map neighborhoods, assess crops and monitor traffic, they are generating enormous amounts of data. The market for unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly referred to as drones, is expected to grow from $17.2 billion in 2017 to $48.9 billion by …