Stream the video from a DJI drone to a second mobile device with Litchi Vue Watch the how-to video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hBmT14FNhw Litchi Vue a…
DJI Dock 2 enhances landing stability and reliability through an improved image recognition system and a sloped design that guides the drone for precise positioning within the dock. For added security, it comes with a built-in backup battery that provides over 5 hours of operation in case of po...
The term is, of course, Rob Nixon‘s, but I borrowed it to emphasise that the violence of sudden death from the air – whether in the air raids of the First and Second World Wars or the drone strikes of the early twenty-first century – neither begins nor ends with the explosion of...
1.7 trillion dollars of damage was done and 2.9 billion people were affected due to global disasters that occurred between 2002 and 2012. With economic and human losses of this magnitude, every new technology that promises to save lives has a huge potential, including drone technology. ...
For micro drones, there is also a mini version with a 9mm diameter that weighs only 0.7g but is quieter at around 86 dB at a 20 cm distance. AliExpress:https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdiVGQZ Wiring Simply connect the beeper to the dedicated buzzer pads on your flight controller. Th...
A common question I receive is whether an action camera can double as an FPV camera. Although it’s technically possible with certain action cameras that have analogue video output, it’s generally not recommended. The reason is that most action cameras have high latency, which negatively impacts...
In rolling seas, drones with large landing legs (i.e., the DJI Phantom) are preferable for safety reasons. For deployments that can be from shore and/or for very large jellyfish aggregations, a fixed-wing drone may be appropriate. 2.1.3. Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Flight Plan Flight...
We changed the AC socket: we connected the two wires of the charger to the pads that contacted the power lines (one to the ground and the other to the line); We located the charger onboard the drone; We connected the charger to the drone battery (or batteries). ...
Easy takeoffs and landings were a plus for a beginner like myself. I learned to incorporate the altitude hold and homing functions that provide a level of automated flight. This gave me more time to watch the streaming footage. With light gear, I managed to drop micro jig lures into the...
photo results possible with more expensive models. You get what you pay for. That said, if you're not worried about wowing YouTube with your sweeping panoramic masterpiece, you don't have to spend a fortune to get a good, fun drone. Here are the best drones I've tested for every ...