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Staying informed about H.R.2864 - Countering CCP Drones Act is crucial for anyone involved in the drone industry or interested in tech policy. Here's how to keep up with this important legislation: Track the Bill's Progress: - Visit congress.gov and search for H.R.2864 - Check the bill's current status, full text, and any amendments

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The Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) program and partners are furthering a public-private collaboration to assess innovative C-UAS technologies to thwart drones being used for nefarious purposes. During the latest round of evaluation in July, S&T put three more promising technologies to the test. Last summer, S&T’s C-UAS program brought government, academia, and industry together to examine two sets of technology solutions—kinetic mitigation and non-kinetic mitigation—capable of detecting, tracking, identifying, and countering the malicious use of drones in defense of our homeland and the public. A year later, the team came back together to test three additional kinetic mitigation capabilities. Kinetic systems use the force of accelerating masses to physically alter, bring down, or destroy drones—forces such as projectiles, nets, photon plasma from lasers, and electromagnetic or radio waves. While kinetic mitigation technologies have been used by the Department of Defense, the collateral effects of using kinetic capabilities (such as falling debris from intercepted drones) were not clearly understood until this testing began last summer. #DHS #HomelandSecurity #Innovation #CounterUAV #ATTRAP

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Because #IACP will be about Drone as #FirstReaponder aka #DFR, here are some insights: - #publicsafety are some of the largest #enterprise customers within the #industry. - UAS Nexus collective have been working on DFR since 2017, and have worked with or advised *every* DFR #OEM on the market (except Skydio), so we have a unique perspective. - DFR is still *early* with no clear #hardware winner outside of DJI M300, where over 80% of all DFR missions are done - this includes Cape by Motorola Solutions, DroneSense, Inc., Axon Air, and Aerodome. Yea, that’s right - the overwhelming majority of DFR solutions are done by DJI, and built for it. This is still up for grabs, as current ConOps aren’t aligned with the #technical #challenges all companies face regarding #platforms and ports. - ‘DFR 2.0’ is essentially #software defined at this point, it’s a battle of #integration of existing tools (like CAD) and #UX (the drone is completely irrelevant and is abstracted from the entire process). It still suffers the ‘chunkiness’ problem of most #uas software suites, folks building the leaner and #modular solutions will win. - It’s all about #payloads and the #UI, remember: the drone is just a flying camera. - As of today, Skydio has the highest TRL of any #NDAA #automated solution but the Dock is delayed until 2025, and it took them A YEAR AFTER LAUNCHING X10 TO UNVEIL IT. FWIW, during that timeframe, Aerodome built and sold their company to Flock Safety. A lot can and will change in the next 12 months….. - #regulatory challenges abound regarding #BVLOS (Dedrone by Axon and AVSS | Drone Parachute Recovery Systems & Guided Delivery Systems are ahead of the pack…). #parachutes are going to be critical and are currently underutilized. #waivers will be #automated. - more #drone #OEM #consolidation is happening. 🤫 📸: circa 2017/18, early #prototype of a vertically integrated #VTOL solution for DFR. It later shifted into a platform agnostic solution, so we know how hard of a problem Hextronics is trying to solve with #mechatronics.

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Read #NigelSutton, FRAeS's #AUSA2024 exclusive interview by #Govconwire on #TCOMLP's growth strategy, which expands its portfolio of #persistentsurveillance and #ISR solutions. # Nigelsutton stated, "TCOM can now deliver a multi-layered, # multidomain approach to #intelligence, #surveillance, and #reconnaissance. From ground level to the #stratosphere, ensuring comprehensive #situationalawareness." Read the full interview on the link below. #SituationalAwareness, #TetheredDrones, #Aerostats, #UAS, #HABS, #MultiDomainAwarness, #Defense, #Aerospace, #Nigel Sutton, FRAeS, Ron Bendlin, Aerostar (Aerostar International LLC)

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New Security Industry Association (SIA) Video: Why We Need Legislative Changes to Help Prevent Domestic Drone Attacks with D-Fend Solutions' Brett Feddersen and P3 Tech Consulting's Dawn Zoldi. Watch Brett and Dawn highlight the current threat landscape and advocate for why policy changes need to be strongly considered! Also read the article. Link in comments. #counterdrone #antidrone #cuas

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The highlights from the SASC FY25 NDAA Summary include: • $25B topline above FRA caps • Streamline Milestone A and B approvals • Strengthens Middle Tier of Acquisition authority • Reinforces the need to reform DoD budget and requirements processes • Increased approval thresholds for OTAs • UAS and C-UAS initiatives • AI and Emerging Tech #NDAA #FY25NDAA https://lnkd.in/gJmJ2wpv

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Military operations are being transformed by technological advancements, including the increased use of drones, as strategies are backed by the JADC2 initiative. Read more to learn about 5 specific technologies that enable the rise of swarm operations. https://lnkd.in/eTQpUWVz #AI #swarmoperations #JADC2 #AitechSystems

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In Colorado, police departments are transforming public safety by integrating drones as first responders. These cutting-edge tools save lives, cut costs, and enhance efficiency by delivering real-time aerial insights before officers arrive. This capability not only improves situational awareness but also allows officers to approach potentially dangerous situations with a strategic advantage, leading to safer outcomes. At PDW, we're excited to innovate and explore how drones can redefine public safety, creating smarter, safer communities. https://okt.to/8SFDv5 #Drones #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety #Innovation #FutureOfPolicing

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What would you do with your own Air Force? When you don't actually fly, but tell the drone what you want it to do. What could your organization do with an air force, that can put just about any sensor, just about anywhere. Ad hoc, and/or on a regularly scheduled bases. Random routes, or pre-programmed over and over to measure changes over time. Getting an update on the latest this week from team Skydio #skydio #autonomous #autonomy #sensors #fly #program

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Join us for exclusive insights!  Catch Raghav Mallick, Sr. Product Manager, as he introduces the Q6 V3 – the latest in #publicsafety #drones designed to elevate mission efficiency and safety. Where: ElevateUAV Summit, FIU Kovens Center, #Miami, FL When: 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM ET Don’t miss this chance to see how Q6 V3 can redefine public safety missions. See you there! #productlaunch #drones

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📢 Integrity alert. GM's Cruise submits false report to influence federal investigation. "False report"...you meaning "lying"??? 🤥 These daily reports of corporations working to lie, deceive, obfuscate, bend the truth, etc. are getting tiresome. But with paltry fines (e.g., $500K) and zero social consequences, what is to stop them? #WeDeserveBetter #CorporateAccountability

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More and more companies are turning to Omnilert as the solution to AI Gun Detection.

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The future of #airspace #security is at a crucial crossroads. As #Congress deliberates on multiple counter-drone bills, the outcomes will determine how effectively we can protect our skies from unauthorized or malicious #drone activities. In his latest op-ed for Commercial UAV News, Dedrone’s own Ryan Little explains why this is a make-or-break moment for these #counterdrone measures and outlines the potential impact on public safety, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure. It’s a must-read for anyone following #AirspaceSecurity or concerned about the evolving landscape of #DroneTechnology. #CounterDrone #PublicSafety #CongressionalAction #TechPolicy

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Nicholas Nelson, Senior Fellow for Emerging Tech & Policy at CEPA and is a Partner at MD One Ventures. Andrew Stiles, advisor on emerging technologies as a management consultant for nearly a decade. Kyra Terenzio, Management consultant specialising in emerging technology at a leading professional services firm. "Domain awareness is an ongoing challenge in countries with large Arctic land masses such as Alaska, where strained connectivity, power access, and extreme weather all hinder unmanned systems. NASA’s drone, Vanilla, flew for six hours in the Arctic totaling over 130 miles. Unique technology such as its internal heating system and anti-icing coating, if adapted to other robotic systems, could help make them more resilient, durable, and interoperable within the Arctic. Additionally, space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (SB-ISR) sensors are critical. However, satellites historically struggle with connectivity, signal fidelity, and resolution quality due to snowfall, cloud coverage, wind, and precipitation. To tackle these, Canada funded the Enhanced Satellite Communication Project – Polar (ESCP-P), which will enable narrowband and wideband satellite communications including beyond line of sight. Polar-orbiting satellites, and the infrastructure to launch them, are also increasingly vital. Russia launched its Arktika-M satellite in December, the second of nine it plans to send into orbit by 2026. The seven NATO countries in the High North will need to expand their own space-based and ground-based communications, such as durable and portable 5G systems and polar-orbit satellites, to provide ubiquitous, rapid data transmission for NATO activity in the High North."

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📡🛡️ "Shaping the Future: MIL-STD-188-165 Modem Standards Update" 🛡️📡 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gV3adMRG 1️⃣ 🖋️ "Request for Industry Insights" 🖋️ The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) seeks industry feedback on proposed changes to MIL-STD-188-165, focusing on the interoperability of Super High Frequency (SHF) satellite communications PSK modems. Areas of interest include test parameters for Multiple-Carrier modems, TDMA, FHSS, and DSSS, as well as Positive Control data points. 2️⃣ 🔍 "Scope and Technical Challenges" 🔍 This RFI aims to gather information for planning purposes without committing the U.S. Government to any contracts. The evolving capabilities of modems necessitate adjustments to current standards, with MIL-STD-188-165B/C1 serving as a foundation while further investigations continue to ensure relevant and useful requirements. 3️⃣ 📅 "Industry Day Discussions" 📅 Industry participants are encouraged to submit responses by 12 July 2024 and attend the Industry Day meetings from 5th to 9th August 2024 in Colorado Springs, CO. These sessions will facilitate detailed discussions on MIL-STD-188-165 and MIL-STD-188-164, with a specific agenda to be released based on industry feedback. Shape the next generation of satellite communications by participating! #MILSTD188 #SatelliteComms #DefenseTech #IndustryFeedback #DISA #ModemStandards #TechInnovation @DISA_STG @IndustryCollaborate

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SAE International, 2024 DoD Maintenance Symposium in Salt Lake City. Engage with the DoD Maintenance and Sustainment Communities.   https://lnkd.in/eC5SQQJX U.S. Army Materiel Command will see some of the most significant benefits and utility from ubiquitous autonomy. Autonomous maintenance and sustainment of our military bases, saving billions of dollars and keeping systems operational. The gains in efficiency and safety for resupply are enormous, especially with degraded environments in the theater. The nation that deploys INTELLIGENT INFRASTRUCTURE, enabling Industry 4.0 transformations, will gain global economic dominance and defense overmatch. INTELLIGENT INFRASTRUCTURE will provide operational resilience, accelerate our innovation OODA loop with autonomous robotics, and radically reduce operational and sustainment costs. US Army organizations like U.S. Army Installation Management Command and US Army Corps of Engineers will be the bridge between the civilian effort and the DOD and lead the nation with Intelligent Infrastructure.  Autonomy Institute INTELLIGENT INFRASTRUCTURE, CONTINUUM of Innovation Capital, AUTONOMY PRIME, ATLAS PROGRAM, SKYHATTAN, Autonomous Nation #infrastructure #leadership #northstar #future #commerce #mission #arpai #nextg #apnt #transportation #edgeai #i2infrastructure #robotics #technology #automation #digital #productivity #autonomy

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