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Parallax Advanced Research Becomes Member of Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International

Beavercreek, Ohio – Dennis Andersh, president, and CEO of Parallax Advanced Research has announced that Parallax has become a member of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). AUVSI is the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems, drones, and robotics. AUVSI represents corporations and professionals from more than 60... Continue reading

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Takes R&D to New Heights

March marks the beginning of a month dedicated to the theme of "R&D to Real World Operations" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, proudly sponsored by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO). In this article, we interview James Grimsley, the Executive Director of Advanced Technology Initiatives at CNO, who has been instrumental in shaping... Continue reading

Debbie Saunders, Wildlife Drones | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 13

The  “R&D to Real World Ops” theme of March on Dawn of Autonomy podcast, sponsored by Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma concludes with an episode that features Dr. Debbie Saunders, the Founder, CEO, and Chief Remote Pilot at Wildlife Drones who is a leading Conservation Ecologist. Frustrated by inefficient animal tracking methods, she developed Wildlife Drones... Continue reading

Airspace Awareness Exhibitors and Content Takes the Stage at XPONENTIAL 2024

XPONENTIAL 2024 is just around the corner. This year, the event will be held at the San Diego Convention Center from April 22 to 25, 2024. The uncrewed focus of the event is not limited to the systems themselves but also the emerging and evolving safety and security challenges that come with implementing new technologies.... Continue reading

Denver Hopkins, Horizon Aerobotics | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 12

It’s “R&D to Real World Ops” on the Dawn of Autonomy as we continue a month sponsored by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, and featuring Denver Hopkins, CEO at Horizon Aerobotics. Denver Hopkins is a 24-year technology veteran and has delivered successful projects across a range of industries including consumer electronics, IT infrastructure and aerospace.... Continue reading

AUVSI and CDA Release Guidance on the FAA UAS Remote Identification Rule

The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), an independent non-profit organization led by key members of the commercial drone industry, and the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems and robotics, has released a reference document providing guidance to the commercial drone industry on staying... Continue reading

The 2024 William T. Pecora Awards Nominations Now Being Accepted through MAY 15, 2024

The William T. Pecora Award is presented annually to individuals or groups who have made outstanding contributions toward understanding the Earth by means of remote sensing.  The Department of the Interior (DOI) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) jointly sponsor the award.   The award was established in 1974 to honor the memory of... Continue reading

AUVSI Applauds Signing of Drone Prepared Legislation into Law in South Dakota

Today, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed Senate Bill 169 into law after its unanimous passage in the State’s Senate and 67-2 passage in the House of Representatives. The law, which was supported by AUVSI, codifies the rights of commercial and recreational drone operators, reaffirms the authority of the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) over air navigation and... Continue reading

James Grimsley, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 10

March is "R&D to Real World Operations" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, and we're thrilled to begin with our month sponsor, the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO). This week’s show features James Grimsley, CNO’s Executive Director of Advanced Technology Initiatives. James is a distinguished figure in the field of advanced aviation and aerial... Continue reading

About AUVSI

Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.