Drones

3D to transform consumer electronics future

With smartphones, drones, automobiles, 3D printing and the internet of things converging to deliver novel high-tech concepts, the 3D technology will transform how consumer electronics are manufactured and consumed, according to Dassault Systemes -- the world leader in 3D design software.

Dec 12, 2015, 19:59 PM IST

Tough times ahead for drones flying in China as PLA Air Force tightens monitoring

Drone owners in China are in for a tough time after the People's Liberation Army (PLA) pledged to tighten monitoring of such aircraft, the media reported on Tuesday.

Nov 24, 2015, 15:37 PM IST

US moves toward mandatory registration of drones

The experts' recommendations mark the first step toward adopting of a formal law to this effect.

Nov 24, 2015, 03:52 AM IST

Drones to monitor crowd during Dev Diwali celebrations in PM Modi's constituency

Police will use drones to monitor crowd movement during the celebration of Dev Diwali in Varanasi next week.

Nov 21, 2015, 19:51 PM IST

China deploys radars, drones on borders to curb infiltration?

Many border areas have deployed an integrated frontier monitoring system consisting of advanced radars and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Nov 06, 2015, 16:41 PM IST

Italy to join US, Britain in arming drones

Italy will become the third country to fly armed drones along with the US and Britain following a nod from the US state Department, Italian media reported.

Nov 06, 2015, 12:16 PM IST

Soon, drones to repair potholes and street lights!

Researchers from the University of Leeds are leading a pioneering £4.2 million national infrastructure research project with the vision of creating self-repairing cities.

Oct 26, 2015, 09:38 AM IST

Drones to autonomously repair cities of the future

An army of drones could soon keep a watchful eye over streets in the UK, repairing things like potholes and busted street lamps, scientists say.

Oct 25, 2015, 15:52 PM IST

Drones used in Jammu, Srinagar to study traffic

To decongest the city roads, Jammu and Kashmir Police have, for the first time, used drones in the capital cities of Srinagar and Jammu.

Oct 16, 2015, 15:51 PM IST

DNA: India eyes Russian S-400 Triumf air defence missile system

India is planning to acquire new-generation Russian S-400 Triumf air defence missile systems, as per a media report.

Oct 15, 2015, 00:10 AM IST

Ozzy Osbourne 'spies' on neighbours

Singer Ozzy Osbourne has strange hobbies. Recently, it came to light that the singer likes to fly drones over his neighbours' homes  

Oct 10, 2015, 12:18 PM IST

India turns to Israel for armed drones as Pakistan, China build fleets

India has accelerated plans to buy drones from Israel that can be armed, defence sources said, allowing the military to carry out strikes overseas with less risk to personnel.

Sep 22, 2015, 04:02 AM IST

Separate UAV cadre being planned for Indian Air Force: Report

The Indian Air Force is considering the creation of a separate cadre for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Sep 13, 2015, 04:41 AM IST

Facebook talks up need for virtual reality, big tech bets

Virtual reality, artificial intelligence and drones will enable Facebook Inc to create a more lifelike and useful social network, the company said in its clearest explanation so far for technology projects that have puzzled some investors and analysts.

Mar 27, 2015, 08:56 AM IST