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Researchers use drones to observe pregnancy status of dolphins
A group of researchers have utilised drones to monitor the pregnancy status of dolphins. According to an article on BBC News, the University of Aberdeen
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Drones enter fight against malaria
Scientists from a Welsh university are using drones to combat the spread of malaria in Zanzibar. The team from Aberystwyth University developed this technology to
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Drones to Track Landmine Detecting Bees
Unbeknownst to many, bees have an ability to identify the scent of explosives by using their antennae. In previous years, countries such as Croatia have
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Scientists to Test Rain-Triggering Drones
A team of scientists are to test drones that are designed to trigger rainfall from clouds. This comes from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) wanting
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NHS drone trial aims to help COVID-19 battle
Drones are set to transport COVID-19 samples under a new project backed by UK and European Space Agencies. Navigated using satellite enabled GPS the drones
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Firefighters utilise drones to battle US wildfires
To combat wildfires in the US, firefighters have increased their use of a piece of technology that can access areas of danger where helicopters and
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Brazilian tribes using drones to monitor deforestation
Tribes in Brazil have enlisted the aid of drones to monitor areas of deforestation. The tribes, assisted by a number of non-governmental organisations (NGOs), have
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Drone sensor system to prevent power line collisions
A sensor system has been developed for autonomous drones that helps them to avoid collisions with power lines. Originally developed by scientists at the Army
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Paving the way in pothole prevention
Potholes can be small or large, shallow or deep, an inconvenience and also very dangerous. We have become accustomed to seeing them on the roads
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Drones deliver Covid testing kits to Scottish islands
Drones will deliver coronavirus testing kits and technology to islands off the west coast of Scotland. Skyports will be working with NHS Highland, which serves
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#48 Paving the way in pothole prevention
How nematode worms, 3D printing and drones could revolutionise our approach to maintaining road surfaces. According to the RAC we are 1.5 times more likely
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#47 Breathalysing Whales: Drones Revisited
An update on our Drones episode from January 2019 where we learn about new uses for unmanned aerial vehicles, and celebrate being shortlisted for three