What can we learn about drones from experts in the energy field? For that question, we turn to Kevin O’Fonovan, a freelance Technology expert who has been evangelizing how new technologies can transform the way we do things through-out his career. He has held senior Technical Sales & Sales Management roles at Compaq, HP and most recently at Intel where he was Worldwide Sales Director for the Energy Industry. He recently authored the Energy Industry Executive Roundtable Report for the … [Read more...]
Energy Experts Share Drone Insights, Kevin O’Donovan, Technology Evangelist
Lowering Insurance Rates Through Machine Learning – Tomer Kashi & Ori Blumenthal, Skywatch.AI
Is there a simple way to reduce flight risks? Today’s guests believe there is. Tomer Kashi, CEO and Ori Blumenthal, CTO are co-founders of Skywatch, a powerful data analytics platform that empowers drone operators and fleet managers to track their important safety metrics and reduce flight risks. Their platform leverages the power of machine learning to mitigate risk, which can lead to lower insurance rates for drone operators. In this edition of the Drone Radio Show, Tomer and Ori talk … [Read more...]
Why Pix4d set up a R&D Office in Berlin – Jorge Fernandez, Pix4D Berlin
Why did Pix4d set up a R&D office in Berlin, Germany? For that question, we turn to Jorge Fernandez, Product and Solution Manager for Pix4d Berlin. Jorge is resposible for the vision of Pix4D in the Agriculture industry. He is responsible for advancing product strategy, managing internal engineering resources and coordinating communications with key stakeholders and media. Backed with over ten years of scientific research, Pix4D is the industry leader in professional drone mapping and … [Read more...]
Bold Predictions for the Worldwide Drone Industry, Jeremiah Karpowicz, Commercial UAV News
What might we see happening in the worldwide drone industry? Fortunately, we don’t need a crystal ball, as today’s guest gives us some key insights. Jeremiah Karpowicz is the Executive Editor for Commercial UAV News. He has created articles, videos, newsletters, ebooks and more for various communities as a contributor and editor. He is also the author of a number of industry specific reports that feature exclusive insights and information around how drones are being used in various markets. … [Read more...]
Autonomous UAV Systems and Regulations: Dor Abuahsira, Percepto
Is it really possible to build a UAV company around autonomy with current regulations? Today's guest on the Drone Radio Show believes it is. Dor Abuahsira is the CEO and co-founder of Percepto, a technology company that brings together real-time machine vision and advanced AI capabilities to create fully autonomous and dynamic drones. The drones are capable of handling multiple missions, reacting to pre-set triggers, and optimizing operations all while reducing operational costs. Dor is an … [Read more...]
Giving UAV Operators A Path To More Money- Steven Flynn & Susan Talbot, SkyTango
Can we get paid more for following the rules? Today’s guest on the Drone Radio Show not only believes that we can, he’s jumped full force into creating a platform that will do it. Steven Flynn is the CEO and CoFounder of SkyTango, the world's first marketplace connecting drone operators, their content buyers, and landowners in a digital space where all can do business in a new and revolutionary way. Recently, SkyTango teamed up with Pond5, a global media marketplace, to give drone … [Read more...]
How Drones Are Used In Conflict Areas: Gail Orenstein, Photo / Drone Journalist
Can drones be used to help our understanding of war zones and conflict areas? If you asked today’s guest, she would offer a resounding YES! Gail Orenstein has been a global photojournalist and documentary photographer for 25 years. She’s originally from Mystic, Connecticut but has lived in London for 20 years now. Her work has taken her to over 71 countries, some of them are the most conflicted regions in the world including Syria, Iraq, Eastern Ukraine, Central Africa and Central America. … [Read more...]
The View Below The Water – Christine Spiten, Blueye Robotics
Ever wonder what it would be like to pilot an underwater drone? Christine Spiten is the Co-Founder & Chief Global Strategist for Blueye Robotics, a Norwegian based company that seeks to develop and sell the world's finest drone for underwater exploration. The company launched a new product, the Blueye Pioneer, a prosumer personal drone capable of reaching depths of 150 meters and providing an unparalleled user experience. In this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Christine talks about … [Read more...]
Start Up Opportunities In Europe: Heriberto Saldivar, Brinc
How do start up opportunities in Europe for drone technology compare to those in the United States. For that question, we speak with Heriberto Saldivar, the technical director for the Reimagine Drone program, an accelerator for drone startups organized by Brinc and Incubio. In this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Heri talks about current trends in the European drone market and how they compare to the U.S. market. He also talks about the finalists of the Reimagine Drone Accelerator and how … [Read more...]
Building a Remote Sensing Business – Rolf Schlub, TerraCam
What’s it take to build a successful UAS remote sensing business? Rolf Schlub, founder of TerraCam, based in Johanesburg, South Africa talks about the remote sensing business. TerraCam was founded in 2011 by Rolf W. Schlub to satisfy the growing trend of remote sensing in industries such as mining, land surveying, construction, urban development, security and agriculture. Using unmanned aerial platforms, TerraCam gathers image and video data that can then be processed into actionable … [Read more...]