Rapid adaptation of deep learning teaches drones to survive any weather
To be truly useful, drones—that is, autonomous flying vehicles—will need to learn to navigate real-world weather and wind conditions.
May 4, 2022
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Engineering
The weather's effects on commercial drones may hinder their widespread use
Small aerial drones are touted as a disruptive technology, with massive investment and hype surrounding their use. They may deliver our morning coffee, pizzas, time-sensitive medical supplies and Amazon orders.
Jun 21, 2021
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Engineering
Better control of heavy-lift crane vessels
Massive heavy-lift crane vessels, capable of hauling thousands of tons, navigate the rough waves and strong winds offshore to construct wind turbines and oil fields in the ocean. An international team of researchers has developed ...
Jun 18, 2021
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Machine learning predicts blackouts caused by storms
Thunderstorms are common all over the world in summer. As well as spoiling afternoons in the park, lightning, rain and strong winds can damage power grids and cause electricity blackouts. It's easy to tell when a storm is ...
Jul 30, 2019
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