Welcome to your weekly UAS news update we have 3 stories for you; DJI Launches Agras T100 and T70 & Enterprise DJI Leaks, Anzu Robotics now has automated flight planning, and a drone rescue in Washington!Â
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First up, DJI launched a few new products this week!
DJI also released the Agras T100 and T70 in China, meaning we may see these come to the US in the following months. The T100 comes with a 330lb maximum takeoff weight, a 100-liter capacity of fertilizer, and a payload of 187 lbs. The T70 is slightly smaller and comes in two variants, one with a 50-liter capacity and one with a 70-liter capacity. The total payload on the T70 is 143 lbs and features an 8-minute charging time on the battery. In the US, drones would require a 44807 exemption to operate and a Part 137 if used for agriculture. With the T100 and T70, DJI has also released a new D-RTK3, a New DJI RC Plus with O4, and an O4 image relay station. Again, these product releases are limited to China, but are an exciting view into what may come next to the US!Â
Next up, Anzu has partnered with DroneLink for automated planning! The new integration into the Raptor series allows for advanced mapping including orbits, vertical facades, panos, custom waypoint missions, and panos. New mapping features include single grid, double grid, linear maps, and terrain following, along with custom settings for camera angles and overlaps. Facade inspections include flying vertical columns, spirals, stacked orbits, or horizontal paths, and again, the same custom settings for camera angles, pitch, and overlap. Cool changes to the Anzu that should allow many more folks to take advantage of them!
Last up, Police in Clark County, Washington found two mushroom hunters lost in the backcountry using a weatherproof drone this week! Over 50 volunteers, multiple canines, and SAR teams faced challenging conditions including hail, sleet, and pouring rain while searching. The breakthrough came when the sheriff deployed an DJI M30 and was able to locate one of the missing mushroom hunters from the air and vector ground searchers in on the victim's location. The breakthrough came when the sheriff deployed an DJI M30 and was able to locate one of the missing mushroom hunters from the air and vector ground searchers in on the victim's location. Great use of the drone in poor weather conditions for a successful outcome!Â
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Lastly, for some Community news: we have a winner for the November Drone Photo Contest. The theme was architecture and Ed Ruttledge won with this photo of "The Peter Courtney Minto Island Bridge".
That’s all for this week, we’ll see you later in the community for Happy Hour and on Monday for our Q&A!
By: Pilot Institute Title: Drone News: New DJI Releases, Anzu Automated Flights, Washington Drone Rescue Sourced From: www.youtube.com/watch?v=83WePKM4wcw
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do drone photographers make?
Photographers make more than $10k a gig depending on the length of their flights and where they are shooting. If you shoot in remote areas such as national parks or forests, you could earn upwards of $20-30 an hour.
Retail workers make $15-25 an hour, so you could easily earn $50-$75 flying drones. There are other opportunities to make more. Many drone pilots work for companies that require them fly across the country and even internationally.
Prices for flights can range from $100 to $300 depending on the amount of time spent flying and the distance covered. These fees can add up quickly but if you love flying and photography it might be worth it.
Which are some great places to use a drone to take photos?
Drones are an extremely useful tool to capture breathtaking shots of nature and landscapes. Drones can be used to take close-up photos of birds and butterflies, or capture stunning scenery.
Drones are best used in mountains, deserts and other locations such as beaches, cities, oceans, rivers, and lakes. Drone enthusiasts love to capture picturesque views of their home and other local attractions.
If you want to see new places, it is worth shooting at night as the lights illuminate the surroundings. It is also possible to shoot in other seasons, such as winter, when snow covers the ground.
How do I get started drone photography?
You have many options to begin photographing with a drone. First, you can buy a pre-made drone kit. This kit will contain everything you need for getting started. They vary in price from $200 to $500 depending upon the model.
A drone can also be built. Although this can be a bit complicated, it's still possible to create something that works well enough to take some decent photos and videos.
We recommend that you start with a quadcopter if you want to build your own drone. A quadcopter, like conventional helicopters has four propellers or rotors instead of the usual two.
A quadcopter can be assembled and maintained in a much shorter time than a helicopter. It's also cheaper to purchase and easier to carry around.
First, you need to pick the right parts. Motors, batteries and controllers are all required. Pick the correct size, weight and type.
Next, you will need to choose which type of controller you want. There are many different options, including touch screens, joysticks, and remote controllers. A drone with a built in camera is a good choice.
Once you've chosen the right parts, you're ready to assemble your drone. A preassembled kit is a great option to save time and make things simpler. However, if you prefer to build your own, you'll need to follow a few steps before assembling your drone.
Step 1: Attach the battery pack
To start building your quadcopter you'll first need to connect it to the motor. To start, remove the cover from the battery pack. Next, slide the battery in place.
Step 2: Connect the motors
Next, mount the motors to the right slots. Each motor needs to be installed in its respective slot. Make sure the motors are facing forward when installing them.
Step 3: Install your propeller
Attach the propellers to your frame. Be sure to place them at equal distances.
Once you have completed all of these steps, your drone is now ready for testing! If there is no movement when the engine turns on, check that the propellers point forward. Make sure there aren't any obstructions between the propellers.
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Two main types of cameras are commonly used when making time-lapses: DSLRs (Digital Single Lens Reflex), that are usually more expensive than point and shoot digital cameras.
Due to the way light enters the camera, DSLR cameras tend to produce better-quality images. They are not ideal for video because they require manual focus, exposure and exposure settings.
For beginners, point-and-shoot cameras such as the GoPro are simpler to use. Videos can look grainy due to the lower resolution.
A consumer drone makes the best time-lapse camera. These small flying robots make a great alternative to expensive professional drones.
A drone is a remotely controlled aircraft that can fly autonomously and without human intervention. A drone generally uses one propeller to fly. Quadcopter drones could have multiple propellers.
Drones can be used to capture cinematic footage from a bird's-eye view. For smooth handheld footage, drones may be outfitted to include a gimbal stabilizer.
For a time-lapse effect, you can start recording while your drone hovers above the subject. If there is no direct sunlight overhead, the sky will appear darker during the shot.
You can adjust the shutter speed and aperture to achieve the desired effect. If you are filming a sunset, for example, the shutter speed can be set at 30 seconds and the aperture wide open to allow in as much natural lighting as possible.
You should use the opposite approach for night shots. You can reduce light entering your camera by slowing the shutter speed to 1/second and closing the aperture. This produces a bright image that makes details visible.
