Dronegenuity Officially Enters Babson BETA Challenge

Hudson, MA (PRWEB) February 24, 2017 Massachusetts startup Dronegenuity today announced its entry into Babson College’s annual BETA challenge. Dronegenuity, based out of Hudson, MA and led by CEO and MBA alumnus Dan Edmonson, provides aerial drone services to businesses throughout the United States. The company believes it is in a strong position to compete in the contest that awards …

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Massachusetts Drone Startups to Watch

Massachusetts has been a launching pad for a diverse set of drone startups. The state’s technology-centered economy and second-to-none higher education system have led the Bay State to become an early leader in drone industry startups.   Hydroswarm When China temporarily seized an American underwater drone in the South China Sea in December 2016, much of the public was surprised …

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8 Ways Texans are Innovating with Drones

The term “drone” usually brings to mind military use or the neighborhood kid’s new toy. However, individuals and large organizations are finding drone technology to be a useful tool. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) predicts by 2020, there will be seven million drones flying over the United States. Currently, the FAA estimates there are 1.5 hobbyist drones flying around and …

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How the Construction Industry is Leveraging Drones to Improve BIM Output

Competition in the construction industry is fierce. Business Information Modeling (BIM) software has been around for a while, but savvy engineers, architects and contractors are now discovering the power of combining BIM with drone technology to get a leg up. BIM uses a wealth of data gathered in various ways to accurately create a 3D model of a project, significantly …

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Promoting Productivity Using DatuSurvey

In just a couple of years, the combination of small UAVs and advanced surveying software has brought about a true paradigm shift in the world of surveyors and civil engineers.  Drones are no longer simply being used by marketing departments seeking picturesque aerial photography; today, drone technology is put to a wide range of other valuable processes, such as creating …

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8 Ways Drones Are Helping Florida’s Economy Fly

Florida is well-known for its 1,800 miles of coastline, hundreds of freshwater springs, delicious citrus and, of course, Disney World. However, the state is adding a new designation. A recent study found that Florida is tied for the highest number of commercial drone applications in the U.S., just behind California. Florida’s standing is impressive since it has about half the …

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10 Ways Moms Can Turn Drone Time into Learning Time

So buying a drone for your child seemed like a great idea a month ago, right?  Since then, the shiny new toy has become a nuisance requiring constant supervision.  I get it.  We’ve put together some creative activities to help mom’s make the most of that time by turning the crashing and playing into a truly educational experience. Drones are …

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CBRE Acquires Floored, Inc.

CBRE kicked off 2017 with a continuation of its recent acquisition-based growth strategy. The company announced yesterday that it has acquired, Floored, Inc., a provider of technology that allows users to create layouts and test-fits for properties, create interactive 3D tours, and experience virtually-created properties. This acquisition is the latest in a series of acquisitions by the Real Estate Brokerage …

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Flying Dolly Cinematography

hink about the last time you were on an airplane coming home after a long trip. You’ve begun your descent. A bell-tone sounds from the PA system and you’ve been instructed to fasten your seatbelt and return your seat and tray table to an upright position. You look around. What are the passengers around you doing? Some are gathering their …