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Designing for Scale: How U.S. Drone Manufacturers Are Building a Competitive Edge
At XPONENTIAL 2025, industry leaders reveal how design-driven manufacturing and supply chain innovation are powering a new era for American-made…
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- New State Drone Laws Set Strict Operational Boundaries
As drones become more integrated into commercial, industrial, and public safety operations, states are moving quickly to regulate their use. Two recent examples of state drone laws- Ohio’s H.B. 77 and Florida’s S.B. 700 -demonstrate the trend toward stricter state-level oversight. Here’s what these laws mean for drone operators and the broader industry. Ohio House Bill 77: Statewide Drone Restrictions (Now in Effect) Status: Signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine in January 2025; effective April 9, 2025. Full Text: Ohio H.B. 77 Highlights: Prohibited Operations: The law bans reckless drone flights that endanger people or property and prohibits interference… Read more: New State Drone Laws Set Strict Operational Boundaries
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- Evolve Dynamics Unveils Foxe and Wolfe: New Miniature Drones for Defense Operations
UK Manufacturer Introduces New Military Drones: Rugged ISR Platforms Inspired by Battlefield Lessons and Built for Harsh Environments Evolve Dynamics Launches Two Tactical UAS Platforms This week, as Europe marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, British drone manufacturer Evolve Dynamics introduced two new military drones: Foxe and Wolfe. The announcement took place at a commemorative event in Hampshire, UK, honoring veterans from the Royal British Legion. Foxe and Wolfe were developed with direct input from battlefield use, including operational insights gained from deployments in Ukraine. These systems are designed to meet the real-world needs of modern… Read more: Evolve Dynamics Unveils Foxe and Wolfe: New Miniature Drones for Defense Operations