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GIS Chat PodcastJason San SouciSend us a textJason is the drone guy, or more professionally known as, a drone architect. His passion for drones has led him to podcasting, starting a nonprofit, a YouTube channel and working for Cognizant as a drone architect. Funny enough, the object that almost killed him in flight is the very object he dedicated his life learning and teaching others about. Listen in on this rambunctious conversation as Jason and I talk all things drones. www.spatialstack.ai/spatial-labOr Sign up: https://spatial-lab.circle.so/checkout/spatial-lab-member?affiliate_code=926635 2024-10-0442 min
Legacy Liftoff by DroneAdairEp. 13 - Jason San Souci - Geospatial & UAS PioneerTune in this week as we dive into the world of drones with Jason San Souci. Discover his incredible journey from the military to becoming a Geospatial pioneer. Gain insights into his ongoing contributions to the drone industry and how he's harnessing the power of technology for innovation and progress. You won't want to miss this week's episode!
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsansouci/
Non-profit - www.neurodiversityworks.org
Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/c/DoYouKnowDrones
2024-04-0544 min
Do You Know Drones?Elaine Ball Unveils the Secrets to Geospatial Marketing Success!In this riveting episode of "Do You Know Drones?", we're taking you to the heart of Geoweek, where innovation meets practicality. Join our host, Jason Sansucci, as he sits down with the effervescent Elaine Ball, a trailblazing force in geospatial marketing. Elaine brings her vibrant energy and sharp insights to the table, discussing the challenges of marketing complex geospatial technologies and the strategies that can transform technical innovations into market success stories.
Elaine doesn't just stop at marketing; she's on a mission to revolutionize the industry's approach to sales and customer engagement. With her dynamic tactics, she's...2024-02-2019 min
Do You Know Drones?Cloud Control: How Trimble & DroneDeploy Are Shaping the SkiesGet ready to explore the skies with our latest podcast episode featuring Mohamed Mostafa, the Lead Technical Authority at Trimble. Uncover the groundbreaking advancements in drone mapping and how Trimble's cloud-based processing is empowering precision data collection for the masses. This is your chance to hear from an industry titan about the future of UAS technology and its significant impacts. Don't miss this insightful episode that simplifies complex geospatial concepts, making them as accessible as watching your favorite show on Netflix. Listen now and join us in witnessing the evolution of an industry!2024-02-1331 min
Do You Know Drones?Drones on the Frontline: An Inside Look with Valerii Iakovenko of DroneUAIn this powerful and timely episode of "Do You Know Drones?", we're broadcasting straight from the Commercial UAV Expo 2023 in Las Vegas, bringing you a crucial conversation with Valerii Iakovenko, the Founder of DroneUA. In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukraine has turned to drone technology as a pivotal tool in their strategies and operations. Valerii takes us behind the scenes, providing firsthand insights into how drones are being utilized on the ground for various critical applications, ranging from surveillance and reconnaissance to logistical support.
This episode sheds light on the innovative ways in which drone technology...2023-10-2410 min
Do You Know Drones?Sky's the Limit: Elad Shalev Talks Future of Drone Insurance! 🚁Join us on the 'Do You Know Drones?' podcast as we soar into the future with Elad Shalev of Skywatch.AI! Dive deep into the next big wave in drone insurance, innovations on the horizon, and how the skies are changing for drone professionals everywhere. Don't miss out on this electrifying chat! #DroneInsurance #FutureSkies #SkywatchAI
2023-10-0234 min
Do You Know Drones?Navigating the Skies: A Deep Dive with DroneUp's Kristen Costello
In this special episode of "Do You Know Drones?", we're coming to you live from the Commercial UAV Expo 2023 in vibrant Las Vegas! Join us as we sit down with Kristen Costello, VP of Safety and Compliance at DroneUp. Dive into the intricacies of drone safety, the ever-evolving landscape of compliance, and get a glimpse into the future of drone technology. Kristen's expertise and insights are not to be missed, making this episode a must-listen for drone enthusiasts and professionals alike. Soar with us as we navigate the dynamic skies of the drone industry!
2023-09-1219 min
Do You Know Drones?🔵 Special Report - Ukraine Uses Drones to Repel RussiansUkrainian Drone Enthusiasts have been volunteering drones and expertise to help repel Russian forces. I reached out to Denys Sushko, Head of Operations in Kyiv-based DroneUA, to dig deeper into this story. Denys sent several pictures and videos that document the efforts of the drone industry to support Ukraine during this conflict. If you want to further support these efforts, Denys provide the following links for anyone that wants to donate drone equipment or help fund humanitarian missions in Ukraine:
Drones For Ukraine - https://dronyukrajine.cz/en/home.html
Come Back Alive - https://www...2022-03-1102 minDo You Know Drones?Drones and the $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure BillIn this episode, we put the newly signed Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into context for the drone industry.2021-12-0502 minDo You Know Drones?EP 109 - Drone Conference Interview - Thomas Haun, Turner Mining GroupLIVE from the Commercial UAV Expo Exhibit Hall in Las Vegas!
For this drone conference interview, I sat down with a long-time friend and drone visionary, Thomas Haun, COO of Turner Mining Group. I lost count of how many times I giggled like a schoolgirl during this interview.
We talked about how excited we were to be back in person, how the industry is moving forward, and how we can normalize public perception.
Ein Prosit!
You can learn more about Thomas and Turner Mining Group here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/th...2021-09-2914 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 108: Cloud-Zapping Drones Make It Rain In DubaiScientists in the United Arab Emirates are making it rain using electrical charges from drones to manipulate the weather and force rainfall across the desert region. All the major news outlets are talking about this!
Learn more here: https://www.uaerep.ae/2021-07-2401 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 107: Flying Car Makes Historic FlightThat’s right! Flying cars may be here before you know it! AirCar, a prototype flying car from Slovakia, moved closer to production this week, fulfilling a key development milestone in a 35-minute flight from the international airport in Nitra to the international airport in Bratislava on June 28th, 2021.2021-07-0303 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 106: Innovator Interview - The Future of 3D Scanning (iPhone Edition)In this innovator interview, I was joined by TWO 3D scanning powerhouses:
Jordan Kock, SolidClouds - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanjjfkock/
Jonathan Stephens, EveryPoint - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanstephens/
In this interview, we explore their collaboration to bring 3D BIM to the masses.
Learn more about SolidClouds, EveryPoint, and this Podcast by visiting our LinkedIn pages:
SolidClouds - https://www.linkedin.com/company/solid-clouds/
EveryPoint - https://www.linkedin.com/company/everypointio/
Do You Know Drones? - https://www.linkedin.com/company/do-you-know-drones/
2021-06-2430 minDo You Know Drones?EP 105: Walmart Invests in Drone DeliveryThe dream of rapid residential drone delivery is quickly becoming a reality. Walmart has invested in drone delivery company DroneUp following a pilot last year with automated deliveries of COVID-19 nasal swab test kits proving that they can deliver select items to customers in minutes versus hours. According to Tom Ward, Walmart SVP of Last Mile, “this investment is a natural next step, proving that the opportunity to scale drone delivery is within reach.”2021-06-1703 minDo You Know Drones?EP 104: Top 5 Drone Mission GotchasThese are the Top 5 Drone MIssion Gotchas according to drone professionals on Clubhouse. Join us in the Commercial Drone Pilot Club.2021-06-0704 minDo You Know Drones?EP 103: Where to Invest $100 in Drone DeliveryIn this episode, I will share with you where to invest $100 in a scrappy autonomous drone delivery start-up called Skycart. Invest as little as $100 here on WeFunder: www.wefunder.com/skycart2021-05-2501 minDo You Know Drones?EP 102: Drone Ship to Repeat Mayflower VoyageJust over 400 years ago the original Mayflower set sail from Plymouth, United Kingdom bound for Plymouth, MA on a voyage of discovery. This month, a collaboration of maritime innovators aims to launch a second Mayflower to repeat the journey - this time with no humans aboard.2021-05-0902 minDo You Know Drones?EP 101: Google Drones Deliver Girl Scout CookiesIn Christiansburg, Virginia, Girl Scout cookies are falling from the heavens. Well, not exactly. They are being delivered not by young girls in uniform but by Google-developed Wing drones, a futuristic twist on how to get your fill of Thin Mints.
Wing, a subsidiary of Google’s parent company Alphabet Inc., reached out to the Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline about making cookie drops to help boost cookie sales, which are still being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
What's your favorite Girl Scout Cookie? I love Samoas!2021-05-0202 minDo You Know Drones?EP 100: Drones vs. SurveyorsThe turf war of drone operator versus surveyor has been thrust into the light in the form of new legal battles. The North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors are seeking to prosecute any drone pilot that engages in “mapping, surveying and photogrammetry, stating accuracy, providing location and dimension data and producing orthomosaic maps, quantities, and topographic information.” As a result, many drone pilots in the state have abandoned drone mapping altogether.2021-04-2602 minDo You Know Drones?EP 99: Fitness Drones are Coming!Companies of all kinds are turning to drones to cut costs, increase efficiency, decrease workload or simply do what humans cannot. The $2.3B recreational drone market and the $30B wearables market could come together to produce something very unique in health and wellness: fitness drones.2021-04-1902 minDo You Know Drones?Mars Helicopter First Flight Watch PartyJoin me on YouTube LIVE on Monday morning to watch the coverage of the Mars Ingenuity Helicopter First Flight!2021-04-1001 minDo You Know Drones?EP 98: Hybrid Drones Flys From Sunrise to SunsetDrones continue to push the limits of what’s possible. Silicon Valley-based Skyfront flew from sunrise to sunset (that’s over 13 hours!) covering over 205 miles along the California Coastal Range. The flight was performed by the Skyfront Perimeter 8, a gasoline-electric hybrid multirotor drone designed to exceed the capabilities of most helicopters.2021-03-3002 minDo You Know Drones?EP 97: Drones Bring Internet to Rural AmericaMany students are still connecting to school from home and those in rural communities struggle without reliable internet; 50% have poor connections that don’t support video or many types of educational software. Students in rural Wisconsin will soon be getting access to the internet by drone.2021-03-2101 minDo You Know Drones?EP 96: Drones Can Save The Rarest DolphinNew Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Friday her government is supporting a new project using drones designed to monitor and protect the Maui dolphin, one of the world's rarest marine mammals.2021-03-0801 minDo You Know Drones?EP 95: Mars Helicopter Reports InMission controllers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California have received the first status report from the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter, which landed Feb. 18, 2021, at Jezero Crater attached to the belly of the agency’s Mars 2020 Perseverance rover. The downlink, which arrived at 3:30 p.m. PST (6:30 p.m. EST) via a connection through the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, indicates that both the helicopter, which will remain attached to the rover for 30 to 60 days, and its base station (an electrical box on the rover that stores and routes communications between the rotorcraft and Earth) are operating as expected.2021-02-2301 minDo You Know Drones?EP 94: Drone Delivery a Hole-in-One on Golf CoursesDrone delivery on golf courses is gaining momentum quickly because of COVID-19 limiting in-person interaction. Earlier this week, AgEagle and Valqari demonstrated an innovative drone delivery system to officials at the Sun City Country Club about 30 minutes NW of Phoenix, AZ.
Even basketball legend, Michael Jordan, has implemented drone delivery on his ultra-exclusive golf course in South Florida, Grove 23.2021-02-1601 minDo You Know Drones?EP 93: Zipline Delivers 1,000,000 Vaccines2021 has already seen a bunch of records for drone delivery company, Zipline. They expanded from delivering blood to a wide variety of medical supplies in 2020 and have now delivered over 1,000,000 doses of vaccines. They also hit 10,000,000 km flown in operations and signed a new contract with Nigeria.2021-02-0902 minDo You Know Drones?EP 92: Quantum Internet Possible with DronesResearchers in China have moved one step closer to making the quantum internet a reality. Using two drones and two ground stations, a team of scientists has successfully beamed entangled photons across a distance of 0.6 miles (1 km). The experiment demonstrates the potential of a mobile quantum network, whereby encrypted information could be sent more securely than the internet we know today.2021-01-3101 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 91: Drone Insurance Questions AnsweredI have questions about drone insurance. What is it? How does it work? What's covered? Do I need it? Today, we chat with Yuval Caspi, a Broker with Skywatch.AI, for a deep dive into the mysterious world of drone insurance.2021-01-3126 minDo You Know Drones?EP 90: Drone Mapping 101 - OrthomosaicsWelcome to Drone Mapping 101 - Orthomosaics
Join me, a Drone Scientist, each week for a new lesson. We will cover GCPs, Point Clouds, RTK/PPK, NDVI, Thermography, and more fundamentals of GIS and Remote Sensing. Designed for commercial drone pilots that want to take their service to the next level!
This lesson is sponsored by Skywatch.AI drone insurance (www.skywatch.ai)2021-01-2504 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 89: #CES2021 Cadillac VTOLOne of the advantages of this year's all-digital CES was a whole new level of on-demand exhibitor access. During the GM Keynote, CEO Mary Barra unveiled some advanced mobility concepts including the Cadillac VTOL - Vertical Takeoff and Landing. I know that I'm ready for zero emissions, zero congestion, and zero crashes. What do you think?2021-01-1703 minDo You Know Drones?EP 88: Top 3 Safety Mitigations for Night FlyingFlying at night is already difficult. Follow these mitigations and you'll stay in top form during night flights. 2021-01-1104 minDo You Know Drones?EP 87: Top 5 Visual Illusions for Night Drone OperationsNow that the rulings for Remote ID and Operations Over People have been finalized by the FAA, we should concentrate on what ALL drone pilots need to know. Night operations are necessary for many applications, but they have nuances that daytime operations just don't have.2021-01-0407 minDo You Know Drones?EP 86: Drones That Herd CattleThe final episode of 2020! Israeli company BeeFree Agro has launched the "Joe" click and herd solution.2020-12-2803 minDo You Know Drones?EP 85: DJI Gets BlacklistedDJI joins 77 entities on the US Commerce Department's Entity List. What does this mean?2020-12-2002 minDo You Know Drones?EP 84: Getting a Drone for Christmas?8 tips to keep you flying safely and legally this holiday2020-12-1402 minDo You Know Drones?EP 83: Drones Making Space More AccessibleBrought to you by SkyWatch.AI - Advanced Drone Insurance, On-Demand - www.skywatch.ai
Aevum held a virtual roll-out this week of their RAVN-X autonomous launch vehicle - the world's largest UAS.2020-12-0602 minDo You Know Drones?EP 82: Drones Working TogetherPercepto and Boston Robotics are taking a collaborative approach to industrial inspection.2020-11-2901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 81: US Navy Conducts First Ship-to-Submarine Drone DeliveryThe US Navy is using drones to test new expeditionary logistics tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).2020-11-2301 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 81: US Navy Conducts First Ship-to-Submarine Drone DeliveryYet another incredible use for drones. See the video here:
https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/video-first-resupply-of-ballistic-nuclear-submarine-at-sea-by-drone2020-11-2200 minDo You Know Drones?EP 80: Spotlight on warehouse dronesUnhampered by aviation regulations, indoor drones have been able to address labor shortages, decrease expenses, and scale to a production environment.2020-11-1501 minDo You Know Drones?EP 79: Drone Finds Missing Woman in 4 MinutesDeputies in Cass County, Missouri used a thermal-enabled drone to find a missing 93-year-old woman in 4 minutes2020-11-0801 minDo You Know Drones?EP 78: Scientists Fly Drone at North PoleWhy? To study climate change2020-11-0102 minDo You Know Drones?EP 77: Drones deliver 5G to large eventsEuropean-based 5G!Drones Project is testing 5G-equipped drones to improve network connectivity at large events.2020-10-2502 minDo You Know Drones?EP 76: Drone In-Flight SuperchargersWireless in-flight drone recharging could be the missing technology to enable scalable, continuous drone operations.2020-10-1901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 75: Disinfecting drones will clean Atlanta stadiumCapacity will also be limited, 600 hand sanitizer dispensers have been installed, face coverings will be mandatory and there will be a six-foot distancing rule between seated groups.2020-10-0402 minDo You Know Drones?EP 74: Ring Always Home Cam is a DroneTo be released in mid-2021 for $2502020-09-2801 minDo You Know Drones?EP 73: Walmart and Zipline Delivers in 2021Walmart will begin delivering health and wellness products in NE Arkansas (Walmart HQ)2020-09-2102 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 72: Drones Support Diversity and InclusionNeurodiversity Works (501c3) helps prepare neurodiverse students for careers in GIS and AI using drones.2020-09-0702 minDo You Know Drones?EP 71: Drone Rescue MapSee the map at enterprise.dji.com/drone-rescue-map2020-08-3101 minDo You Know Drones?EP 70: Amazon Drone To Replace Ski Lifts?Amazon has patented a drone with a retractable tow rope to pull extreme skiers to fresh powder.2020-08-2401 minDo You Know Drones?EP 69: Drones Survey Mt Everest for National GeographicDrones were used to survey dangerous terrain for National Geographic’s Lost on Everest which aired June 30th2020-08-1001 minDo You Know Drones?EP 68: Part 107 Drone DeliveriesCompanies like Zing are democratizing drone deliveries2020-08-0401 minDo You Know Drones?EP 67: Drones for CSIDrones can help speed up searches for human remains2020-07-2702 minDo You Know Drones?EP 66: Thermal Imaging Drones Finds Lost CanoersTown River, MA2020-07-2003 minDo You Know Drones?EP 65: Drones Deliver Library Books In VirginiaWing is delivering library books via drone in Montgomery County, VA.2020-07-1201 minDo You Know Drones?EP 64: Entering the Golden Age of Drone DeliveryCOVID-19 has opened minds about the future of drone deliveries2020-07-0602 minDo You Know Drones?EP 63: World Record for Simultaneous Flying Drones Just BrokenDronisos broke the world record on June 24, 2020 in Italy with 200 drones2020-06-2901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 62: Rice-Seeding Drone May Save a Hungry PlanetAgricultural labor shortages are increasing, but drones can plant seeds over 90% faster than humans.2020-06-2201 minDo You Know Drones?EP 61: Drone Couple Awarded $250K for Wrongful ArrestOne couple falsely imprisoned for the Gatwick Drone incident have been awarded $250K from Sussex Police2020-06-1401 minDo You Know Drones?EP 60: Drones Help Clean Up Plastics Before Reaching OceanDrones are dramatically accelerating the mapping of plastic flows on the Mekong River2020-06-0701 minDo You Know Drones?EP 59: 1000 Drones for 1000 GirlsNew program seeks to increase recruiting for women in the drone industry2020-06-0101 minDo You Know Drones?EP 58: US Army Black Hawk Helicopters Launch Drones While FlyingThe ALTIUS reconnaissance drone was demonstrated in early March at Yuma Proving Grounds, AZ.2020-05-2401 minDo You Know Drones?EP 57: Drones Deliver Satellites to SpaceThe USSF launched the unmanned X-37B with many experiments aboard - including FalconSAT-82020-05-1701 minDo You Know Drones?EP 56: Drones Deliver Beer In IrelandA 152-year-old pub north of Dublin is staying connected to patrons by delivering beer using a drone.2020-05-1001 minDo You Know Drones?EP 55: Lake Kivu Challenge WinnersThe African Drone Forum announced winners of this global drone event2020-05-0601 minDo You Know Drones?EP 54: Flying Cars a Reality? Part 2US Air Force awards $3.25M SBIR to Sabrewing2020-05-0401 minDo You Know Drones?EP 53: Flying Cars a Reality? Part 1Reporting from Agility Prime - a US Air Force sponsored flying car virtual event - Part 12020-04-3001 minDo You Know Drones?EP 52: Drones That Mimic InsectsDrones that mimic insects are highly wind-tolerant and could be used by soldiers for reconnaissance2020-04-2601 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 51: Industry Interview - Volansi - Part 3Interview with Volansi CEO Hannan Parvizian
Part 3: What is the future of the drone industry?2020-04-2205 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 50: Industry Interview - Volansi - Part 2Interview with Volansi CEO Hannan Parvizian
Part 2: How has COVID-19 affected Volansi operations?2020-04-1903 min
Do You Know Drones?EP 49: Industry Interview - Volansi - Part 1Interview with Volansi CEO Hannan Parvizian
Part 1: Who is Volansi?2020-04-1602 minDo You Know Drones?EP 48: Drones Changing Home-BuyingVirtual tours have more than doubled in our Post-COVID world2020-04-1201 minDo You Know Drones?EP 47: Drone Rescues Lost Hiker in AlaskaPolice drone quickly finds hiker using thermal camera and guides team to her location2020-04-0901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 46: Drones Perform Kelsea Album DropCountry singer Kelsea Ballerini got creative for her latest album drop.2020-04-0501 minDo You Know Drones?EP 45: Drones Delivering Car KeysA new car buyer in China can get Geely keys delivered via drone2020-04-0101 minDo You Know Drones?EP 44: Drones Deliver Toilet Paper During Shelter-In-PlaceCreative drone-savvy folks are having fun suspending TP to their small drones and flying them across cities to friends.2020-03-2901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 43: Drones Delivering CVS Prescriptions to Your DoorCVS Pharmacy partnered with UPS to deliver prescriptions via drone2020-03-2201 minDo You Know Drones?EP 42 - Drones are Powerful Archaeology ToolsDrones are being used to scout and discover remote and inaccessible archaeology sites.2020-03-1501 minDo You Know Drones?EP 41: Drones Fighting CoronavirusDrones are being used in several ways to fight COVID-19. #dronesforgood #covid192020-03-1001 minDo You Know Drones?EP 25 - Drones Fighting Malaria in Africa2019-11-1701 minDo You Know Drones?EP 24 - Drone Saves 6-Year-Old Lost in Cornfield2019-10-2901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 23 - FAA Certifies UPS as First Drone-Delivery Airline2019-10-2101 minDo You Know Drones?EP 22 - Drones Getting Electronic License Plates2019-09-1601 minDo You Know Drones?EP 21 - NASA Sending UAV to Mars in 20202019-09-0201 minDo You Know Drones?EP 20 - Thank you for listening2019-08-1901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 19 - Kids Programming Drone Swarms2019-07-2901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 18 - Drones Optimizing Construction Sites2019-07-1401 minDo You Know Drones?EP 17 - Don't Drink and Drone2019-07-0301 minDo You Know Drones?EP 16 - Uber Plans To Make Fast Food Even Faster2019-07-0301 minDo You Know Drones?EP 15 - French Winemakers Turn to Drones2019-06-2601 minDo You Know Drones?EP 14 - Drones in Hollywood2019-06-2601 minDo You Know Drones?EP 13 - Drones to Detect Manned Aircraft by 20202019-06-2601 minDo You Know Drones?EP 12 - Drones That Perch Like Birds to Save Energy2019-06-2301 minDo You Know Drones?EP 11 - Drone Delivers Kidney for Transplant2019-06-2301 minDo You Know Drones?EP 10 - Drones Delivering Lattes2019-06-2301 minDo You Know Drones?EP 9 - Diamond-Finding Drones2019-06-1901 minDo You Know Drones?EP 8 - Drones Replacing Fireworks2019-06-1900 minDo You Know Drones?EP 7 - Tornado Forecasting with Drones2019-06-1900 minDo You Know Drones?EP 6 - Drone Response After Hail Storm2019-06-1800 min