Hydrogen fuel cars never caught on, but it just might produce next-gen long range drones

Hydrogen never worked in cars, but researchers in Norway have built a drone that runs on it, swapping batteries for a fuel cell to handle long-range jobs like power line inspections.
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Terminator-inspired liquid metal tech promises better eyes for robots and cars

Researchers created a liquid-metal artificial pupil that automatically adjusts to light, helping robots and self-driving systems see more accurately in changing environments.
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Skyrover S1: The lightweight cinematic drone leading the next wave of accessible aerial creativity

The drone industry is entering a pivotal moment. After years of chasing bigger sensors, heavier airframes, and complex pro-grade systems, the fastest-growing segment in 2026 is the opposite: sub-249g lightweight drones designed for real users who want …

Recording 8K drone footage just got easier thanks to Potensic’s new upgrade

The Potensic Atom 2 PTD controller, unveiled at CES 2026, lets you use a drone without needing to use your smartphone.
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Are you buying a drone soon? Here’s how the FCC’s move affects you

A new FCC ruling bans approvals for future DJI drones, citing security risks, but current devices remain usable.
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