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"..what are you doing??" - How to Talk to Strangers About Drones Wednesday, August 10, 2016 - 10:56 “…what are you doing??”I work with drones (also known as UAS or UAV - unmanned aerial systems/vehicles), and this is a question I get a lot. It is not typically asked in a forceful or suspicious manner, but I always have a momentary adrenaline rush when I see the curious bystander / no-nonsense groundskeeper / wealthy nearby landowner look up, check out our drone, and start to walk over. |
Call for 2017 ESIP Student Fellows Tuesday, August 9, 2016 - 14:27 ESIP Student Fellows are graduate students and postdoctoral researchers interested in bridging the gap between informatics and Earth science. This fellowship provides students a chance to work closely with professionals in an interdisciplinary, cross-sector group on current Earth Science problems. The students become engaged in the group as rapporteurs, documenting the work of the group on the monthly telecons and at the semi-annual meetings (Summer/Winter). Details in Brief |
Attack of the Drones: UAVs in Education Wednesday, July 27, 2016 - 15:20 Attack of the Drones A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away drones took over the Grand Ballroom. An ominous buzz filled the room as the drones zoomed, gained altitude, and spun into unknowing bystanders. The room was tense with anticipation, as those present wondered what the Attack of the Drones meant for the Galactic Empire. Okay, okay, so it turns out that “a long time ago” was just last week at the...
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2016 Summer Meeting Drones Field Trip Update (Posted: Tuesday 10:00am) Tuesday, July 19, 2016 - 08:53 The Drone Field Trip is upon us! Looking at the weather forecast, it is supposed to be quite hot and possibly rainy in the afternoon. We are hoping that all will go forward as planned, but please do keep in mind that this will be a weather dependent event. Current Drone Field Trip Plan: Today (Tuesday):The final ESIP Session is at 5:30pm, which which will give you just enough time to grab: sunglasses, hat, outdoor adventure clothing, rain gear before: 5:50pm -- Meet at the Marriott LobbyWe will discuss Logistics, Mission...
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