For enthusiasts and professionals alike, the world of First Person View (FPV) drones offers an exhilarating experience, bridging the gap between high-flying adventures and cutting-edge technology. However, navigating the legal airspace of FPV drone operation involves more than understanding aerodynamics and mastering flight controls. A key aspect of responsible drone operation lies in compliance with […]
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DroneBlocks’ latest offering has been creating buzz and lighting up night skies all year long. And no, we aren’t talking about UFOs, and no, not fireworks either. DroneBlocks’ Drone Light Show Kits have been flying off shelves and into choreographed aerial routines across the country. DroneBlocks has partnered with LiteBee to custom-tailor a starter drone […]
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Unleash your new Crazyflie and hit the skies Coding! So you’ve received your new Autonomous Drone Kit – Level II containing the Crazyflie micro-drone – the newest addition to the DroneBlocks classroom-friendly drone fleet. Next, you’ve reviewed the basics of unboxing and prepared your drones for flight in the Building Flying & Coding Course…and now, […]
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In case you missed it! In this awe-inspiring segment from our December DroneBlocks webinar, we unveil a mesmerizing drone light show magic trick that lights up the night sky. Watch as drones, orchestrated with precision and creativity, paint the heavens with a symphony of colors and patterns, showcasing the incredible potential of drone technology. […]
DroneBlocks to introduce a research-grade drone tailored specifically for K-12 education. This aims to fill the void left by the now-discontinued DJI Tello Drone. […]
DroneBlocks visited Northport High School for their annual STEM Day, where robots were tinkering, creativity was buzzing and Drones were flying! Elementary students were encouraged to engage with dozens of STEM activities to spur their interest and explore their curiosities. The fair was led by Technology and Engineering teachers from the district, with help from […]
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Building a remote controller for the Tello Drone The last time we spoke with Jim Solderitsch, DroneBlocks had donated 10 Tello Drones to support his Computer Science curriculum in his role as an adjunct professor at Villanova University. Jim’s course was titled Special Topics in the Internet of things and Security which cast a broad […]
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Comparing the DJI Tello vs Parrot Mambo Most Drone enthusiasts would agree – the DJI Tello and Parrot Mambo are the top dogs when it comes to the “micro drones” market. Both models are in a similar price range, are about the same size, and have comparable features when it comes to flight time, range, […]
Creating a Pathway for Students to become Makers! Northridge High School was eager to kick off its new Computer Science department. So they had a meeting room – modified into a Maker Space. Spare pandemic funding – converted into STEM Robots. And last but not least, a Social Studies teacher – transitioned to full-time Computer […]
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DroneBlocks App Gets Desktop Upgrade for Windows & Mac Until now, the DroneBlocks App existed solely as a Google Chrome Extension for Windows and Mac. Google recently announced its intention to phase out support for Chrome Extensions on both Windows and Mac…and this includes DroneBlocks. So, we have developed a new-and-improved DroneBlocks Application for Desktop […]