2019-11-29
Drones & Airspace
According to the Associated Press, there are 110,000 commercial drones operating in U.S. airspace, a number expected to quadruple over the next four years. Most of these registered drones are used for industrial surveying purposes. With such a high number of drones, more on the way, and airspace not able to expand, the FAA has to stay on top of the regulations.
Under today’s FAA regulations, to act as a remote pilot for a drone, you must be 16 years old, read, write, speak, and understand English, be in physical and mental condition to safely fly a UAS, and become an FAA-Certified Drone Pilot by Passing the Knowledge Test. Once a certificate is obtained from the FAA, you must register your drone with the FAA for a nominal 3-year fee of $5. Once your drone is registered, you must label your drone with its registration number. General FAA Drone Guidelines
Drones in the Military
All branches of the US Military have drones for various purposes. The size and capabilities of these vehicles can vary, with some even looking like small personal planes, but the power, speed, and scope of these unmanned aerial vehicles are something to be marveled. The US Air Force’s primary offensive strike MQ-9 Reaper can fly at speeds up to 230 mph. And wIth wide-range sensors, a multi-mode communications suite, and precision weapons, it provides a unique capability to perform strike, coordination, and reconnaissance against high-value, fleeting, and time-sensitive targets. The Multi-Spectral Targeting System has a robust suite of visual sensors for targeting, integrating features like infrared sensor, image-intensified TV camera, and a laser designator.
The RQ-11B Raven’s primary function is reconnaissance and surveillance with low altitude operation. Weighing only 4.2 lbs with a 4.5 foot wingspan, this unmanned aircraft system provides real-time direct situational awareness and target information for Joint Special Operations troops in the U.S. military. The Raven includes a color electro-optical camera and an infrared camera for night operations. The air vehicle is hand-launched and has an endurance of up to 80 minutes.
The R/MQ-8 Fire Scout is designed to operate from air-capable ships and will provide a significant improvement to organic surveillance capability. Capable of providing UHF/VHF voice communications relay, it has a baseline payload that includes electro-optical/infrared sensors and a laser designator that enables the system to find tactical targets, track and designate targets, accurately provide targeting data to strike platforms and perform battle damage assessment. Fire Scout provides critical situational awareness, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeting data to the forward deployed warfighter.
Drones & Last Mile
Last mile delivery using drones means new infrastructures will be required for the numerous service points that will be needed in many locations across metropolitan and rural America.
DHL & the Parcelcopter
DHL is the first parcel carrier in the world to incorporate a parcelcopter into its delivery fleet. In December 2013, DHL introduced the “quadrocopter” which delivered a small package from the east bank of the Rhine to the DHL headquarters on the west bank. After some modifications to optimize functioning and the German Mobility Prize in 2016, DHL developed the parcelcopter. The 2016 three month trial through the winds and snow of the Bavarian Alps, DHL successfully delivered to customers in two mountain communities.
Also in 2013, DHL partnered with Microdrones and the Institute of Flight System Dynamics at RWTH Aachen University to test the feasibility of delivering medications to 2,000 Juist island residents. Juist is only 11 miles long and reachable solely by plane or ferry. Using the parcelcopter, DHL was able to deliver meds at night and during foggy conditions, when the ferry isn’t able to run. With a top speed of 31 mph, a 90 minute air travel time, and a carrying weight up to two pounds, the drone flew 20 minutes from Norddeich to Juist where a courier took the meds to the island’s pharmacy. Amazon & Prime Air
In December 2013, Amazon and Prime Air company CEO Jeff Bezos told “60 Minutes” that he hoped to have autonomous drones deliver packages to your door, taking delivery trucks off the road, reducing traffic congestion and pollution, as well as help with lost packages. Last April, the FAA granted Amazon an experimental airworthiness certificate, which allows Amazon to test during daylight hours, within sightline of the operator, and below 400 feet. Calling the service Prime Air, Amazon hopes to bring unmanned aerial vehicles to their deliveries.
Wing Delivers Internationally
Wing, a division of Alphabet, the umbrella company that owns Google, is launching a trial delivery service in Finland this month. Delivering from a local restaurant and food market, the delivery flights will cover a maximum of 10km, delivery times of 10 minutes, and package weights up to 1.5kg. Even though customers or residents where the drones fly have had several noise complaints, Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority has granted Wing approval to start making deliveries, as well as the FAA approving deliveries in the United States.
Drones in PR Stunts
In 2014, Lakemaid Beer flew drones carrying a case of beer to ice fishers on Mille Lacs Lake in Minnesota. The FAA wasn’t pleased with the drone flying above the mandated 400 feet and downed the drones. But anyone who saw the video of the drone delivering a case of beer to a group of ice fishers can appreciate the benefits of door to door drone delivery.
For three days in 2013, the Alibaba Group delivered ginger tea to 450 shoppers in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. Remote controlled drones flew to specific buildings where a human would unload and deliver to the individual customers.
Drones, Filters, & UAF
Whether the sun is blazing, it’s pouring rain, or the temperatures are below zero, drones need protection to keep them flying and functioning efficiently. The elements aren’t the only factors to affect proper drone operation, there is also the potential for the components inside the drone to overheat, causing malfunctions. For both weather and internal component protection, filters are essential. To find or create functioning filters that meet appropriate standards and classifications, you need not look further than Universal Air Filter.
Keeping out mist, rain, and other liquids, products like UAF’s moisture-resistant hydrophobic mesh air filters are helpful. Offering a water-repellant, low pressure drop media, hydrophobic filter media is durable and cleanable. It can be installed in a one-piece, low profile, ultra-thin frame alone or combined as part of a two-stage filter media solution in other frame assemblies for dust and water mist prevention.
UAF’s windowpane products can incorporate a mesh screen to keep out insects, airborne seeds and other particles. As thin as 1/10th of an inch and lightweight, open mesh screens allow maximum airflow without unwanted contaminants. Adding a flexible frame, Uni-grid supported, roll-formed aluminum frame allows air to move more freely without concerns of prolonged wind stress.
UAF offers other filter options for outdoor applications like military and delivery drones. And not only can you find a plethora of in-stock, standard filters, but UAF offers a free prototype service for custom filters.
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View MoreUniversal Air Filter (UAF), a Filtration Group company, today announced a price increase for customers in all of its segments. Pricing for most UAF products and programs will increase globally between 11 and 15 percent, varying by product specifications and complexity. This price increase will be effective April 1, 2020. This price adjustment is driven by […]
View MoreCreating a custom Air Filter or EMI Vent prototype is very easy when using Universal Air Filter’s integrated tool. Online design tools allow engineers to quickly configure and create custom parts, perform tolerance stack-ups, and test for fit within equipment applications. When filter design is completed, CAD users can prototype directly from the 3D CAD […]
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View MoreUniversal Air Filter’s Engineering and Sales Manager Mike Miano is interviewed by Windpower Engineering & Development Magazine at 2013’s Windpower Conference & Exhibition in Chicago. Please click the “Request a Prototype’ button below to request a custom air filter from Universal Air Filter.
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View MoreRugged outdoor and industrial filters Metal Mesh air filters offer a semi-permanent, cleanable air filtration solution, suited for outdoor environments, with integrated EMI shielding capabilities. Metal Mesh filters are ideal for use in harsh environments where rugged, washable and reusable filters are most appropriate. Metal Mesh filters are available in all frame configurations, from roll-formed channels to […]
View MoreThis video will give you an introduction to the different styles of frames that Universal Air Filter manufactures. The options include, Roll form channel frames, Flex Frames, Hem Bent Frames, Bezel Style Frames, Windowpanes and Filter pads. To learn more about these frame styles click on the link below.
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View MoreIndustrial air filters from Universal Air Filter® get tough when necessary. For indoor and outdoor applications requiring a more rugged design, the filters can be used in small or large applications calling for a wide array of media options for increased airflow and dust holding. “The industrial filters help customers who are looking for a […]
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Every year, about 1 in every 25 hospitalized patients will develop an infection while they’re being treated for something else. It’s known in the industry as an HAI, or healthcare-associated infection, and each year 1.7 million patients contract one and nearly 100,000 die as result. In fact, HAIs kill more people each year in the […]
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The 2018 Winter Olympics are quickly approaching, and whether you’re a curling, skiing, or luge fan, the last thing you want to worry about is your equipment or signal failing. Reliable internet and digital TV will provide you with uninterrupted access to every minute of Olympic action. Whether you watch through the internet or fiber […]
View MoreUniversal Air Filter’s Director of National Accounts, Nick Kovacic, was recognized during Filtration Group’s ‘2018 Global Leadership Conference’ in Atlanta, GA this week. Nick was recognized for developing the customer-centric, preventative maintenance program that has helped ensure system performance and uptime for UAF customers that include AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Windstream and many others. This year’s […]
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3D printing is so accessible now, it has become a “must have” on many people’s technology lists. Shoe manufacturers offer you the ability to walk into a store and get a perfectly fitted, custom sneaker built as you watch. At home, you can “print” yourself matching dinnerware for your big fiesta. Schools are using 3D […]
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Outdoor Electronic Kiosks Technology can be found virtually everywhere. We personally rely on it for so many aspects of our lives. And now, places you wouldn’t associate with technology are adopting ways to incorporate it – like zoos and parks. Outdoor technology like digital screens, and kiosks for ordering food, charging your electric car, or […]
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You don’t have to be young to enjoy sipping the cool, refreshing sweetness of a frozen slushy. Even grown ups yearning for the sentimental frosty treat of childhood try to make it feel more adult by adding alcohol. But the syrupy sweetness of a great frozen drink appeals to everyone with even a slight sweet […]
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With energy costs on a constant climb and global warming an unequivocal fact, everyone is looking for a less expensive and more environmentally friendly way to get their energy. Paving the way are options like geothermal heat, solar power, biofuels, wind power, and nuclear energy. Beginning with the oil crisis in 1973, the US government […]
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The age of robo-cars is upon us and it’s not only giant car manufacturers investing in the technology. Entering the self-driving car arena are automotive industry giants like Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen, as well as, Nissan, Tesla, and Audi. Other players you might not expect to see like Samsung, Apple, Intel and Microsoft; even DiDi, […]
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Ensure Telecom Equipment Designs Adhere to the Updated NEBS GR-63 Standards Telecom equipment destined for most networks in North America must meet contractual and design requirements. Equipment designed and tested to meet Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) is recognized as the gold standard for safety and reliability. Telcordia-NIS assembled a committee of telecom carriers, test […]
View MoreUniversal Air Filter is launching a new, increased airflow media designed to meet the updated Telcordia NEBS GR-63-CORE, Issue 3 requirements forair filters. This new media is a disposable, less expensive alternative media with lower pressure drop and increased airflow, and is the only disposable NEBS certified media designed for 1U and 2U hightelecom and datacom […]
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High efficiency pleated media meets Indoor Air Quality MERV ratings AG Industries and Universal Air Filter (UAF) recently collaborated to develop a new product, the Caire O2 Sieve Bed Filter. When faced with a change to the European Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) regulation standards, AG Industries teamed up with Universal Air Filter to develop […]
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Nov 19, 2013 — Air filter customization involves a number of variables for medical device designers to consider. From materials to size to standards compliance, the options available can enable a designer to customize a filter that will be perfectly suited for his specific application. This article reviews the details that need to be examined prior to deciding […]
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In today’s e-commerce world, the data center is the lifeblood of many businesses and institutions. Filters from Universal Air Filter (www.uaf.com) can keep high-end servers, networking storage devices and security products working efficiently in mission-critical applications requiring maximum ventilation, dust filtration and flame safety for compliance with CE standards. UAF can also design its filters to fit […]
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EMI shielding and thermal management requirements in indoor and outdoor applications can be met with attractive, one-piece, low-cost EMI Vent Panels from Universal Air Filter (www.uaf.com). An aluminum honeycomb diffuser, to reduce high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI), is combined with a decorative aluminum bezel into one integrated, low-cost assembly. The aluminum honeycomb is ideal […]
View MoreSauget, IL: Universal Air Filter is awarded a 3 year contract with AT&T as the exclusive supplier for over 350 networking equipment replacement air filters. For 35 years, UAF has worked with AT&T field engineers and technicians but the new contract elevates the relationship between the filter manufacturer and the largest fixed-telephone carrier in the US. […]
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Innovative Quadrafoam™ media upgraded to keep pace with tech industry advances Universal Air Filter offers Quadrafoam media to meet critical regulatory and custom filtration performance requirements of the electronics industry. Quadrafoam is open cell polyurethane foam specially processed to provide improved flame safety, fungus resistance, UV protection, and hydrolytic stability features. Advanced capabilities mean Quadrafoam […]
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Featured in Machine Design MagazineDaktronics, a designer and manufacturer of programmable electronic signs, electronic and digital displays, and scoreboard systems for customers worldwide, specifies custom air filters and EMI vents made by Universal Air Filter Company for use in its Galaxy® message center and ProStar® video displays. The filters and EMI vents ensure maximum performance in a variety of […]
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Dec 1, 2014 — Universal Air Filter® (www.uaf.com), a world leader in air filter design and production for the military,telecom and medical industries, offers a range of specialty metal finishes designed to increase its air filters’ performance in harsh, challenging environments. These RoHS Compliant finishes are applied to the filter’s metallic components – frames, Uni-grid support, brackets and honeycomb – and […]
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MacroFlow™ updates to 3.05 and will uses UAF air filter products in their software Innovative Research, LLC, expands the comprehensive capabilities of MacroFlow to version 3.05 to make it an even more valuable design tool for thermal engineers, and as a result will be updating all Universal Air Filter products within their software. MacroFlow […]
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Think “smart cities” and you might think of that somewhat disturbing scene in Minority Report where video screens scan Tom Cruise’s eyeballs to hawk personalized ads from Lexus, The Gap and Guinness Beer. Well, that future may be a little closer than you think as several companies have recently started deploying feature-rich information kiosks and […]
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Featured in Machine Design MagazineDaktronics, a designer and manufacturer of programmable electronic signs, electronic and digital displays, and scoreboard systems for customers worldwide, specifies custom air filters and EMI vents made by Universal Air Filter Company for use in its Galaxy® message center and ProStar® video displays. The filters and EMI vents ensure maximum performance in a variety of […]
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Metal Mesh Air Filters Reduce Costs Equipment overheating. Alarms triggering. Emergency maintenance deployed. For a major wireless carrier running high volume, critical communications systems, this is not a pleasant way to start each day. Yet, that’s what was happening when we arrived on the scene. The RBS 6200 outdoor base station pictured here belonged to […]
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President of Universal Air Filter, Dan Krupp, will give a presentation on Wednesday September 20 at the American Filtration and Separations Society in St. Louis, MO. Dan will be discussing Air Filters in Data Center Applications and it will be a great opportunity to network and broaden your knowledge of new applications for filtration and separations technologies. […]
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Universal Air Filter is launching a new, increased airflow media that meets the stringent UL 94 HF-1 flame safety rating while being flexible enough for a wide range of medical, military, power generation, and computer networking applications. This new media is a disposable, less expensive alternative media with lower pressure drop and increased airflow, and is perfect for electronics cooling applications […]
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Universal Air Filter, the leader in electronics air filtration and EMI shielding, introduces the upcoming release of its Series 2 Outside Plant Filter (OSP). Offering UL900 classification at increased air flow, OSP Series 2 delivers protection from dust, wind-driven rain and salt fog. “Our customers develop applications that need to perform in diverse conditions,” said […]
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The Las Vegas-based technology ecosystems company, Switch, has recently opened the largest data center in the world just outside of the biggest little city in the world, Reno. Clocking in at 1.3 million square feet of data center space, the Tahoe Reno 1 complex is the first component in Switch’s plan to construct 7.2 million […]
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According to the most recent Sandvine Internet Phenomena report, streaming video now accounts for over 70% of peak downstream internet traffic in North America. Of that, more than a third of the bandwidth is consumed by Netflix alone. As for upstream traffic, popular cloud services like Dropbox, iCloud and Google Drive are chewing up the majority. The […]
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Every now and then you’re likely to stumble across a military threat assessment, a conspiracy theory blog or even a summer blockbuster that paints a grim picture of life after any of our national grid networks fail. Hypotheses range from a full return to the stone ages to a world in which Skynet computers are […]
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Millions of people suffer from pigment and vascular conditions that include rosacea, port wine stains, inflammatory acne and spider veins. Most of the conditions do not cause health risks but can dramatically impact self-confidence and even cause psychological disabilities in those with the conditions. Pulsed-dye lasers is one of the safest and most effective ways […]
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Over the years, technology forecasters have issued a lot of gloomy warnings – the world is going to run out of RAM, we’re going to run out of network storage space, we’re going to run out of IP numbers, Y2K and so on. Somehow though, through ingenuity, determination or simply throwing money at the issue, […]
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3D Printing – it’s all the rage with everyone from Fortune 50 companies to backyard garage tinkerers printing everything from soap dishes to on-demand, injection-molded parts to car chassis to body parts. Only a few years ago, 3D printing was considered pie-in-the-sky science fiction, but today you can pick one up for about $500 at […]
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Those of us who live in a city with a robust public transportation system know a good portion of that system involves buses. And for those in cities still running bus fleets on traditional fuel, we know what that exhaust does to our air and our lungs. With less than half of US buses running […]
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Thermal considerations are fundamental when designing any electronic equipment. Convection, conduction, and radiation heat transfer all need attention to build efficient equipment and to keep it running optimally. Both the printed circuit board (PCB) and the integrated circuit (IC) package are important components to any piece of electronic equipment and need to be effectively integrated […]
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You’re not alone… There’s a lot of precision science and technology that goes into manufacturing a commercial grade air filter including thermal design, shielding, contamination and air flow control, fire safety and pinpoint compliance with domestic and international certification bodies. Unfortunately, that’s all irrelevant if the filter is installed, replaced or removed incorrectly. Over the […]
View MoreDirty Filters Can Reduce Efficiency And Lead to Equipment Failure! How often do commercial filters need to be replaced? It’s a common question for design engineers and those who are tasked with servicing and maintaining equipment, but the simple answer is… it depends. In clean, controlled indoor environments like data centers or switching offices, it’s […]
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Your R&D Team has hit a roadblock and you know the medical device they are designing is revolutionary and want it brought to life. So where do you go to move your concept forward? You turn to a product design and development firm like Probasco Design out of Plano Texas. Max Probasco, founder/owner of Probasco […]
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UAF understands that many of our clients plan for winter network maintenance and filter replacement during holiday shut downs. Please contact UAF to insure that you have the OEM-approved air filters in stock to keep your equipment running clean and cool during the holidays and into the new year. We are also happy to work with you […]
View MoreUniversal Air Filter | Making the world safer, healthier and more productive “Safety isn’t expensive, it’s priceless,” footballer Jerry Smith’s words resonate in every industry. Politicians win campaigns with platforms to improve public safety. Laws are created to promote security. Industries and companies are formed to develop instruments to aid and enhance protection. One California […]
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NEBS GR-63-CORE ISSUE 5R4-18 [138] All fan-cooled equipment occupying greater the 1U of vertical rack space (45mm [1.75in]) shall be equipped with filters. Fan filters shall be replaceable with equipment operating. Rectifiers, distribution bays, and sealed equipment with only outside fan cooling do not require filters. O4-19 [206] It is an objective that fan-cooled equipment […]
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How Companies are Saving Money While Complying with New Regulations 2020 Diesel Fuel Regulation The 2020 new diesel fuel regulations are the biggest change in global fuel regulations since the 1995 total ban on leaded gas. The new diesel regulations are the result of a United Nations IMO subcommittee that sets rules for shipping safety, […]
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Outdoor Electronic Kiosks Technology can be found virtually everywhere. We personally rely on it for so many aspects of our lives. And now, places you wouldn’t associate with technology are adopting ways to incorporate it – like zoos and parks. Outdoor technology like digital screens, and kiosks for ordering food, charging your electric car, or […]
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Drones & Airspace According to the Associated Press, there are 110,000 commercial drones operating in U.S. airspace, a number expected to quadruple over the next four years. Most of these registered drones are used for industrial surveying purposes. With such a high number of drones, more on the way, and airspace not able to expand, […]
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If you’re a germaphobe, you’ll want to know your dentist’s or doctor’s instruments are clean – especially knowing where they go in your body. Sterile instruments are vital to any healthcare facility’s function. Not only does the examination room need to be cleanly maintained, but the equipment the staff is using needs to be sterilized. […]
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