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Drone company pioneers industry-first mine detection technology
As the conflict in Ukraine continues, a local drone company, Ace High Drone Specialists, has successfully completed an industry-first trial to bolster the de-mining process in the country.
Ace High joined forces with West Sussex-based AI firm, Fenix Insight, to test the cutting edge technology which uses artificial intelligence to detect live landmines.
The new AI-assisted real-time visual surveying drone known as IRIS (Image Recognition Identification System) was recently put to the test in Kherson thanks to the collaboration of the regional administration.
“The importance of planning for the future peace of Ukraine cannot be overstated,” said Robin Horsfall, director of Ace High Drones.
“While there is still a war to be won, preparing for the aftermath is crucial for the recovery of Ukraine and for world food supply.
“It is vital that Ukraine is able to restore all arable land. One undiscovered anti-tank mine will destroy heavy farm machinery as easily as it destroys a tank.”
Horsfall added: “Children will not return to school or play in the streets until unexploded submunitions and mines are completely removed.
“Drones, working with AI, will help engineers work safely and more quickly to make Ukraine safe for the long-term future.
“The rapid and efficient removal of explosive ordnance will speed up this process allowing Ukrainians to return home to restore their nation.”
All photos: Ace High Drone Specialists
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