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Change Moves at the Speed of Trust
Trust is the foundation for everything we do. Not just in tech, but in life. Whether you're building systems, leading teams, or navigating business relationships, trust is at the center.
Read more →Humans Are More Important Than Hardware
I spent six years in the US Navy as a Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman (SWCC) and it was one of the greatest learning experiences of my life. I was fortunate enough to spend a large chunk of my early adult life under the US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) which taught me a great deal about leadership and building high-performing teams.
Read more →5 Principles of System Troubleshooting
Being able to troubleshoot a “system” is a fundamental tool in the modern tech world.
Read more →Essential Components of High Flying Drones: GPS
I’ve learned a lot from my 10+ years as a drone operator in U.S. government and civilian environments. As part of the flight testing operations team at ModalAI, I’ve had to recall many important learning opportunities from my past to share with the team and avoid mistakes. In this first series, I’ll walk you through the basics of GPS and how it applies to your drone.
Read more →Essential Components of High Flying Drones: Radios and Data Links
Understand how to use radios and data links to keep your drone data connection strong.
Read more →Essential Components of High Flying Drones: Motors and Props
With over 20 years of combined experience as sUAS operators, the flight testers at ModalAI sure know their way around a drone. In this fourth installment, learn about motors and propellers, one of the five essential components of high flying drones you should be familiar with in order to have a successful flight every time.
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