Dronitaly Launches Innovation Hub to Drive Cutting-Edge Solutions and Collaboration

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Dronitaly Launches Innovation Hub

Dronitaly inaugurates the Innovation Hub,Dronitaly inaugurates the Innovation Hub, signaling the importance that the exhibition places on innovation and research, aimed at companies that have received approval for one or more patents in Italy and professionals engaged in developing advanced and innovative solutions in the drone sector. Located in the heart of the fair, the Innovation Hub will offer a dynamic and stimulating environment to facilitate collaboration between startupsestablished businesses, and researchers, creating a fertile ecosystem for innovation.

Always a showcase for the latest developments in the field of drones, Dronitaly positions itself as a catalyst for the development of new technologies, facilitating access to crucial resources and knowledge for the growth of the sector. Companies participating at the Innovation Hub will have the opportunity to showcase their innovative products and services, demonstrating how drones can be used in a wide range of applications. Each company will be able to present real use cases and pilot projects, highlighting the positive impact and future potential of their innovations.

Within this context, the roundtable 'Research and Funding in Italy and Europe for the Development of the Drone Sector' will be organized, scheduled for October 10. This event will bring together expertsresearchers, and institutional representatives to discuss funding opportunities and research programs available at national and European levels. It will be a unique opportunity to delve into the support policies for the drone sector and discover how to access funding for innovative projects.

First selected companies:

DIME is developing a system to support forest firefighting activities (in the pre-fire and post-fire phases) using drones, based on an automated drone management robotic platform, which can automatically change the battery and payload of drones.

Fitobiotech s.r.l. is a highly innovative company that advocates the use of biotechnology and advanced robotic systems for the protection of natural and agricultural areas. Founded as a startup to provide a professional and comprehensive service locally, it was the first in 2017 to combat the Pine Processionary using a patented drone payload.

STAM is an engineering and innovation consulting company with experience across different sectors, including Space, Automation & Robotics, Security & Transport and Energy. Today, STAM acts as ESA Technology Broker for Italy, managing ESA Spark Funding in collaboration with the European Space Agency and the Italian Space Agency.

Widdel is building a smart-eco personal locker that enable the major players of e-commerce in order to come to the next-gen delivery system (safe drone delivery, eco sustainable deliveries, plug&play systems, delivery wide development solutions) by a stand-alone e self sustainable smart parcel locker, drone deliveries ready and Italian designed; all around the customers needs.

Zerowire, founded in 2022 as a spin-off of the University of L'Aquila, specializes in wireless energy transfer for high and low power applications. The company develops innovative solutions in the robotics, biomedical, and automotive sectors. Zerowire is distinguished by its efficiency, safety, and environmental friendliness, offering flexible and patented charging systems.

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