Intel Unveils its Commercial Drone: The Intel Falcon 8+ Platform

Intel remains dedicated to developing pioneering technologies and maintaining its leadership position in the unmanned aerial vehicle sector, with a particular emphasis on the commercial drone market.

Focused squarely on the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) sector and betting big on drones, Intel has introduced its latest offering: the Falcon 8+ commercial drone. As the name implies, this model represents an upgraded iteration of the previous Falcon 8, boasting the Intel Powerpack smart battery as its power source.

Its aim is to lead the industry and establish a fresh benchmark for commercial-grade drones by equipping it with robust internals. Incorporating AscTec Trinity technology, this drone boasts a triple-redundant autopilot system featuring three inertial measurement units that collaborate to stabilize the drone against external elements like strong winds and electromagnetic fields.

Users will navigate it using the Intel Cockpit, complete with a joystick and a water-resistant interface. Reportedly, it captures exceptionally sharp images and offers structural analysis capabilities for users.

Josh Walden, senior vice president and general manager of Intel’s New Technology Group, remarked, “The system provides detailed images down to millimeter accuracy and offers valuable structural analysis, aiding users in detecting and preventing further infrastructure damage. Operators will have extensive opportunities to generate valuable aerial precision data.”

While it's unlikely to officially debut in the Philippines, it's intriguing to witness Intel's concentrated efforts in this sector. We're eager to observe how they will fare against other drone companies in competition.