Intel buys German UAS company

"Intel plans for the Ascending Technologies team to continue supporting their current customers while also collaborating with Intel's Perceptual Computing team to develop UAV technology that can help drones fly with more awareness of their environments," said an Ascending Technologies announcement.

Ascending Technologies describes itself as a "leading develo­per and manufacturer of autopilot systems, unmanned aircraft systems and multi-rotor technology for professional, civil and research UAS applications. More than 1,000 of the company's drones are used worldwide."

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