In this special solo episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, Dr. Joe Burgett dives deep into the essentials of crafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for drone operations. With his fresh insights from developing a custom course and training AI bots, Dr. Burgett outlines six critical components for SOPs: Management Systems, Operations, Training…

In this compelling episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, we delve into the innovative world of law enforcement drone programs with Bill McMurrer and Ryan Reid from the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office. With decades of combined experience, they shed light on transforming a traditional law enforcement approach into a cutting-edge UAS initiative. Fr…

In this episode of The Clemson Drone Podcast, host Dr. Joe Burgett chats with Tanner Harris, the visionary behind Blue Nose Aerial Imaging. Tanner shares insights from his extensive background in aviation, including his time with the United States Navy and United Airlines, and delves into how these experiences fueled his passion for standardizing a…

In this episode of Clemson Drone, host Joe Burgett is joined by Tyler Mills, a seasoned civil engineer and design project manager at HW Lochner. Tyler, with over 11 years of expertise in transportation engineering, shares his journey from personal drone enthusiast to leading the establishment of Lochner's successful internal drone pilot network. Th…

In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Eric Harkins, a seasoned professional with nearly a decade of experience in the drone industry and CEO of Back Forty Aerial Solutions. The conversation delves into the world of remote sensing services, focusing on thermal, photogrammetry, and lidar technologies. Eric shar…

In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, we sit down with Alex Willis, a key player at ECS, a nationwide company specializing in geotechnical, environmental, and facility services. Alex, an expert in utilizing drones for geotechnical applications, takes us on a journey from the inception of ECS's drone project to its evolution into an integral…

In this episode, Joe Burgett dives into the world of drone technology with Chad Frerer, founder of Autonomous Imagery of Mississippi (AIM). Chad, an experienced professional with a background in IT and information security, shares insights into the dynamic drone industry, focusing on several applications. The conversation covers AIM's services, inc…

In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Chris Harris, a seasoned professional from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Chris shares his journey from a background in Civil Engineering to becoming a licensed professional engineer specializing in UAS technology and 3D project visualization. The discuss…

In this episode, host Joe Burgett engages in a captivating conversation with Darryl Jones, the Forest Protection Chief at the South Carolina Forestry Commission. Darryl shares insights into his extensive role, covering wildfire suppression, emergency response, law enforcement, and forestry assistance. The episode delves into the evolution of drone …

In this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett dives into the world of drone technology with a special guest, David Gallagher, Flight Operations Manager for the Ohio Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Center. David shares insights into the evolution of the drone industry over the past decade, emphasizing the transformative impact of ch…

Join Dr. Joe Burgett in this episode of "Clemson Drone" as he engages in a compelling conversation with Mark Jahnke, the Chief Technology Officer of South Carolina ETV (SCETV). Mark shares insights into the transformative impact of drones on tower inspections, highlighting their role in enhancing efficiency and safety. The discussion explores SCETV…

Episode Notes In this inaugural episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Dr. Joe Burgett from Clemson University engages in a compelling conversation with two industry experts from Duke Energy—Jackson Rollins, the director of the unmanned aerial system, and Garrett Scott, the chief pilot. Duke Energy, a major utility company in the Southeast, ser…

I'm excited to host a dynamic 20 to 40-minute interviews with prominent figures in the drone community! These interviews will feature leaders from public agencies, innovative private companies, and visionary entrepreneurs. The goal is to ignite the drone community's passion by sharing inspiring success stories! 🚀💡 — Contact Dr Joe Burgett | Clemson…