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Optelos and Birds Eye Aerial Drones partner to provide drone data collection and visual asset inspection solution to California and Arizona

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Partnership combines BEAD’s renown drone data collection services with Optelos’ leading visual data management and analytics platform to create a complete turnkey asset inspection solution

HOUSTON, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Today Optelos and Birds Eye Aerial Drones (BEAD) announced their partnership, bringing together BEAD’s industry-leading drone data collection capabilities and Optelos’ visual data management, 2D/3D modeling and inspection analytics capabilities to create a turnkey data collection and analysis solution. Under the partnership, BEAD will use the Optelos platform to securely deliver drone captured data, 2D maps and 3D models, custom reports and other actionable insights to their customers. Likewise, Optelos will utilize BEAD’s team of certified, highly trained expert pilots to provide data collection services to Optelos’ customers in Telecom, Energy, Utilities, Government, Transportation and Process Manufacturing in the San Diego area, other parts of California and Arizona.

“No other solution offers the breadth of features and capabilities for managing all data types. Optelos is doing things no one else is doing.” Sheri Painter, CEO, BEAD

BEAD is recognized for their leadership in pushing the boundaries of how drones can be utilized, and in the process has revolutionized drone applications in industries from utilities to agriculture. With their deep bench of expert drone pilots, BEAD is well-positioned to provide professional drone inspection services to enterprise customers looking to digitally transform their asset inspection programs or gather difficult to obtain inspection imagery. Optelos will leverage BEAD’s professional resources to provide turnkey data collection and inspection analysis capabilities to its customers in California and Arizona. “We love working with BEAD. Their pilots are first-rate, and their extensive coverage of California and Arizona allows us to expand our footprint of turnkey data collection and asset analysis services to our customers in the region”, said Ed Sztuka, Optelos CRO. “We have complete confidence in BEAD’s ability to deliver best-in-class data collection services to our most demanding enterprise customers.”

Once a drone flight mission is completed, the collected data can be seamlessly uploaded into the Optelos platform, where the data is organized to meet each customer’s specific needs. The Optelos platform can create 2D maps, 3D models and digital twins and visualize all data types, including Thermal and LiDAR, and precisely geolocate the exact position where each image was collected on a satellite map. All data sources can then be analyzed and populated into reports, and all collected data made immediately and securely available to the customer through the Optelos portal. “Our customers appreciate the capabilities offered by Optelos” said Sheri painter, BEAD, CEO. “No other solution offers the breadth of features and capabilities for managing all data types, and Optelos’ ability to work with extremely large 3D digital twin models in unparalleled. They’re doing things no one else is doing.” Sheri then added, “Optelos also has one of the best operations teams in the industry; they continue to show their professionalism and work ethic on a regular basis. The attention to detail and their planning, scheduling, and training abilities allow us to operate more efficiently and effectively in support of our customers.”

BEAD and Optelos will continue to build on this partnership, with each company expanding on its service offering and feature set to further improve upon the joint solution and offer customers a seamless experience.

About BEAD

Birds Eye Aerial Drones, LLC is San Diego’s leading Drone Service company, serving utilities nationwide. A 10-year established Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing professional birds eye aerial imagery. To assist you, we provide easy to implement, turnkey aerial solutions. Solutions including acquiring, processing, and delivering aerial imagery and data to our customers. For more information visit https://birdseyeaerialdrones.com

About Optelos

We believe that intelligent interpretation of visual data can empower our customers to deliver better business outcomes. Our patented software transforms unstructured inspection data into answers to deliver actionable insights. We enable customers to identify and remediate critical asset issues through our patented geovisual data management AI analytics platform. Optelos is the leading enterprise platform for digitalization of asset inspection and management. Utilizing patented image transformation technology, Optelos leverages AI, advanced image modeling/visualization to fully operationalize asset visual inspection. Optelos is based in Houston, TX. For more information, visit https://optelos.com

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Mark Bauman, Optelos, 1 4253759411, mark.bauman@optelos.com, https://optelos.com

Sheri Painter, Birds Eye Aerial Drones, 1 619-886-0100, sheri@bead.global, https://birdseyeaerialdrones.com

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Infinite Electronics Showcases Engineered Connectivity Solutions at electronica 2026

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Engineered Connectivity from operating companies Bulgin, L-com, Pasternack, Transtector, PolyPhaser, Capable and KC Industrie address industrial, AI and energy applications

MUNICH, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infinite Electronics, a global manufacturer of specialized connectivity solutions, will exhibit at electronica 2026 in Munich, 10–13 November. Visitors to Infinite Electronics’ booth in Hall A3, Stand 241 will see connectivity products for data centre, drone, industrial automation and energy applications from its operating companies, including Bulgin, L-com, Pasternack, Transtector, PolyPhaser, Capable and KC Industrie.

“Our customers face complex requirements that require solutions spanning multiple product categories, and our engineering expertise and product offering means we can partner with them throughout the processes,” said Nick Young, President & General Manager of Infinite Electronics’ Industrial & ICC Business Units. “A drone programme, for example, needs antennas, sealed connectors and surge protection. Most engineers have to source them from three suppliers. We have Pasternack antennas, Bulgin connectors and Transtector surge protection, so with Infinite it’s one conversation with experts who operate as a true technology partner in developing the solution.”

At the booth, visitors can experience product demonstrations, speak directly with industry experts, and explore high-performance connectivity solutions built for demanding applications. An interactive display will showcase products using RF tags that automatically trigger relevant information on overhead screens, while touchscreens across the stand provide detailed technical specifications.

The stand will feature Bulgin’s new hybrid circular connectors, which are part of its 6000 Series Buccaneer range. These solutions can be configured with two, four or six contacts, combining power and signal connectivity in a single rugged connector. Additional products in the exhibit will include:

Industrial cabling and components from L-com, including advanced Ethernet cabling for high-performance transmission and data management in data centres.Custom specialty cables, cable harnessing and assembly from Capable and KC Industrie, manufactured in-house.Drone antennas, including new multi-constellation GNSS models with anti-jamming technology from Pasternack, alongside a mix of RF connectors and adapters.Surge protection from Transtector and PolyPhaser, which protect against damaging electrical surges and can be used across data centre and communications infrastructure, including antennas, coaxial connections, cabling and wireless systems.

Visit Hall A3, Stand 241 to meet with Infinite Electronics experts and explore solutions for specific application needs.

To learn more about Infinite Electronics’ connectivity solutions, visit www.InfiniteElectronics.com.

About Infinite Electronics
Infinite Electronics powers a global portfolio of specialized connectivity companies that design, manufacture and deliver reliable engineered solutions worldwide. Built as a unified platform for speed, scale and reliability, the company combines shared infrastructure, best-in-class logistics and deep engineering expertise to support mission-critical connectivity needs. Through scalable global operations and rapid development capabilities, Infinite helps customers accelerate innovation and bring new ideas to market. Learn more at www.infiniteelectronics.com.

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CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER UNVEILS SAMUEL OSCHIN AIR AND SPACE CENTER WITH 100 INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS AND RARE ARTIFACTS

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NEW ADDITION OPENS TO THE PUBLIC ON NOVEMBER 13, 2026 

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The California Science Center’s highly anticipated Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, the permanent home of Space Shuttle Endeavour, will open to the public on November 13, 2026. The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center is the only place in the world to see a complete, authentic space shuttle system, with a flown orbiter, solid rocket boosters, and external tank, displayed in a 20-story-tall launch configuration. This transformative 200,000-square-foot expansion of the California Science Center nearly doubles its existing exhibit space, showcasing a diverse collection of 100 artifacts, including rare and historic aerospace objects, as well as 100 new hands-on exhibits, featuring interactive and immersive experiences focused on science and engineering.

Guests of all ages will investigate the scientific and engineering principles of atmospheric flight and the exploration of the universe in the Air and Space Center’s three multi-level galleries – the Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery, the Korean Air Aviation Gallery, and the Kent Kresa Space Gallery. The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center is the third and final major phase of the California Science Center’s three-phase, three-decade master plan to develop one of the world’s leading science learning centers.

The Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery serves as the star attraction of the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center. Housing Space Shuttle Endeavour in awe-inspiring launch position, the gallery towers nearly 200 feet high and its exhibits detail how the world’s first reusable spacecraft advanced our ability to live and work in low Earth orbit, while laying the groundwork for increasingly ambitious missions into deep space. In addition to preserving a critical chapter in space exploration, the gallery also offers an unparalleled educational experience, allowing guests to view this national treasure and engineering marvel from multiple perspectives and elevations. Additional exhibits in the gallery highlight the shuttle’s thermal protection system; its airlock; all 135 space shuttle missions; and tributes to the crews who lost their lives during the Space Shuttle Program.

“The opening of the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center is the fulfillment of a decades-long dream to create one of the world’s leading science centers,” said Jeffrey Rudolph, President and CEO of the California Science Center. “With its display of Endeavour in launch position, the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center will give us a greater platform than ever before to accomplish our mission, to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone. This unparalleled educational experience will stand as an enduring source of inspiration for generations of scientists, engineers and explorers.”

Lynda Oschin, Chairperson of the Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Oschin Family Foundation, said: “The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, and Space Shuttle Endeavour’s one-of-a-kind vertical display, is even better than I dreamed. Endeavour exemplifies so many of the passions of my husband – especially astronomy, math, science, exploration, and helping children to achieve their dreams. Years ago, I recognized the extraordinary potential of this project to inspire curiosity, encourage lifelong learning, and open new worlds of possibility for young people. It is thrilling to be just weeks away from welcoming millions of young people to the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, named to honor the tremendous legacy and the memory of my husband, a gentleman and a gentle man.”

Interactive Experiences, Exhibits, and Artifacts on View

The Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery invites guests to engage with interactive experiences, including:

Launch Tower, a 140-foot ascent aboard an elevator up the shuttle stack leading to a dramatic, glass floor observation platform hovering over the nose of Space Shuttle Endeavour, with out-of-this-world views.Shuttle Descent Slide, which drops 45 feet in elevation to represent the shuttle’s descent from orbit. Guests will see bright orange light representing the plasma that glows as a shuttle enters the atmosphere and hear a double boom that evokes the sound of the nose and tail as each breaks the sound barrier on return to earth.The opportunity to sit inside a replica flight deck and interact with joysticks, switches, lights, buttons and pedals like those that the shuttle commander and pilot would operate.The Orbiter Landing Simulator, which will test the piloting ability of guests as they try to land Endeavour on a runway.

In the Korean Air Aviation Gallery guests will view more than a dozen authentic aircraft, from gliders to fighter jets, including the Hawker Siddeley Harrier T.4., Grumman F11F Tiger, and a Pitts Special S-1C, among others. Visitors can also access the forward 70 feet of a Korean Air–operated Boeing 747 commercial airliner and experience a “flight” from LA to Seoul compressed into a five-minute video journey in an onboard theater presentation.

Other hands-on experiences for guests will include:

A Wing Shape and Distance interactive, where guests will launch aircraft models with different wing shapes to see how far they fly at different speeds.The Launch a Drone Mission interactive. Visitors can launch simultaneous drone missions over a Los Angeles cityscape to learn about everyday applications of autonomous flight.Wear-a-Wing invites guests to put on a pair of foam wings and viscerally experience lift.Air Race flight simulators put guests in the pilot’s seat of iconic aircraft from the Science Center’s collection. Guests will be able to choose between the Pitts Special, JN-4 Jenny, and Velie Monocoupe and race for a spot on the leaderboard. Each I360 flight simulator seats 2 guests, has intuitive single-joystick controls, and features full 360-degree rotation.

Among the many exhibits in the Kent Kresa Space Gallery are machines built to explore space, from rockets and robots to space capsules and telescopes, including flown spacecraft like the Mercury-Redstone 2 capsule, Gemini 11 capsule, and Apollo-Soyuz Command Module, among others. Guests also have the opportunity to walk through a section of a real solid rocket booster.

Guests can also:

Program a Rover and test their skills as a Mars rover driver.Lay on their stomachs and pull themselves through the International Space Station in the ISS Fly-Through Simulator, an immersive experience using real footage taken by an astronaut.Suit up in a digital space suit.

Opening Weekend

The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center will open to the public at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, after a celebratory program and ribbon-cutting featuring approximately 30 astronauts, including all six crew members from Endeavour’s final mission, STS-134, commanded by now U.S. Senator, Mark Kelly. The grand opening will celebrate the culmination of a landmark project and welcome the public, led by hundreds of school children as the first to experience Endeavour in its historic launch configuration for the first time.

To continue the celebration, from Friday, November 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., through Sunday, November 15, astronaut and space-related talks will be hosted every half hour through 5:00 p.m. With topics ranging from “women in space” to specific mission overviews, astronauts and experts from NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center will gather to speak to crowds and answer questions, with no timed reservations required.

November 13, 2026, will also see the premiere of “Endeavour’s Long Journey,” a photo exhibit documenting Space Shuttle Endeavour’s final flight over California, 12-mile, 68-hour journey through the streets of Los Angeles and Inglewood to the Science Center, and the complex, six-month, multi-phase process of stacking each of the space shuttle components in vertical configuration.

Accompanying IMAX movies opening November 13, 2026, include The Dream Is Alive, an unprecedented window on board the space shuttle and an inside look on the astronauts rigorous training; Journey to Space 3D, revisiting three decades of shuttle-era achievements, culminating in Endeavour’s journey to the California Science Center; Hubble 3D, the story of the Hubble Space Telescope; and A Beautiful Planet 3D, a portrait of the Earth from space.

Timed Reservations

General admission to the California Science Center, including the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, is free. Due to anticipated high demand, there will be timed reservations for entry to the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, which can be made in advance for a small $4 service fee. For more information and to make reservations, visit CaliforniaScienceCenter.org. Entry may be limited or unavailable without advance reservations.

Project Team

The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center was designed by ZGF, with engineering by Arup, construction by MATT Construction, and exhibition design by Evidence Design. Additional project partners include Plas-Tal Manufacturing, responsible for structural steel, and BrandSafway, which provided scaffolding and shuttle protection. The project was developed under the leadership of the California Science Center, with Dennis R. Jenkins serving as Project Director.

Donors

This incredible educational and civic accomplishment has been enabled by the tremendous support of lead donors, the Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Oschin Family Foundation and the State of California; principal donors Korean Air and the Kresa Family Foundation; as well as The Ahmanson Foundation, Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Foundation, W. M. Keck Foundation, The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation, Melanie and Richard Lundquist, The Otis Booth Foundation, Weingart Foundation, and Ibrahim El-Hefni Technical Training Foundation. The California Science Center Foundation is grateful for their substantial investments, which together with the support of over 1,100 donors, total more than $415 million raised toward the $450 million project budget.

About the California Science Center

The California Science Center is a dynamic destination where families, adults, and children can explore the wonders of science through hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, innovative programs, and awe-inspiring large-format movies. The California Science Center and IMAX Theater are located in historic Exposition Park just west of the Harbor (110) Freeway at 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles. Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. General admission to the Science Center is FREE. The California Science Center is proud to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the American Alliance of Museums (AAM). Visit https://californiasciencecenter.org for more information.

About the EndeavourLA Campaign

A project of this scope and scale requires the visionary leadership of the philanthropic community and the support of the broader public. EndeavourLA is the California Science Center Foundation’s fundraising campaign that enabled the acquisition and previous temporary display of space shuttle Endeavour and supports our work to create the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center and sustain ongoing exhibits, programs, and operations. The project’s lead donors are the Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Oschin Family Foundation and the State of California, joined by principal donors Korean Air and the Kresa Family Foundation, along with numerous individuals, foundations, and corporate supporters. 

The California Science Center Foundation is actively fundraising to complete this ambitious campaign, with more than $415 million raised toward the $450 million goal. Everyone can help realize the exciting vision of the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, and donations at any level are welcome. To contribute or learn more, go to EndeavourLA.org.

Media Contacts

Kristina Kurasz Cutting | Director of Communications | California Science Center

kkurasz@californiasciencecenter.org | 213-744-7446

Sophie Jefferies | Communications Manager | California Science Center

sjefferies@californiasciencecenter.org | 213-744-7491

Maura Klosterman-Vu | Polskin Arts

maura.klosterman@finnpartners.com | 310-552-4117

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Pave and Levels.fyi Announce Strategic Alliance, Bringing Levels.fyi Data Into Pave Agent and Market Pricing

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Compensation decisions draw on more data than ever, and that data is scattered across surveys, spreadsheets, and tools. Pave has built the place where it all comes together: one platform, powered by real-time intelligence and open to every source compensation teams trust. Today’s strategic alliance with Levels.fyi is the latest step in that effort.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pave, the Agentic Compensation Management platform, today announced a strategic alliance with Levels.fyi, a compensation data platform that shows what work pays by company, level, location, and skill.

The alliance builds on Pave’s partnerships with The Croner Company, Korn Ferry, WTW, and others and reflects a continuing commitment: making it easier for customers to bring the critical data behind their pay decisions into one place. Pave will continue to expand the network of data partners available on the platform, so that compensation teams don’t have to stitch together sources by hand or choose between the ones they trust.

Through this strategic alliance, Pave customers can now access Levels.fyi data inside Pave Agent as well as Pave’s Market Pricing tool to compare pay for a role across sources, benchmark against real-time Market Data, and price jobs and build competitive pay ranges. Customers can analyze Levels.fyi data alongside their own compensation data and any other data sources they choose to use. Pave Agent can use Levels.fyi data as a reference input to deliver compensation intelligence, so teams can ask a question in plain language and see the answer across Levels.fyi, their other sources, and real-time intelligence from 9,000-plus companies in Pave’s dataset.

Levels.fyi adds a distinct lens on the market. Its data is contributed directly by the people earning it and backed by proof documents such as offer letters, W-2s, and pay stubs. Alongside survey and real-time views, it shows compensation teams what talent is actually earning.

With Levels.fyi data in Pave, mutual clients can:

Ask Pave Agent to compare pay for a role across Levels.fyi, WTW, Korn Ferry, Croner, and Pave’s real-time Market Data, all within one platformSee self-reported Levels.fyi data next to survey and real-time benchmarks to understand where the market views agree and where they divergeAnalyze Levels.fyi data alongside their own compensation data to see where their pay standsGive every analyst on the comp team, not just the person who manages the survey license, direct access to Levels.fyi data in their daily workflow

“Compensation decisions are only as good as the data behind them, and no single source tells the whole story,” said Matt Schulman, CEO of Pave. “Our goal is for Pave to be the central source for the data compensation teams use to make decisions, with real-time intelligence from 9,000-plus companies as the foundation and every source a client trusts available alongside it. Croner, Korn Ferry, WTW, and now Levels.fyi are steps in that effort, and we will keep adding more. Clients shouldn’t have to choose between the data sources they trust. They should have them all in one place.”

“Effective compensation benchmarking starts with a simple question, ‘How do we compare with the companies we actually compete against?'” said Zuhayeer Musa, co-founder of Levels.fyi. “Our data gives customers a current, company-level view of the market, backed by real proof such as offer letters and pay stubs. Bringing that perspective into Pave means teams can build the peer groups that matter to them, focus on a single competitor, and combine Levels.fyi’s rich intelligence with the rest of their stack. Pave has set the standard for connected compensation, and we’re excited to keep helping our mutual customers make faster, more confident pay decisions.”

Levels.fyi data is now available to mutual customers through Pave Agent and Pave’s Market Pricing tool. Existing customers can contact their account teams for access and availability details.

About Pave

Pave is the Agentic Compensation Management platform, powered by real-time compensation intelligence from 9,000-plus companies and a growing network of data partners. Beyond Market Pricing, Pave’s platform spans Market Data benchmarking, Compensation Planning, Total Rewards, Team View, Visual Offer Letters, and Pave Agent, giving compensation teams one connected system to price roles, plan cycles, and communicate pay across the business. To learn more, visit www.pave.com.

About Levels.fyi

Levels.fyi is a compensation data platform that shows what work pays by company, level, location, and skill, and offers a different perspective of the market. Its data is contributed directly by the people earning it, backed by proof documents like offer letters, W-2s, and pay stubs. Levels.fyi reports 1M+ compensation data points, 2,100+ companies with fresh data, and 8,500+ company job ladders mapped, and says more than 3M professionals use the platform every month. To learn more, visit www.levels.fyi.

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