At the start of this year's CES show, Intel announced it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ascending Technologies. In acquiring AscTec, Intel is planning to combine the German firm's Linux-based drones with its RealSense 3D cameras to extend computer vision capabilities. Financial terms were not disclosed for the acquisition of the 75-person, Krailing, Germany based firm, which signed up Intel as a minority investor a year ago. The company will continue to support existing customers, says Intel. According to AscTec, "well over 1,000 of our unique aircraft solutions are in frequent operation worldwide."