Case Studies, Applications and Insight Articles

Articles and technology insights covering unmanned and autonomous technology, systems and developments

Engineering High-Performance Systems for SWaP-C Efficiency

WOLF Advanced Technology examines how Size, Weight, Power, and Cost considerations shape the development of high-performance systems, balancing compute performance, efficiency, and scalability for deployment across defense, aerospace, robotics, and edge AI applications

by WOLF Advanced Technology
How Teradek is Advancing Video Connectivity for Unmanned Missions

Greg Dubar, Global Director of Sales – Public Safety & Defense at Teradek, highlights resilient video transmission, network bonding, and connectivity technologies enabling reliable communications for UAV, BVLOS, ISR, and public safety operations

by Teradek
How Xsens Inertial Modules Enable Accurate UAV Navigation

Explore Xsens inertial modules supporting UAV stability and navigation through high-rate orientation data, sensor fusion, compact designs, and rugged integration options

by Xsens
Accelerating Autonomous Capability Through the Defence Investment Plan 2026

Rotron Aerospace examines how the UK’s Defence Investment Plan 2026 could advance autonomous systems through sovereign manufacturing and faster capability delivery

by Rotron Aerospace
Pelican 1535 Air Case Protects Portable High Performance Computer Systems

Pelican's 1535 Air Case provides Neox Computers with a lightweight, carry-on compatible transport solution for protecting compact, high-performance computer systems during worldwide travel

by Pelican Products
Improving UAV Mapping Efficiency with Faster Sensor Capture Rates

Sentera’s whitepaper explores how sensor capture rate can influence UAV mapping efficiency, flight planning, image overlap, and area coverage

by Sentera Sensors & Drones
Sunhillo Discusses How ADS-B Receivers Support Safer BVLOS Operations

In this Q&A, Sunhillo explains how ADS-B receiver technology can help UAS operators improve situational awareness during BVLOS missions, supporting UTM, detect-and-avoid, and controlled airspace integration

by Sunhillo Corporation
Automatic Target Recognition Enhancing UAV ISR Missions

Maris-Tech examines how automatic target recognition and edge AI are enabling UAVs to deliver faster, more accurate real time intelligence

by Maris-Tech
SWIR Imaging Through Smoke & Obscurants for UAV Applications

New Imaging Technologies (NIT) examines how SWIR imaging can support UAV and handheld firefighting applications by improving visibility through smoke and other obscurants and providing additional scene context alongside thermal imaging

by New Imaging Technologies
Evaluating Regulatory Pathways for Scalable UAS BVLOS Operations

The Tactien Group considers how utilities and operators can assess current FAA options, identify readiness gaps and prepare for scalable UAS BVLOS operations under a future Part 108 framework

by Tactien Group
Gotonomi Satcom Supports ESA Iris Trial

Gotonomi UAV satellite terminal technology supported an ESA Iris RPAS flight trial examining resilient connectivity, UTM integration and safe beyond visual line of sight operations in managed airspace

by Gotonomi
Key Considerations for Selecting UAV Gimbal Systems

UAV Propulsion Tech outlines essential considerations for sourcing UAV gimbals, from payload constraints and sensors to stabilization and system integration

by UAV Propulsion Tech
The Role of RF-Enabled C-UAS in Advanced Air Mobility

CRFS examines the role of RF-enabled C-UAS technology in supporting Advanced Air Mobility through passive airspace monitoring, threat detection, UTM integration, spectrum monitoring, and the management of evolving security challenges

by CRFS
Optimizing Public Safety UAS Training via Realistic Physics & Advanced Simulation

Little Arms Studios has transformed the Texas Department of Public Safety unmanned aircraft training program, delivering realistic simulation via Zephyr Drone Simulator to reduce pilot flight testing times

by Zephyr
Airvolute UAV Payload Adapters Simplify Camera & Gimbal Integration

Airvolute's UAV payload adapters enable rapid integration of leading cameras and gimbals with DroneCore systems, reducing development effort and simplifying deployment

by Airvolute
How to Turn COTS Wi-Fi into a MANET Network for Attritable Drone Swarms

Meshmerize explores the factors that influence predictable drone networking, examining how link-level control can support scalable network behavior from two-node deployments to multi-hop mesh systems

by Meshmerize
Military-Grade PCB Manufacturing for Reliable Mission-Critical Applications

San Francisco Circuits outlines how MIL-PRF-31032, MIL-PRF-55110, and MIL-PRF-50884 establish requirements for the manufacturing, testing, and traceability of military-grade PCBs designed to withstand extreme conditions in mission-critical applications

by San Francisco Circuits
The Role of Tethered UAVs in Persistent ISR Operations

Elistair examines how tethered UAVs can support persistent ISR operations, communications relay, force protection, and military integration in contested environments affected by electronic warfare and GPS denial

by Elistair
Sonar Technology Supports Underwater Disaster Response Operations in India

Cerulean Sonar’s imaging sonar technology helped Banergy reduce underwater search timelines and improve diver safety during disaster response operations in India’s low-visibility river environments

by Cerulean Sonar
Integration of D-Fend RF-Cyber Technology for Scalable Counter-Drone Architecture

Explore Motorola Solutions’ acquisition of D-Fend Solutions and the EnforceAir and EnforceAir2 RF cyber takeover systems advancing counter-drone airspace security capabilities

by D-Fend Solutions
Detecting AUV & UUV Threats to Critical Underwater Infrastructure

Forcys outlines the maritime security challenges posed by increasingly accessible AUVs and UUVs, and the underwater acoustic monitoring capabilities required to detect potential threats to critical underwater infrastructure

by Forcys
Agilica Delivers Precision Recovery for Maritime UAV Operations

Agilica’s beacon-based Ultra-Wideband positioning system has supported 30 successful maritime uncrewed aerial vehicle recoveries to a vessel travelling at approximately 10 knots, with no failed recoveries recorded during the trial sequence

by Agilica
Reducing Downtime in Mapping and Surveying Operations with Fuel Cell UAV Power

Intelligent Energy explores how fuel cell-powered UAVs are transforming mapping and surveying operations by delivering significantly longer flight endurance, reducing refuelling times, and eliminating the frequent operational downtime associated with conventional battery-powered systems

by Intelligent Energy
Enabling Precision Drone Deliveries at Edmonton International Airport

Trimble Applanix technology supports Volatus Aerospace’s precision drone logistics operations at Edmonton International Airport, enabling medical deliveries in controlled airspace without local base stations

by Trimble Applanix
Designing GNSS Correction Pipelines for Mobile Robots

RTKdata explains how robust GNSS correction pipeline design improves RTK reliability, positioning accuracy, and operational resilience for autonomous mobile robots

by RTKdata
Advancing Unmanned Systems Through Strategic Collaboration UST works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive unmanned systems capabilities forward.