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Explore UST’s round-up of our five most read articles in the industry this week, including new technologies, demonstrations, and industry successes.
Gremsy, a leading manufacturer of gimbal and payload systems for UAVs, has unveiled the Orus L, a spherical payload engineered for high-speed aerial and ground-based uncrewed systems.
Designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional applications, the Orus L combines durability, onboard intelligence, and high-performance data capture in a compact, aerodynamic form.
2. Stalker UAS Joins DIU Blue List of Approved Drones
Redwire Corporation has been granted Authority to Operate (ATO) for the Stalker uncrewed aerial system (UAS), developed by its subsidiary, Edge Autonomy, and is now on the Blue UAS List.
The DIU Blue List contains technology vetted and approved by the Department of Defense (DoD) authority for universal use across government agencies. Drones on the DIU Blue List are subject to rigorous testing to ensure they meet stringent cybersecurity, NDAA-compliance, and operational requirements.
3. XQ-67A Test Flight Demonstrates Autonomous Systems & Tactical Communication Integration
The XQ-67A, a second-generation Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.(GA-ASI) under contract for AFRL, has completed a test flight in the Californian High Desert, furthering AFRL’s objectives for integrated mission systems.
The flight showcased the combination of government-owned autonomy with active tactical datalink communication infrastructure. The event marked a crucial step in advancing scalable, modular autonomy and interoperable crewed-uncrewed teaming (C/U-T).
4. TEKEVER Collaborates to Accelerate Autonomous Systems for European Defense & Security
TEKEVER, a developer of Fixed Wing UAV and VTOL UAV platforms, is collaborating with Plextek, for its expertise in high-performance, low size, weight and power (SWaP) electronics and RF payload integration, to deliver autonomous defense and security technologies.
The companies aim to accelerate innovation, integrating advanced electronic warfare and navigation technologies for a more autonomous, secure and competitive European defense industrial infrastructure.
5. Meteksan Counter Drone & Radar Systems on Display at IDEF 2025
Meteksan Defense, a leading company in Turkey’s defense industry, will present its latest solutions including advanced radar systems, electronic warfare technologies, and counter drone systems at the 2025 International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF), July 22-27, 2025, Istanbul Expo Center, Turkey, Hall 2 booth 2-B03.
Throughout the exhibition, the Meteksan Defense stand will serve as a key destination for visitors seeking high-performance, mission-critical technologies designed to meet the evolving operational requirements of the Turkish Armed Forces and allied nations.
