Quadsat & TEKEVER Integrate Advanced Electronic Warfare Payload into AR3 EVO Drone

TEKEVER and Quadsat have successfully completed flight integration of the SpectraLoc payload on the AR3 EVO tactical UAS to enhance airborne electromagnetic intelligence By Joe Macey / 30 Mar 2026

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TEKEVER & Quadsat Integrate Advanced Electronic Warfare Payload into AR3 EVO Drone
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Quadsat and TEKEVER have successfully conducted flight integration tests of the SpectraLoc Electronic Warfare (EW) payload aboard the AR3 EVO tactical UAS.

This milestone validates the interoperability between Quadsat’s Radio Frequency (RF) sensing technology and TEKEVER’s modular AI-based autonomous architecture. The trials demonstrated the AR3 EVO’s capacity to operate the payload during active flight, highlighting a transition toward more flexible, platform-agnostic defense solutions. By collecting electromagnetic data from an airborne platform, the integrated system reduces reliance on traditional ground-based hardware and shortens the timeframe between detection and operational action.

Quadsat’s SpectraLoc is designed to detect and geolocate hostile emitters at sea or behind enemy lines. When paired with the AR3 EVO, the system transforms electromagnetic data into actionable intelligence, allowing operators to build a more reliable map of the electromagnetic environment. This approach is intended to provide defense and security forces with a cost-efficient tool for modern warfare, prioritizing adaptability over closed, proprietary systems.

Karl Brew, General Manager of TEKEVER UK, said, “This integration reflects our commitment to building flexible, mission-ready systems that can evolve with operational needs. By enabling seamless collaboration between platforms and advanced sensing technologies, we are reinforcing an open architecture approach that prioritizes adaptability and speed.”

The collaboration allows for the integration of best-in-class RF sensors without the requirement for extensive platform reconfiguration. This modular strategy ensures that uncrewed systems can evolve alongside mission requirements while maintaining readiness at the tactical edge.

Niels Bjerregaard, CEO at Quadsat, stated, “We greatly appreciate the collaboration and the opportunity to integrate our SpectraLoc solution into the TEKEVER AR3 EVO. At Quadsat, we are committed to ensuring our technology can be implemented across platforms, enabling flexible and scalable deployment for gaining an advantage on the battlefield of today using RF technology to dominate the electromagnetic spectrum.”

Both companies intend to continue the refinement of the integrated solution, focusing on enhancing performance and operational reliability within complex environments. As providers of AI-centric systems and advanced sensing technologies, Quadsat and TEKEVER are said to remain focused on delivering end-to-end autonomous platforms for modern security challenges.

Posted by Joe Macey Joseph Macey is a Content Specialist at Unmanned Systems Technology. Since joining in 2022, he has focused on emerging technologies in unmanned systems, with particular expertise in Counter-UAS, communication systems, and camera technologies. A graduate of Falmouth University in Journalism, Joseph began his career in 2019 as a local reporter. His journalism experience not only sharpens his reporting but also enhances his ability to conduct in-depth interviews, enabling him to deliver authoritative insights on the latest industry trends. Connect
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