Upgrade Energy develops innovative battery technologies that enable drones and unmanned systems to maximize performance, range, and endurance. Designed, assembled, and tested in the USA, the company’s NDAA-compliant battery solutions are trusted by military, commercial, and professional operators worldwide.
Unmanned Systems Technology (UST) is pleased to announce the addition of Upgrade Energy to our global supplier ecosystem. As a Platinum Supplier, Upgrade Energy is showcasing a portfolio of advanced battery technologies engineered specifically for UAVs and unmanned systems, helping manufacturers and operators unlock greater flight times, improved efficiency, and dependable mission performance.
Leveraging advanced manufacturing and welding processes and utilizing premium cells from industry-leading suppliers such as Amprius and Molicel, Upgrade Energy delivers battery packs that are optimized for real-world operational requirements. By designing each product line around specific mission profiles including power-intensive, balanced efficiency, and endurance-focused applications, the company provides customers with predictable integration, repeatable performance, and enhanced operational capabilities.
Key products and capabilities include:
Dark Lithium GREEN Series – High-energy-density battery packs designed for general-purpose multirotor and fixed-wing UAS requiring extended endurance, space optimization, and long service life for applications such as mapping, surveying, and infrastructure inspection.
Dark Lithium RED Series – High-discharge battery solutions optimized for thrust-intensive multirotor, VTOL, and heavy-lift platforms, delivering stable voltage output and reliable performance in demanding operational environments.
Dark Lithium GOLD Series – Ultra-high-energy-density battery packs engineered to maximize flight time and range for weight- and space-constrained UAS platforms supporting ISR, payload delivery, and other endurance-critical missions.
Mission-Specific Battery Engineering – Product lines developed around distinct operational requirements to deliver superior real-world performance rather than one-size-fits-all battery solutions.
Custom Battery Design & Engineering – Tailored battery systems developed through in-house expertise in software, electronics, enclosure design, testing, and integration for unique unmanned systems applications.
NDAA-Compliant U.S. Manufacturing – Designed, assembled, and tested in the USA, with production exceeding 3,000 battery packs per month from the company’s Los Angeles manufacturing facility.
Upgrade Energy’s engineering-driven approach considers critical electrical and mechanical factors such as resistance, voltage drop, thermal management, wiring architecture, and overall system integration. This enables OEMs and system integrators to benefit from consistent electrical and thermal behavior while maintaining high performance across specific mission profiles.
To learn more about Upgrade Energy and their advanced battery solutions for drones and unmanned systems, visit their full profile on Unmanned Systems Technology.
