Unmanned Systems News & Articles

The latest unmanned systems news for UAV, UAS, UGV, USV, UUV, drones and robotics. Articles on product launches and technological advances in unmanned and autonomous design, research and manufacture.

Successful Demonstration of Transwing VTOL UAS Capabilities on Ships at Sea

PteroDynamics’ Transwing aircraft has completed nine autonomous launch and recovery demonstrations from USNS Burlington as part of the U.S. Navy 4th Fleet Hybrid Fleet Campaign Event

Nov 03, 2023
Miniature Gyro-Stabilized EO/IR Payloads for UAVs

Nanomotion’s Velox weighs just 430 grams and features a 12 MP RGB camera and an uncooled 640 x 512 LWIR camera

Nov 03, 2023
Fischer Releases New High-Speed Connectors & Cable Assemblies for UHD Data Transfer

The new Ultra High Definition (UHD) audio/video connectivity solutions from the Fischer Core and Fischer MiniMax series offer 18 Gbit/s data transfer speeds for demanding applications in sectors such as medical, scientific, and defense

Nov 02, 2023
Raytheon Successfully Demonstrates Counter-UAS Solutions 

RTX’s 360-degree KuRFS radar successfully detects and tracks a swarm of more than 30 UAVs, while the Coyote demonstrated reduced engagement timelines to defeat multiple threats

Nov 02, 2023
Blue Sky Network & Videosoft Partner to Integrate Video Compression Technology into the Skylink Family of Solutions

Blue Sky Network will leverage Videosoft Global's expertise in adaptive video compression and transmission protocols to enhance its existing SkyLink family of SATCOM solutions

Nov 02, 2023
Schiebel CAMCOPTER® S-100 Showcases Multiple Maritime Capabilities During REPMUS NATO Exercise

During REPMUS and Dynamic Messenger 2023, Schiebel and partners showcased the CAMCOPTER® S-100’s deployment solutions for sonobuoys, bathymetric LiDAR, AUVs and profiling floats

Nov 02, 2023
Marine Robot Fleets to Advance Ocean Exploration

The Squads of Adaptive Robots initiative aimed to demonstrate how large-scale survey and exploration missions can be achieved by going beyond the limitations of individual AUVs

Nov 02, 2023
New Dual Tracking Antenna from Embention

The new version of the T28 tracking antenna allows for the installation of two directional antennas, making it compatible with MIMO systems and similar technologies

Nov 01, 2023
Second-Generation Drone Propulsion System Delivers Enhanced Reliability & Functionality

Alva Industries’ ALTUS X60 has been redesigned to provide enhanced weatherproofing, cutting-edge safety features, compatibility with a wide range of UAV airframes, and more.

Nov 01, 2023
Acoustic Underwater Detonation System for MCM & EOD

SonaBlow can be deployed as part of a complete manned-unmanned teaming approach to mine counter measures

Nov 01, 2023
New Tactical-Grade Multi-Frequency GNSS Antenna for Autonomous Vehicles & Robotics

The multi-frequency and multi-constellation antenna meets MIL-STD-810 requirements and features IP67-rated low-SWaP construction

Oct 31, 2023
Test Flight of Large UAV Takes Place at Wicks John O’Groats Airport

The C-600 from ARC Aerosystems is the largest vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in Europe with a wingspan of over eight meters, 100kg payload capacity, and the ability to travel up to 400km

Oct 31, 2023
TopoEquipos Now Official Distributor for Marlyn Cobalt Drones in Peru

Fast-growing Dutch drone manufacturer Atmos has signed a distribution agreement with TopoEquipos in Peru

Oct 31, 2023
MDOT Advanced Aerial Innovation Region Launched

MDOT and Michigan Central have created first-of-its-kind urban airspace infrastructure in Detroit, addressing accessibility, safety, tech equity and regulatory challenges

Oct 31, 2023
Coptrz to Distribute Xer’s Heavy-Duty UAS Across the UK

Coptrz has formed a partnership with Xer Technologies and becomex the exclusive distributor of the Xer X8 unmanned aerial system (UAS) in the UK

Oct 31, 2023
Swinburne’s AIR Hub Achieves First Hydrogen Flight

The flight, in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, was the first for a electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), hydrogen-powered unmanned aerial system (UAS)

Oct 30, 2023
High-Efficiency Hybrid Drone Engines for Commercial UAVs

UAVHE's engines combine the advantages of both electric and combustion technologies, leveraging the energy density of gasoline and the manoeuvrability of motors

Oct 30, 2023
Full Programme Announced for Marine Autonomy & Technology Showcase 2023

The full programme for MATS 2023 has been released. This year’s Marine Autonomy Technology Showcase is taking place 7-9 November 2023, at NOC Southampton

Oct 30, 2023
New Doodle Labs Interference-Avoidance Drone Features

Doodle Labs’ Sense promises more resilient datalink for defense and commercial customers using long-range, mission-critical robotics and connected teams

Oct 30, 2023
Most Read Articles on UST This Week

Here’s our round-up of the five most read articles on UnmannedSystemsTechnology.com this week

Oct 27, 2023
ELWAVE Deploys Subsea Electromagnetic Sensor

ELWAVE’s CEDAR Technology is the company’s patented biomimetics active electrics technology, and will be deployed in the company’s new active electrics sensor Octopulse

Oct 27, 2023
New AutoNaut USV Unveiled

The sensors on board the AutoNaut USVs will provide scientists at BMS with humidity, conductivity, temperature, depth, wind and wave data to assist with Hurricane tracking

Oct 27, 2023
MARSS Completes Demonstrations with MoD Showcasing NiDAR-Powered C2 Systems

Over three consecutive days on the Isle of Portland, MARSS Group played host to UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) delegates, demonstrating the effectiveness of its NiDAR enabled Command and Control (C2) systems across all four domains

Oct 27, 2023
Persistent Systems Advances U.S. Army 10X Initiative with MANET Technology

Persistent Systems is enhancing U.S. Army infantry platoons with advanced MANET technology, supporting the 10X initiative’s integration of unmanned systems for improved battlefield effectiveness

Oct 27, 2023
Shield AI & Sentient Partner for AI-Enabled Situational Awareness

The companies believe combining Sentient’s ViDAR with Shield AI’s Hivemind will provide the most advanced AI-piloted ISR sensor package in the world

Oct 27, 2023
AVSS Completes PRS Integration & Compliance Validation 

The PRS-M350 includes a Parachute Recovery System, a Flight Termination System, and more to enable complex flight operations for commercial operators

Oct 26, 2023
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