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.

AI Software Launched for Automatic Object Recognition & Tracking

Integrated into its autonomous systems, UAVOS’s AI-powered computer vision can automatically detect problems, accelerate response times, and provide the real-time alerts necessary to proactively manage critical situations.

May 03, 2023
Phase One P3 Camera Integrates with IF1200A Drone for Aerial Mapping 

The Inspired Flight and Phase One P3 integration solution enables complete camera control and the ability to write GNSS data directly on the image for photogrammetry and inspection applications

May 03, 2023
DAA System Integrates with Drone Connectivity Solution for BVLOS Operations

Sagetech Avionics’s ACAS X-based Detect and Avoid (DAA) system has been integrated with the Elsight Halo drone connectivity platform for aircraft seeking BVLOS type certification

May 02, 2023
UX1-Neo AUV Dives the Hranice Abyss

The UX1-Neo ROV by UNEXMIN Georobotics set a new world record by diving to a depth of 450 meters in the Hranice Abyss, the deepest freshwater cave in the world

May 02, 2023
AI-Powered UAS Lifecycle Tracking & Reporting Software Launched

Thirium's UAS TrackPro's integrated artificial intelligence chat system can generate custom reports based on user inputs and access to available data

May 02, 2023
New Military-Grade sUAS Launched for Nighttime Operations

Red Cat's Teal 2 sUAS, equipped with Teledyne FLIR's Hadron 640R sensor, is compact and rugged, with multi-vehicle command and control allowing for 360-degree view of a target

May 02, 2023
maxon Develops Efficient UAV Drive Systems

maxon’s UAV propulsion systems consist of BLDC motors, ESCs, and propellers built for the utmost safety and efficiency

May 02, 2023
Geospatial World Forum 2023 Heads to Rotterdam this May

With expected participation of 800+ attendees from more than 75 countries, the Geospatial World Forum is set to be a global gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and experts from the geospatial industry 

Apr 28, 2023
Southwest Antennas Expands to New Headquarters

Southwest Antennas develops high performance, ruggedized antennas and accessories for mission critical applications

Apr 28, 2023
Agricultural eVTOL Authorized to Operate in the U.S.

Guardian Agriculture has received FAA approval to begin safely operating its SC1 fully-autonomous, electric, American-made agricultural aircraft in the U.S.

Apr 28, 2023
Drone Landmine Detection & Mapping Technology Delivered to Ukraine

Draganfly has fulfilled the second delivery of situational awareness drones to DSNS Emergency Services in Ukraine and will demonstrate landmine detection and mapping technologies

Apr 28, 2023
Housed Full-band Helical GNSS Antenna Introduced

Calian has introduced the housed HC990XF eXtended filter full-band GNSS helical antenna which does not require a ground plane, making it ideal antenna for drones and UAVs

Apr 28, 2023
World’s First Fully Remote Offshore Wind Farm Inspection Completed in the UK

Blue Essence from Fugro is believed to be the first USV to receive approval from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to operate fully remotely with an electric ROV and undertake surveys in UK waters

Apr 28, 2023
AeroVironment Receives Additional Funding for US Army Loitering Missile Systems

This new US Army contract includes foreign military sales of the Switchblade 300 loitering missile system for the first time to France and another allied nation, expanding Switchblade’s footprint internationally

Apr 28, 2023
US Joint Chiefs of Staff to Present at ACI’s Future C4ISR Summit

The event will feature briefings on topics including the integration of the space domain, the role of cloud architectures within C2, the application of AI/ML in ISR and the role of unmanned systems in future operating environments

Apr 28, 2023
Bringing Digital Inspection to State Departments of Transportation Across the US

Michael Baker will use gNext’s custom-built, cloud-based inspection platform to assist US state departments of transportation in making confident decisions about their infrastructure assets

Apr 27, 2023
Advanced Navigation Opens Subsea Robotics Center in Australia

The facility is split between development and manufacturing for high volume production and continued research and expansion of subsea navigation and robotics technologies, including the autonomous underwater robot, Hydrus

Apr 27, 2023
Surveillance Solution Enables Large-Scale BVLOS Operations

UVT is now offering Iris Automation's Casia G ground-based air surveillance system to its customers to enhance efficiency and safety in Drone as a First Responder operations

Apr 27, 2023
Next-Generation Cameras for Autonomous & Industrial Applications

D3’s new DesignCore camera series feature uncompromising image quality, advancing AI development on the industry’s latest embedded platforms

Apr 27, 2023
Partnership Brings Complete Airspace Visualization to BVLOS Drone Operators

Kongsberg Geospatial integrates Iris Automation’s Casia G ground-based detect and alert system to support BVLOS UAS operations without visual observers

Apr 27, 2023
Who to see at Xponential 2023

UnmannedSystemsTechnology.com are thrilled to be working with so many companies attending AUVSI's Xponential this year...

Apr 26, 2023
Advanced AI Software Integration Expands Trillium’s Data Products Offering

The integration of SightX's advanced AI into Trillium Engineering’s gimbals will further amplify customers' abilities to execute unmanned ISR missions

Apr 26, 2023
Merlin to Trial Autonomous Cargo Flights in Alaska

The Merlin Pilot will be the first highly automated flight control system integrated into the National Airspace System

Apr 26, 2023
Sea Machines Autonomy Selected for Unmanned Search & Rescue Vessel

Incorporating Sea Machines' SM300 autonomous command and control solution, Zelim’s Guardian fast rescue craft will be the world’s first search and rescue vessel capable of uncrewed operation

Apr 26, 2023
New Funding Enables infiniDome to Bring Navigation Resiliency to Unmanned Systems

The $9 million investment will help infiniDome further its mission to bring navigation resiliency to unmanned aerial systems and vehicles in defense and commercial markets

Apr 26, 2023
Successful Flight of Autonomous Cargo Drone Prototype Validates Blended Wing Body Design

The flight tests mark a milestone for Natilus and the autonomous cargo aircraft industry by validating wind tunnel tests conducted over 3 years, testing the aerodynamic performance of the blended-wing-body aircraft design

Apr 26, 2023
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