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.

BlackEagle 50H Incorporates Micro Maritime Patrol Radar for Long Range Missions

BIRD Aerosystems’ Micro Maritime Patrol Radar (µMPR) enables Steadicopter’s BlackEagle 50H to carry out accurate mapping of all vessels within a radius of 200 km

Feb 21, 2023
FIXAR & Helisul Aviação Partner to Boost BVLOS Market in Brazil

Beginning in March 2023, Helisul will manage the sale, support, and operation of FIXAR 007 drones in the expanding Brazilian UAV market

Feb 21, 2023
New Ultra-Miniature Coreless Motor Servo for Small UAVs

Hitec's D131MW delivers excellent torque in a nano-sized package

Feb 20, 2023
VTOL Fixed-Wing Drones for Surveying & GIS Mapping

The Marlyn Cobalt VTOL UAS features a hybrid wind-resistant design and can be equipped with a range of sensors and payloads

Feb 20, 2023
BAE Systems Awarded First Lloyd’s Register UMS Certification on a Naval USV 

BAE’s uncrewed AP24 RIB has potential to undertake missions such as force protection and anti-piracy, persistent intelligence gathering and maritime security to meet the evolving threats of modern warfare

Feb 20, 2023
Milanion to Present AI-Based Solutions at IDEX 2023

The company will be showcasing its Alakran ‘S’ mobile mortar system, WarbleFly loitering munition multi-launch system, and AGEMA SKYLOCK C-UAS system from 20–24 February on stand 01-B23

Feb 20, 2023
Cargo Airline Purchases Fuel Efficient VTOL Air Cargo Drones

Ameriflight believes using Sabrewing’s Rhaegal-A aircraft to carry cargo to off-airport alternative landing zones will allow it to aid customers in developing a faster and more efficient warehouse distribution network

Feb 20, 2023
Developing RPAS for Law Enforcement, Maritime Surveillance in Australia 

Babcock and IAI will undertake a series of in-country demonstrations of IAI’s WanderB-VTOL and ThunderB-VTOL UAS and are engaging with a number of agencies to refine a range of practical operational concepts to prove the capabilities

Feb 17, 2023
Divergent Brings Additive Manufacturing to UAS Development

GA-ASI is working with Divergent to apply its DAPS data-driven approach for designing, fabricating and assembling vehicle structures to manufacturing GA-ASI’s line of UAS

Feb 17, 2023
Adhesives, Conformal Coatings and Maskants for PCBs & Electronic Assemblies

Dymax's rapid light-curing materials bond and protect PCBs, electronic subassemblies and optical components in mission-critical aerospace, defense, and military applications

Feb 17, 2023
Galileo GNSS Receiver for EASA Specific Category UAS

The new receiver is aimed at riskier commercial drone operations such as infrastructure monitoring, oil and gas pipeline inspection, emergency management and cargo delivery

Feb 17, 2023
Volatus Receives Drone Cargo Services License in Canada

This license allows the company to build its drone cargo capability under the Volatus brand in preparation for the anticipated Transport Canada/FAA regulatory changes

Feb 17, 2023
Tickets Now Available for IoT Tech Expo North America 2023

First release tickets are available at a discounted rate of 50% until 20 February

Feb 17, 2023
State Emergency Service of Ukraine Receives Situational Assessment Drone

Draganfly’s Situational Assessment Drones will provide regions of Ukraine with intel, infrastructure assessments, and aid in search and rescue operations throughout the country

Feb 16, 2023
Hydrogen-Powered Drone Launched for Defense & Commercial Use

HevenDrones’ new H2D55 drone, the first in the company’s product line of hydrogen-powered drones, can fly for 100 minutes with a payload capacity of 7kg

Feb 16, 2023
Wireless Modem for Water-Air Boundary Data Transmission

CSignum's HydroFi Modem has been tested in the oil and gas sector for repairing assets using autonomous vehicles

Feb 15, 2023
Rugged Gimbal Payloads for Tactical UAS

Trillium's gimbals have been incorporated into a variety of leading unmanned aircraft platforms, including the Textron Systems Aerosonde, Quantum-Systems Vector and Martin UAV V-BAT

Feb 15, 2023
First Drone Piloting Apprenticeship Program Launched in the US

Fullerton College’s Hornet Drone Piloting Apprenticeship Program is focused on providing opportunities for underrepresented communities and developing skills for a workforce from all over the region

Feb 15, 2023
New Tronics AXO300 Digital MEMS Accelerometers Released

TDK Corporation has released the AXO301 high-resolution accelerometer and inclinometer for railway and industrial systems, and the AXO305 high-performance accelerometer for land, marine and robotics applications

Feb 15, 2023
ComNav Releases 610T5 Firmware for K803 GNSS Module

ComNav's latest 610T5 brings enhanced reliability in ionospheric environments and greater functionality

Feb 15, 2023
GradeOne Group & UAVOS to Showcase Land & Air Capabilities at IDEX 2023

UAVOS and MP3 International will present their family of unmanned jet powered aerial targets, in addition to an anti-drone laser system

Feb 15, 2023
Gaps M5 USBL System Added to RTS Rental Pool of Equipment

Available for RTS customers globally, Exail's Gaps M5 addresses accuracy and performance needs, and requirements for vertical and horizontal tracking applications

Feb 15, 2023
CRP GULF to Showcase Windform Materials for 3D Printing at IDEX 2023

CRP GULF will be displaying its latest 3D printed solutions manufactured in Windform composite materials and L-PBF technology for the unmanned, aerospace and defense industries

Feb 15, 2023
Engineering Class Drone Sensors Leverage Sony Alpha 7R IV Camera

Visual Intelligence’s MACS-3DTM dual-sensor drone payload is equipped with two Sony Alpha 7R IV cameras that have been specialized for tower data collection

Feb 14, 2023
Exploring the Use of UAVs for Urgent Medical Deliveries

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is partnering with Apian to conduct drone trials that seek to streamline time-sensitive medical deliveries, improve patient experiences and reduce carbon emissions

Feb 14, 2023
Emirates Defense Technology to Supply Steadicopter Rotary UAS in the UAE

Emirates Defense Technology (EDT) joins forces with Steadicopter to offer a lightweight, unmanned robotic helicopter that meets challenges faced by homeland security, military forces and law enforcement agencies

Feb 14, 2023
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