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.

Full Exhibitor List Announced for Ocean Business 2023

More than 300 world leading manufacturers and service providers from the ocean science and technology industry will be exhibiting at the sold-out show, April 18-20 at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton, UK

Feb 23, 2023
TEKEVER Expands AR5 UAS Capabilities with SAR Integration

Developed by TEKEVER’s Space division, GAMASAR has the ability to detect different types of objects in all weather conditions to support maritime and land-based wide-area surveillance missions

Feb 23, 2023
New Two Stroke Hybrid Engine for UAVs

UAVHE SL new UAVHE P1-124 engine boasts an integrated 11kW alternator and cutting-edge technologies including EFI, liquid cooling, twin spark plug ignition, an internal gearbox, and an idle clutch

Feb 23, 2023
US Army Continues Shadow Tactical UAS Modernization

Textron Systems will provide continued contractor logistics support; field service; maintenance including hardware, spares and repairs; and engineering support for the Shadow Tactical UAS

Feb 23, 2023
Thermal Imaging Camera Modules for Drones & Robotics

Sierra-Olympia's SWIR, MWIR and LWIR imaging solutions can be integrated into a wide variety of platforms

Feb 22, 2023
Wavefront Debuts Intruder Detection Sonar at NAVDEX 2023

Sentinel uses a new patented Simultaneous In-band Passive and Active Sonar (SInAPS) capability to enhance its detection and tracking capability, particularly against small unmanned underwater platforms

Feb 22, 2023
New Squad Radio Launched at IDEX 2023

CODAN | DTC’s new Sentry Mesh 6161-L soldier/squad radio is designed for demanding military applications that require performance, range and versatility in a lightweight, wearable unit

Feb 22, 2023
Veronte Autopilot 4x in eVTOL AXE

Collaboration between Embention and Skyfly sees the Veronte Autopilot 4x redundant flight control system used in the electric-hybrid eVTOL, Axe

Feb 22, 2023
Draganfly CEO to Keynote at Natural Disasters Expo 2023

Draganfly CEO Cameron Chell will discuss how the company’s drones have helped deliver medical supplies to remote areas and visual oversight during active emergencies, medical, and disaster response situations

Feb 22, 2023
D-Fend Solutions to Provide C-UAS Security in The UAE

D-Fend Solutions will cooperate with the UAE defense company Resource Industries to provide advanced C-UAS technology to the United Arab Emirates’ security agencies

Feb 21, 2023
EDGE Unveils 11 New Autonomous & Unmanned Solutions at IDEX 2023

The new breakthrough products and systems cover a wide range of missions, including tactical ISR, logistics support, and sophisticated combat operations

Feb 21, 2023
Spright Awarded First Non-Geospecific BVLOS Waiver for Utility Inspection

The Certificate of Waiver allows small UAS to travel up to four nautical miles for critical utility infrastructure surveys

Feb 21, 2023
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
Advancing Unmanned Systems Through Strategic Collaboration UST works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive unmanned systems capabilities forward.