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.

Beluga Drone to Embed uAvionix Autopilot & CNPC Ecosystem

Beluga will include the uAvionix George G3, a CubePilot-based autopilot designed to DAL-C safety standards, and the truFYX EXT GPS which will provide high-quality avionics at a low SWaP consumption and cost

Apr 28, 2022
New Coaxial Drone for Material Transport

The NX30 is adaptable to the unique requirements of delivery network operators and can be optimized for a wide range of missions

Apr 27, 2022
TEKEVER AR3 UAS Upgraded with VTOL & Integrated SAR Capabilities

The new version of the AR3 features a hot-swappable VTOL system that increases the flexibility of the aircraft

Apr 27, 2022
World’s Largest Deployment of Autonomous Drones at US Electric Utility

Percepto will initially deploy 13 autonomous drones at Florida Power & Light, with plans to introduce hundreds of drones to monitor the utility’s distribution substations over the next five years

Apr 27, 2022
Seaspray V2 Maritime Radar Integrated onto MQ-9A UAV

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems integrated the Leonardo Seaspray 7500E V2 multi-mode radar onto an MQ-9A and completed a successful first flight demonstrating the capabilities of the AESA radar

Apr 27, 2022
Acecore Releases Zoe Drone on Auterion’s Open Ecosystem

By connecting with Auterion Suite via Skynode, the Acecore Zoe delivers data and live video streaming automatically, in real time, while the drone is flying and performing its mission

Apr 27, 2022
NASC Unveils New TRACER UAV at XPONENTIAL 

The TRACER was designed to provide a low-cost alternative for manned-unmanned teaming operations, counter-UAS missions, reconnaissance, communications and electronic warfare

Apr 27, 2022
Third Generation UgCS SkyHub Hardware Released 

The third generation UgCS SkyHub from SPH Engineering has 5x serial ports, Ethernet, Bluetooth and WiFi connections to provide additional capabilities for sensors integration

Apr 27, 2022
Low-SWaP Embedded Module Released at XPONENTIAL 2022 

The TW-880 embedded module from TrellisWare Technologies was designed from the ground up to better meet communication systems integration requirements in uncrewed markets

Apr 27, 2022
New LWIR Thermal Imaging Camera Released

The SWaP optimized Viento 1280 by Sierra-Olympia features the DRS cutting-edge 1280x1024, 10-micron sensor

Apr 26, 2022
Live Demonstration of Tethered Drone Systems

Elistair will showcase the latest functionalities of its stations, the SAFE-T 2 and the LIGH-T 4, which are compatible with over 20 drones available on the market

Apr 26, 2022
Grant Won to Manufacture ViDAR Search & Surveillance Pods

ViDAR (Visual Detection And Ranging) is a wide-area optical search system that uses computer vision and deep learning to autonomously find objects on the surface of the ocean

Apr 26, 2022
VOTIX to Provide Full Orchestration, Operation & Automation of Drones

The VOTIX software helps manufacturers convert almost any off-the-shelf drone into a full-fledged enterprise automation platform for a wide range of applications

Apr 26, 2022
New Pressure Sensors Improve Speed & Altitude Accuracy in UAVs

Superior Sensor Technology’s ND Series pressure sensors can measure changes in atmospheric pressure to maintain stable altitude and Pitot tube applications for measuring air speed in winged UAVs 

Apr 26, 2022
Volatus Signs Global Marketing & Distribution Contract with UAVTEK

Volatus is presenting UAVTEK’s Ares and Bug drones at its booth (#1307) at the AUVSI Xponential conference in Orlando

Apr 26, 2022
StreamCaster 4200 Plus Drop-in Module Launched

With a familiar mechanical footprint, hole pattern, and JST connectors for plug-and-play compatibility with subsystems currently available, the module makes Silvus Technologies’ MN-MIMO technology more accessible

Apr 26, 2022
Off-Road Autonomy Platform Launched for Vehicles in Complex Terrain

Stratom’s Summit Off-Road Autonomy Platform is a highly configurable software system that accelerates the implementation of unmanned systems to boost operating efficiency and profitability

Apr 26, 2022
Modular Coaxial Drones for Public Safety & Emergency Response

The Spirit UAS features a unique coaxial design, and can be easily carried in a backpack and quickly assembled and disassembled in the field

Apr 26, 2022
Airmar Selects New Director of Global Operations

Anita Hatherley will work with cross-functional teams to optimize Airmar’s sales, inventory, and operations planning process

Apr 25, 2022
Autonomous Safety Systems for Commercial Drones

Parachute rescue solutions are enabling commercial drones to ensure the highest risk-mitigation while operating in densely populated areas

Apr 25, 2022
Expandable Fixed-Wing UAS Launched at XPONENTIAL

The ultra portable WingXpand™ is the world’s first 7-foot expandable fixed-wing UAS that fits in a backpack

Apr 25, 2022
Improved MIDAS C-UAS Successfully Tested

MIDAS is an AI-enabled, multi-rotor sUAS outfitted with optical sensors and a customized payload that can defeat multiple small UAS targets per flight

Apr 25, 2022
New Compact Blue UAS Framework Autopilot Released 

At only 16g, ModalAI’s VOXL 2 is the smallest single-board autopilot available with premium tier processing from the Qualcomm QRB5165, a PX4 flight controller, onboard AI of 15 TOPS, and 5G connectivity

Apr 25, 2022
Hadron 640R Dual Thermal-Visible Camera Introduced for Unmanned Systems

The Hadron 640R by Teledyne FLIR pairs a 640x512 resolution radiometric Boson® thermal camera and a 64 MP visible camera in a SWaP optimized design for out-of-the-box integration

Apr 25, 2022
Septentrio & MicroPilot Bring GNSS Positioning to UAVs

This collaboration ensures smooth and easy integration of high-accuracy GPS/GNSS positioning and professional-level autopilots into control systems where safety and reliability matter

Apr 25, 2022
SWaP-Optimized 3D Sonic Anemometers for UAV-based Atmospheric Research

Anemoment is displaying its TriSonica Mini Wind & Weather Sensor and TriSonica Sphere Wind Flux Sensor at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2022

Apr 25, 2022
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