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.

Next Generation of Industrial Drone Platform Released

Improvements to Arcsky's X55 platform include dual Here 4 GPS modules, moving baseline RTK, and a redesigned body

Jan 07, 2025
Voyant Photonics Launches Carbon FMCW LiDAR Sensor

Voyant Photonics will highlight the Carbon at CES 2025, a FMCW LiDAR sensor weighing just 250g with IP67 dust and water protection, and strong shock and vibration endurance

Jan 07, 2025
EO/IR Systems Integrated with Automated Sensor Operator Software

The combination of Overwatch Imaging's software with L3Harris' systems provides improved situational awareness and reduced operator workload

Jan 06, 2025
Completed Prototype of Autonomous Drone for Underground Tunnel Inspections

The TOPONE autonomous drone by SEGULA Technologies offers a safe and effective alternative for technical inspections, eliminating the need for human intervention in these high-risk areas

Jan 06, 2025
Most Read Articles on UST This Week

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

Jan 03, 2025
XPONENTIAL Europe Highlights Autonomous Robotics for Perimeter Security

XPONENTIAL Europe, held in Düsseldorf from 18-20 February 2025, will focus on uncrewed systems and highlight their use for protecting critical infrastructure

Jan 02, 2025
Industrial-Grade Power & Propulsion Solutions for UAVs

MAD Components' products utilize high-quality materials and precision manufacturing, and can be customized to meet the needs of drone OEMs

Jan 02, 2025
WISPR Systems Expands with Key Partnerships

The collaboration between WISPR and Keystone Precision Solutions focuses on integrating UAVs into structural assessments, offering a more efficient way to conduct inspections of bridges, buildings and other critical structures

Dec 31, 2024
Top 5 UST Articles of 2024

UST highlights 2024’s standout articles, showcasing how unmanned systems are advancing jet propulsion, military operations, coastal surveillance, connectivity, and autonomous aerial technologies

Dec 27, 2024
BAE’s PHASA-35 HAPS Platform Completes New Stratospheric Flight Tests

The solar-powered aircraft flew for 24 hours, climbing to more than 66,000 feet, and also carried an SDR payload

Dec 27, 2024
Bespoke UAV Solutions & Services for Commercial & Military Applications

The Bionic Eye creates cutting-edge tailored designs that solve the problems that standard COTS drones cannot

Dec 26, 2024
Green UAS and Blue UAS Certifications for IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat Drones

Inspired Flight’s IF1200A and IF800 platforms are now dual-certified under AUVSI’s Green UAS and DIU’s Blue UAS frameworks, ensuring top-tier NDAA compliance and cybersecurity for diverse applications

Dec 24, 2024
Software-Defined Networking Capability Selected for Attritable Autonomous Systems

Viasat will provide its NetAgility SDN system in support of the US DoD's Replicator initiative

Dec 24, 2024
New Power Wash Drone for Industrial Cleaning

Apellix' US1 Power Wash Drone is designed for safe and high-performance cleaning of industrial and commercial structures

Dec 24, 2024
Top 5 Case Studies of 2024

UST highlights 2024’s most compelling case studies, showcasing how unmanned systems are transforming industrial inspections, underwater surveys, atmospheric research, and marine ecosystem monitoring

Dec 24, 2024
Software Defined Radios & Datalink Solutions for UAVs & Robotics

RDTECH's SDR products can be dynamically reconfigured to support changing mission requirements and network conditions, and can be programmed to support a wide range of communication protocols and standards

Dec 23, 2024
Videosoft Provides Real-Time Video Streaming for HD Hyundai’s Level 3 Autonomous Navigation

Equipped with the Videosoft Global real-time video streaming solution, large unmanned vessels can ensure regulatory compliance with international standards, smooth operations, and accurate data-driven insights while safely avoiding collisions

Dec 23, 2024
Partnership to Introduce Cargo Drone Solutions to Indian Market

Volatus Aerospace will collaborate with DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations to explore opportunities in the rapidly evolving drone ecosystem in India

Dec 23, 2024
Collaborative USV-ROV Technologies Initiative Receives Backing

Robosys Automation, supported by ACUA Ocean and Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult (OREC), has received grant-funding for a project to enhance collaborative autonomy for maritime robotics

Dec 23, 2024
Autonomous USV Selected for Ecosystem Restoration & Environmental Monitoring

HydroSurv's REAV-28 USV will be equipped with an advanced sensor array to monitor critical water quality parameters

Dec 23, 2024
Top 5 Product Releases of 2024

UST revisits the most read product releases of 2024, looking back at the innovations that redefined unmanned systems technology in the past year covering surveillance, national security, environmental mapping, and ultra-long endurance UAV platforms

Dec 23, 2024
U.S. Navy Selects Textron Systems for MCM Systems & USV Upgrades

Textron Systems has been chosen by the U.S. Navy to provide advanced Mine Sweeping Payload Delivery Systems (PDS), and will advance the CUSV® for mine countermeasures (MCM) operations

Dec 22, 2024
Assured PNT Solution Released for RF Protection

The new GAJT-310 from NovAtel is the company’s latest battle-proven low SWaP GNSS Anti-Jam Technology, designed for unmanned systems on land, in the air, or at sea

Dec 20, 2024
VIAVI Acquires Inertial Labs to Expand Market Reach

Strategic acquisition of Inertial Labs for up to $325 million extends VIAVI's reach into aerospace, defense, and industrial end markets

Dec 20, 2024
Top 5 UST Feature Articles of 2024

UST looks back at 2024’s most viewed feature articles on UST, covering whitepapers and insight articles discussing the unmanned industry, underwater autonomy, selecting specific technology for your needs, and more

Dec 20, 2024
IMSAR’s Advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar Integrated with Schiebel’s Unmanned Helicopter

IMSAR's advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology enhances Schiebel’s CAMCOPTER S-100 with high-resolution imaging, Ground Moving Target Indication (GMTI), and all-weather operational capabilities

Dec 19, 2024
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