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.

Software-Defined Networking Capability Selected for Attritable Autonomous Systems
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
AI-Powered VTOL Aircraft Undergoes Flight Testing
AI-Powered VTOL Aircraft Undergoes Flight Testing

Mayman Aerospace has commenced flight testing for the RAZOR P100, its AI-guided, dual-use VTOL aircraft designed for diverse military and civilian drone operations

Dec 19, 2024
Exail USV Acquired to Enhance Hydrographic Capabilities
Exail USV Acquired to Enhance Hydrographic Capabilities

The DriX H-8 USV will be deployed by the Shom (French Naval Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service) for diverse hydrographic tasks, including seabed topography, wreck detection, and seabed composition analysis

Dec 19, 2024
Partners to Explore Drone Use for Emergency Services
Partners to Explore Drone Use for Emergency Services

Dufour Aerospace and Air Zermatt will analyze and test various scenarios for the use of drones in rescue operations, with the main focus on the Valais region

Dec 19, 2024
Air Data Systems Integrates into Global Aerial Solutions Ecosystem
Air Data Systems Integrates into Global Aerial Solutions Ecosystem

Volatus has expanded its global aerial solutions ecosystem by integrating key assets and capabilities from Air Data Systems, reinforcing the company’s extensive capabilities

Dec 18, 2024
Schiebel UAS to Enhance Security Operations for Chilean Police
Schiebel UAS to Enhance Security Operations for Chilean Police

Carabineros de Chile, the Chilean national police force, has acquired and will deploy Schiebel's CAMCOPTER S-100 UAS in the difficult terrain of the Araucanía region

Dec 18, 2024
Sapphire Windows Ideally Suited for Gimbaled Systems
Sapphire Windows Ideally Suited for Gimbaled Systems

Meller Optics Sapphire Windows feature Moh 9 hardness, can withstand pressures to 10,000 psi, and are available in sizes from 0.25" to 10.00" diameter

Dec 18, 2024
ParaZero Secures Major Order for SafeAir™ Drone Safety Systems in Australia
ParaZero Secures Major Order for SafeAir™ Drone Safety Systems in Australia

A leading Australian drone distributor has placed a significant order for ParaZero’s SafeAir™ systems, reinforcing demand for advanced drone safety solutions

Dec 18, 2024
Secure Network & IFF Encrytors for Military & Government UAVs
Secure Network & IFF Encrytors for Military & Government UAVs

Viasat's products are designed to ensure the highest level of security for mission-critical UAVs even at the tactical edge

Dec 18, 2024
Computer Vision-Based Navigation for Black Widow sUAS
Computer Vision-Based Navigation for Black Widow sUAS

Red Cat's Black Widow has been equipped with advanced software that enables it to operate autonomously and independently of GPS

Dec 17, 2024
Top 5 UST Interviews of 2024
Top 5 UST Interviews of 2024

UST looks back at 2024’s most compelling conversations with leaders in the unmanned field. Revisit our insightful interviews that cover wildfire management, environmental monitoring, cutting-edge propulsion, and drone safety solutions

Dec 17, 2024
Alva Industries & Lockheed Martin to Develop Enhanced Drone Capabilities
Alva Industries & Lockheed Martin to Develop Enhanced Drone Capabilities

New interchangeable technologies will allow system optimization for specific requirements such as endurance or stealth

Dec 17, 2024
New AI-Powered Drone-in-a-Box Solution for First Responders & Mission-Critical Industries
New AI-Powered Drone-in-a-Box Solution for First Responders & Mission-Critical Industries

The solution integrates Nokia Drone Networks with Motorola Solutions’ CAPE drone software for navigation and obstacle avoidance

Dec 16, 2024
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