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.

Counter-Drone Solution Enhanced for Disrupted Environments

D-Fend Solutions has updated its EnforceAir2 C-UAS solution to version 24.04.2, now including a new “Disrupted” environments mode, expanded detection and mitigation coverage, and enhanced capabilities for deployment on naval vessels

Jul 18, 2024
Two Contracts Awarded for eVTOL sUAS

Quantum Systems’ fixed-wing, rucksack-portable eVTOL small UAS will provide the Australian Defence Force with real-time, HD video for surveillance and reconnaissance missions

Jul 18, 2024
ResilienX to Enhance Autonomous Aviation Safety Through SBIR Contract with NASA

ResilienX have secured an SBIR contract collaborating with NASA's SWS project to further safety assurance of AAM ecosystems with the FRAIHMWORK IASMS platform

Jul 17, 2024
Waterproof Edge AI Computers for Autonomous Robotics & ADAS

Based on the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin system-on-module, the IP66-rated embedded computers accept a wide range of camera, sensor, and data transmission devices

Jul 17, 2024
Latest Innovations for Long-Endurance VTOL Drones 

T-DRONES is set to introduce new technologies in 2024, expanding on its offerings of long-endurance VTOL drones, carbon fiber frames, and UAV batteries

Jul 17, 2024
Advanced AUV Delivered to Saudi Arabia for Marine Conservation

RTsys has supplied its COMET300 AUV for Saudi Arabia, designed to play a crucial role in preserving marine biodiversity with underwater surveys, habitat mapping, and environmental monitoring

Jul 17, 2024
AEVEX Elevates Unmanned Technology Development

AEVEX Aerospace has scaled-up the production of its UAS and other unmanned systems to meet increasing demand, developing the technologies at its advanced facility in Tampa, Florida

Jul 17, 2024
AI Edge Server to Simulate & Predict Production Processes

ADLINK's AI Edge Server has been deployed in smart manufacturing, simulating and predicting production processes in a virtual environment, enabling problems to be identified in advance

Jul 17, 2024
PteroDynamics Reflects on Shifting Trends in the UAS Industry

Matthew Graczyk, CEO of PteroDynamics, offers a compelling analysis of the evolving unmanned sector based on his observations at AUVSI’s XPONENTIAL’24

Jul 16, 2024
Customer Signed for All-Electric Crop Protection Aircraft

Pyka has signed SLC Agrícola as a customer for the Pelican Spray, a fully-autonomous and 100% electric crop protection aircraft, entering one of the world’s largest agricultural markets

Jul 16, 2024
Honeywell to Display Innovative Unmanned Solutions at Farnborough Airshow

Discover how Honeywell is innovating technology in automation, cybersecurity, and sustainability at the Farnborough International Airshow on chalet C134, 22nd-26th July, 2024

Jul 16, 2024
New Tactical-Grade GPS-Aided INS for UAVs & Unmanned Systems

FIBERPRO's rugged FN 200C delivers precise positioning, velocity, and orientation data in both static and dynamic environments

Jul 16, 2024
Robot Dog Performs “Parkour” and “Bipedal Walking”

At the 2024 WAIC, DEEP Robotics used AI to empower its Robot Dog to walk upright, do a handstand, transport vital equipment, and reportedly even perceive human emotions

Jul 15, 2024
Low-SWaP UAV EO/IR Gimbal for ISR Missions

The gimbal combines a 30x optical zoom HD visible camera with a fixed focal length uncooled thermal LWIR camera

Jul 15, 2024
AVSS Completes ASTM F3322-22 Parachute Recovery System Compliance Testing for DJI Dock 2

AVSS has successfully conducted ASTM F3322-22 parachute recovery system third-party testing for the DJI M3D and M3TD, commercial drone platforms for the DJI Dock 2

Jul 15, 2024
DeTect Deploys MERLIN True3D Radar for Offshore Wind Energy Research

DeTect has adapted its MERLIN True3D Radar for offshore wind energy research, participating in a multi-agency project to gather environmental data

Jul 15, 2024
New High-Speed Connector from Nicomatic

Nicomatic's CMM SMPM-Series connector is compact and lightweight and offers high-frequency performance up to 40 GHz and ultra-fast signal transmission up to 50 Gbps

Jul 15, 2024
Supersonic Flight Authorization for Unmanned Spaceplane

The Mk-II Aurora spaceplane from Dawn Aerospace has been authorized for supersonic flight at up to 80,000 feet, and is now permitted for BVLOS operations outside of restricted airspace

Jul 15, 2024
UAV LiDAR Used in Archaeological Research

RIEGL’s VUX-1UAV22 UAV LiDAR sensor penetrated the canopy of trees and shrubs with sufficient point density and accuracy to uncover details of the ancient Greek site of Heloros

Jul 15, 2024
Most Read Articles on UST This Week

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

Jul 13, 2024
Driverless Bus Route Introduced in Singapore

WeRide’s autonomous Robobus shuttle service has been launched at Sentosa in Singapore, with a route spanning 1.2 kilometers and four stops along the way

Jul 12, 2024
AS9100D Certification for EIZO QMS

EIZO Rugged Solutions has received AS9100D certification from ASR for its Quality Management System (QMS), verifying the company’s ability to meet high quality management standards

Jul 12, 2024
Weatherproof Quadcopter with AI Technology to Debut at Farnborough Airshow 2024

Beyond Vision's BVQ418 is designed to meet the demanding needs of modern defense operations with a compact size, a payload capacity of 7kg, and a 90 minute flight time

Jul 11, 2024
Voyis Leads Project to Enhance Monitoring of Protected Marine Areas

The OASIS (Over-horizon Awareness of Seafloor Imaging Surveys) aims to address the limitations of existing ocean monitoring methods, which often rely on costly crewed surface vessels and tethered remotely operated vehicles

Jul 11, 2024
High-End Tactical UAS Manufacturer Selects Actuator Supplier

Airbus has chosen Volz Servos as a partner for its SIRTAP UAS, who will supply DA 26 actuators with brushless motors and contactless wear free position sensors for safety & reliability

Jul 11, 2024
Exail Partners to Deliver AUV Swarming Technology

Exail, working with RTsys and ABYSSA through the CARMA project, will produce an integrated deep-water AUV swarming solution for subsea mapping and surveying

Jul 11, 2024
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