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.

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
sUAS Parachute Achieves Drone Safety Certification

ParaZero outlines how the company’s SafeAir Mavic 3 drone safety system completed ASTM F3322-22 testing, validating mechanical integrity of the system under the required conditions

Jul 11, 2024
J-1 Wave Engine Production Units Begin Delivery

Wave Engine Corp. has delivered the first production units of jet engine that requires no moving parts and demonstrates additional flights with J-1 engine

Jul 10, 2024
AlarisPro Selected by Skyports Drone Services for UAS Fleet Management

Skyports Drone Services has selected AlarisPro as its UAS fleet management platform joining a growing list of successful and influential partners in the unmanned industry

Jul 10, 2024
Full HD Ultra Low-Noise SWIR Camera for ISR Applications

The SenS 1920 from New Imaging Technologies (NIT) for ISR and semiconductor and solar panel inspection applications has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, a dynamic range of 64dB, and a USB 3.0 interface for fast and efficient data transfer

Jul 10, 2024
DIA Submitted for Electrical Mining Truck Project

Escondida | BHP has submitted an Environmental Impact Statement to advance a project to assist the movement of pieces of equipment inside the mine by means of a trolley system

Jul 10, 2024
Bynav Showcases Automated Production Line for Positioning Modules

Bynav has revealed its advanced production line, using multiple fully automated assembly and testing lines to produce its automotive-grade high-precision positioning modules and boxes

Jul 10, 2024
Optimized Gimbal Solution for DJI M300/M350 Drones & Sony ILX-LR1 Camera

Gremsy's Pixy MR offers seamless plug-and-play integration and is ideal for a wide range of professional applications

Jul 09, 2024
Intelligent Energy Fuel Cells Extend Flight Times in New UAS

The Intelligent Energy fuel-cell powered SKIRON-XLE weighs just 54 pounds and is easily transported in a standard truck or SUV and deployed by a two-person crew

Jul 09, 2024
DeepTech Startup Agilica Transitions from RMA & Equips Academy with Precision Tech

Following its transition from an academic project to a commercial entity, the Belgian startup Agilica has installed high-precision drone landing systems at its founding institution

Jul 08, 2024
AI-Powered Multirotor & Hybrid VTOL Drones for Commercial & Defense Applications

Beyond Vision's UAV platforms feature modular payload capabilities and multiple connectivity options

Jul 08, 2024
Aerial Wildfire Management Solution Launched

Xer and Workswell have integrated the Wiris Enterprise with the Xer X8 UAV, elevating drone performance in wildfire management, thermodiagnostic inspection, and security applications

Jul 08, 2024
Commercial UAV Expo 2024: Key Details & Agenda

Commercial UAV Expo organizers have released the session line-up and full agenda for the event, taking place from September 3-5 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas

Jul 08, 2024
Update Provided for New Pioneer-Class USVs

The new Pioneer-class uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) from ACUA Ocean are being built with a hybrid-electric propulsion system, ready to receive either a gaseous hydrogen or a low-emission diesel powertrain

Jul 08, 2024
Embention Joins Haps Alliance

As a member of the HAPS Alliance, Embention will collaborate with leading companies to accelerate commercial adoption and build a cooperative HAPS ecosystem

Jul 05, 2024
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