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.

Successful Flight Testing for Heavy Fuel VTOL UAS

AeroVironment flight tested its JUMP 20 UAS with a heavy fuel engine, establishing it as a multi-domain multi-mission UAS capable of autonomously operating in challenging conditions

Jun 21, 2024
Most Read Articles on UST This Week

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

Jun 21, 2024
TEKEVER Agrees Exclusive Representation in Indonesia with BTI Defence

TEKEVER will provide first and second-line UAS support for the Indonesian Defence Ministry for two years following an agreement with BTI Defence to deploy TEKEVER's full suite of systems for the monitoring of potential threats

Jun 20, 2024
New TrellisWare-Powered 360° Tactical Cameras Released

The new camera systems integrate TrellisWare's Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET) radio modules into Bounce Imaging's 360° tactical cameras for a longer-range situational awareness solution

Jun 20, 2024
New Fixed-Site C-UAS System Unveiled

The Dronebuster® Fixed-Site (FS) from Flex Force Enterprises includes scalable architecture with multiple RF emitter configurations, IP-67 capability for distributed effects, and ease of integration with serial network protocols

Jun 20, 2024
PteroDynamics Appoints New Program Manager

Experienced program manager, systems and test engineer Jason Maddocks will supervise execution of the company's growing suite of programs, oversee the lifecycle of company programs, and manage activities to meet program and business goals

Jun 19, 2024
New AI-Powered Platform Enables Collaboration Between Military UAVs & UGVs

Thales' OpenDRobotics builds upon ROS and STANAG 4586 standards to provide an automated mission system capability

Jun 19, 2024
Acecore Introduces New Quadcopter Variant for Military Applications

The Zoe M4 is equipped with the NextVision Raptor X80 EO/IR gimbal, providing state-of-the-art ISR capabilities

Jun 19, 2024
COMNEXT 2024: Key Details & Information

COMNEXT 2024 will bring together the global communications industry, and is set highlight technologies such as 6G, Private 5G networks, Internet of Things (IoT), optical communications and video transmission

Jun 19, 2024
Partnership to Develop Lithium-Ion Batteries for Cargo Drone

FlyingBasket and Molicel are set to develop advanced battery systems for the next-gen FB3 cargo drones, extending the range of operations in vital industries like the energy sector

Jun 19, 2024
Dual Thermal-Visible Camera Series Expanded

Teledyne FLIR’s next-gen Hadron 640 dual radiometric thermal and visible camera modules are SWaP optimized for integration into UAS, UGVs, robotic platforms, and AI applications

Jun 19, 2024
AI Pilot Demonstrates Autonomy in UAS Flight Test

Shield AI’s “Hivemind” AI Pilot, integrated on Parry Labs’ Edge Compute Micro (EC Micro), has autonomously controlled a Kratos MQM-178 Firejet through several complex maneuvers during a recent flight test

Jun 19, 2024
Tronics Receives EN 9100 Certification for MEMS Inertial Sensors

Tronics Microsystems has received EN 9100 certification for its MEMS inertial sensors, ensuring their reliability, stability and safety for unmanned applications and advanced air mobility

Jun 19, 2024
New Portable Unmanned Reconnaissance & Precision Lethal Strike Systems 

The Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and precision strike drones from Red Cat will provide the industry with an alternative to conventional ISR/strike systems currently on the market

Jun 18, 2024
TUALCOM Introduces Assured PNT Solution TRNAV at Eurosatory 2024

TUALCOM is showcasing TRNAV, the company’s advanced terrestrial navigation solution designed to operate with or without a GNSS connection, at Eurosatory in Paris, Hall 5B, Stand B203

Jun 18, 2024
Next-Gen GPS-Aided INS Introduced by Inertial Labs

Inertial Labs has introduced the INS-FI, the company’s latest GPS-Aided Inertial Navigation System developed using Tactical-grade Fiber Optic Gyroscope technology

Jun 18, 2024
Advancing Tactical Capabilities on sUAS with Trillium’s HD45 Gimbal

Trillium is supporting the U.S. Army with imaging technology onboard small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) with the HD45 payload, a key component in enhancing reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition (RSTA) capabilities

Jun 18, 2024
Underwater Lasers Now FDA Compliant

SubC Imaging’s MantaRay Mk2 Parallel Lasers, designed for ROV and subsea systems, and Skate Mk2 Laser, designed for precision subsea applications, are now FDA compliant,

Jun 18, 2024
FAA Approves Drone as First Responder Program BVLOS Operations for Oswego Police

This allows the police department to operate small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) as a first response to emergency calls, bringing enhanced response times, and safety to the public and officers

Jun 17, 2024
Elsight’s BVLOS Connectivity Solution Selected for Precise Data Collection in Oil & Gas Pipeline Inspections

Elsight's AI-based Halo software aggregates multiple IP links to a secure bond using public and private cellular, satellite, and RF technologies ensuring uninterrupted drone communications even in the most challenging environments

Jun 17, 2024
Fixed-Wing UAS for Tactical ISR Applications

The battle-proven GOR platform delivers mission endurances of up to 4 hours, and has been developed in conjunction with active military units

Jun 17, 2024
New Data Acquisition Unit for Demanding Flight Test Programs

The low-SWaP Axon Pico is Curtiss-Wright’s first DAU to support Power over Ethernet

Jun 17, 2024
Mesh Rider Radios Used to Inspect World’s Largest Tree

Doodle Labs' Mesh Rider Radios established a resilient datalink to carry out a health checkup of the world's largest tree, maintaining connectivity and full control of the drone in an off-grid environment

Jun 17, 2024
Partnership to Advance Autonomy in Maritime Robotics

Greenroom Robotics will draw on its maritime autonomy capabilities in a collaboration with SubSea Craft, setting out to develop innovative concepts, products, and technical solutions in the maritime robotics domain

Jun 17, 2024
Flight Trials for Long-Range Cargo UAV

Revolution Aerospace will conduct flight testing of its long-range cargo delivery drones in the Whitsunday Islands, aiming to demonstrate reliable cargo delivery capabilities for remote or infrastructure-limited areas

Jun 17, 2024
DTC Agreement with NOBLE to Expand Distribution

NOBLE will offer DTC | Spectronic audio and video surveillance products to a wider network of customers in U.S. law enforcement and federal markets

Jun 16, 2024
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