The latest technology news for Autonomous and Unmanned Systems. Articles on integrated and embedded systems, payloads, product launches and technological advances for drones, UAV, UGV, USV and UUV
BraveX Aero is expanding UAV manufacturing capacity through new in-house facilities and a partnership with Romaero while conducting a €4 million funding round to support growth and platform industrialization
At Farnborough International Airshow 2026, UST spoke with VectaCore Group Managing Director Alexander Turek about the VC-35G’s development, capabilities, and path toward serial production
TEKEVER and iCOMAT are expanding their UK industrial partnership under OVERMATCH to support AR5 production advanced composite manufacturing and a more resilient defence supply chain
Callen-Lenz and Applied Intuition UK will explore AI-enabled autonomous capabilities for UAS operations to improve mission performance, resilience and operational agility through a new MoU.
Appointment to the multi-billion GBP UK Tactical Communication Systems Framework enables Radionor to compete for major military systems and components contracts
Airbus Helicopters and Voyageur Aviation have signed an agreement for the first Canadian order of the U030 Flexrotor tactical UAS, introducing the high-endurance VTOL platform for ISTAR and wider operational missions in Canada
HOBBYWING's new high-thrust propulsion units, V13823 and V13828, combine intelligent propeller positioning with IP45-rated weatherproofing to significantly boost flight endurance and reliability for heavy-lift drones
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and MBDA have committed to integrate SPEAR precision strike missiles onto the MQ-9B and Gambit 6 uncrewed aircraft to deliver advanced long range combat capabilities worldwide
New private equity backing will accelerate the expansion of Sila’s gigascale Washington facility to deliver high-density silicon-carbon anodes across critical technology sectors
Kraken Robotics reports increased demand for sonar, subsea batteries, navigation, imaging, and monitoring technologies across crewed and uncrewed maritime platforms
Beyond Vision has named AVP – Aero Voo de Portugal as its official commercial representative in Jordan, supporting the promotion of UAV platforms, AI-powered software, C4ISR technologies, and integrated mission systems
ParaZero Technologies has received a follow-on order for DefendAir Pods supporting autonomous Counter-UAS protection of critical infrastructure and other high-value assets
Elistair and Exail have integrated the Khronos tethered DroneBox with the DriX USV to provide persistent aerial surveillance for maritime security and monitoring operations
Silicon Sensing Systems has introduced the CRG21 MEMS gyroscope, a compact single-axis sensor designed for harsh environments and straightforward replacement of the CRG20
New UAV system from ATMOSPHERE combines Iridium Certus 100 connectivity with resilient navigation capable of operating through heavy electronic warfare
Rotron Aerospace has completed a successful SkyLance One Way Effect flight trial under Project Brakestop, validating core technologies for next-generation long-range strike capability.
Honeywell Aerospace is leading the 12-partner Project VERTI-GO initiative, using simulations and flight demonstrations to examine the safe integration of piloted eVTOL aircraft and remotely operated cargo drones into European airspace
Explore our Farnborough International Airshow 2026 highlights, showcasing the latest uncrewed aircraft, autonomous systems, counter-UAS technologies and emerging capabilities across civil and defense applications
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and KONGSBERG are advancing the integration of the Joint Strike Missile with the MQ-9B, completing key design reviews as part of a jointly funded effort to add long-range strike capability to the uncrewed platform
Neousys Technology has introduced the Nuvo-9154GC, a rugged edge AI platform combining four GMSL2 camera interfaces with Intel processing and NVIDIA RTX GPU support for AMRs
Klein Marine Systems joins industry partners Spry Technocon Pvt. Ltd., Teledyne Marine, and VideoRay to develop scalable unmanned mine warfare technology for the Indian Navy
Acecore Technologies has expanded its UAV control solutions with the Signav Pro, offering improved usability, customizable workflows, and variants for commercial, government, and defense users
BeeX’s new 100-meter depth-rated BETTA combines a 12 kWh battery, seven-sensor configuration, IHO-rated positioning accuracy, and support for 24-hour autonomous inspection, survey, and light intervention operations
Smith Myers’ ARTEMIS AI will provide secure onboard mission support through a closed large language model requiring no internet, cloud or third-party connectivity for operators
Reactive Drone and Kharkiv Aviation Institute have opened a university drone laboratory offering students practical training, manufacturing equipment, and access to real unmanned platforms
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