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
VideoRay, part of AeroVironment, has launched the Mission Specialist Wraith, a compact UUV offering six-degree-of-freedom maneuverability and modular payload integration
GA-ASI successfully demonstrates advanced autonomous capabilities as its MQ-20 Avenger jet uses onboard sensors to independently range, track, and simulate a weapon engagement against a live piloted aircraft
FarSounder's new grant from the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation will accelerate the development of its machine-learning frameworks for automated maritime hazard classification
Hirth Engines & ePropelled have partnered to combine advanced two-stroke combustion engines with intelligent electric propulsion, delivering lightweight, energy-efficient hybrid systems with extended endurance for UAV, aerospace, defence & mobility applications
Indra validated a new collision detection and avoidance system through flight testing, confirming reliable target detection, sensor fusion, and safe maneuvering for unmanned aircraft operating in complex, shared airspace environments
Former Anduril and Google executive Michelle Toscan joins the navigation leader to scale sovereign, GPS-independent technologies across the Asia-Pacific region
Allient will showcase new precision motion systems, including ThruSight-Theta and granite-based platforms, at SPIE Photonics West 2026 in San Francisco
Sightline Intelligence has released Software Version 3.10.2, expanding Aided Target Recognition to low-SWaP platforms and adding improved AI validation, tracking, and geolocation capabilities for edge-based ISR
Micro-Magic has introduced a tactical-grade single-axis MEMS gyroscope series combining a compact ceramic package, fully digital output, and multiple performance variants for precise motion sensing in unmanned and autonomous systems
The new POC-900 from Neousys delivers a significant performance boost and dedicated NPU capabilities for edge AI and industrial automation applications
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has shown an expanded sonobuoy dispensing system on the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® during recent flight tests, supporting increased sensor capacity and the use of advanced multi-static detection technologies for anti-submarine warfare
Voyis has earned ISO 9001 certification from DNV, underscoring its commitment to consistent quality, operational excellence, and reliable subsea optical imaging solutions
Kraken Robotics has secured $35 million in SeaPower battery orders from three customers, supporting longer-endurance UUV operations across defense, commercial, and research sectors
A redesigned Silicon Designs Inc. website introduces new filtering, comparison, and category browsing tools that help engineers and buyers more quickly locate and review MEMS DC accelerometer specifications
A redesigned airframe featuring hydrogen fuel cell technology offers reduced thermal signatures and near-silent operation for deep reconnaissance tasks
Airbus secures a European Maritime Safety Agency contract to deliver maritime surveillance services using the Flexrotor VTOL UAS, supporting long-endurance coastal monitoring and maritime safety operations across Europe
Greensea IQ rapidly deployed its EverClean robotic hull-cleaning system to Hawaii, demonstrating how commercial autonomy can quickly enhance U.S. Army vessel readiness and maintenance efficiency
Shom has selected Exail’s DriX H-9 USV to expand civil and military hydrographic data collection, building on earlier H-8 deployments and accelerating fleet dronization
E-magy and Tulip Tech have signed a strategic MoU to co-develop silicon-dominant anode lithium-ion cells for UAV battery packs, targeting higher gravimetric energy density and European-based production
Copterworks’ Slingshot is a rugged, NDAA-compliant FPV quadcopter engineered for scalable production, modular configurations, and reliable performance across demanding operational environments
Germany has acquired eight GA-ASI advanced MQ-9B SeaGuardian aircraft through the NSPA, bolstering NATO interoperability and providing long-range maritime surveillance capabilities with first deliveries scheduled to begin in 2028 for the Bundeswehr
Textron systems has integrated a new low-SWaP transceiver into the Aerosonde UAS to expand its beyond-line-of-sight capabilities and pave the way for proliferated LEO satellite communications in high-threat environments
International Armoured Vehicle (IAV) Conference 2026 will provide a platform for examining the growing role of unmanned and robotic systems in modern armoured manoeuvre and force development
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