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
Exail’s DriX USV and Ifremer’s Ulyx AUV were jointly deployed for the first time, demonstrating advanced cooperative capabilities in deep-sea exploration
ParaZero participated in live demonstrations at the Constellis Security Conference in Virginia, highlighting its DropAir supply delivery system and DefendAir counter-UAS technology to U.S. and international security representatives
GA-ASI demonstrated autonomous combat capabilities and software integration using multiple aircraft and standardized government reference architectures
Intelligent Energy secures major funding to accelerate hydrogen fuel cell development for zero emission aviation, targeting eVTOLs and regional aircraft by the 2030s
YellowScan is hosting a live demo of its topo-bathymetric LiDAR, showcasing data collection, processing, and CloudStation software for streamlined survey workflows
Astra Systems has demonstrated its advanced Arbiter 1A FPV drone to the U.S. Army, showcasing tactical agility, ISR capabilities, and battlefield readiness
HBK has updated its SensorCloud RTK service, integrating with HBK navigation systems to provide centimeter-level accuracy and simplified deployment for autonomous systems
The FAA has granted a BVLOS waiver enabling drone operations at mountain resorts, leveraging uAvionix’s ground-based DAA system and Intellition’s autonomous flight capabilities
Aker Solutions has advanced offshore inspection with autonomous drones, completing a BVLOS flight from shore and integrating AI-driven monitoring on a North Sea platform
Persistent Systems has been selected for a major U.S. Navy contract, providing advanced MANET communications to support current and future unmanned surface vessel operations
Neousys Technology and Factory Systemes will showcase IP69K edge AI computers and lightweight AI mission computers for drones and robotics at Paris Air Show 2025
Canadian robotics company Optimotive introduces the IRIS MK2, a rugged autonomous robot built to automate data collection in demanding outdoor environments
YellowScan’s new Smoothing feature enhances point cloud data by reducing noise, improving accuracy, and preserving critical details for better geospatial analysis
UAV autopilot developer Embention has celebrated 18 years of impact and expansion in the UAS industry regarding innovation, quality, and global presence
Using autonomous underwater technology, Advanced Navigation and O2 Marine have documented severe coral bleaching at Hall Bank, revealing climate impacts on one of Earth’s southernmost reefs
D-2 Inc. highlighted its latest underwater sensor technologies and mobile fuel testing system during Combined Naval Event 2025, held May 20–22 in Farnborough, UK
Systork introduces the Linnet Mosaic-X5, featuring enhanced thermal performance, microSD logging, and full GNSS support for drones and robotics in challenging environments
Persistent Systems’ Wave Relay® devices have received NSA approval for CSfC use, offering secure, commercial alternatives to legacy classified communication solutions
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