Custom UAV & Drone Fuel Bladders
Our lightweight containment bladders are ideal for both civilian and military UAVs, providing a convenient and flexible method of carrying fuel and other liquids without taking up excessive space or payload capacity. The ability to expand and contract with the liquid level enables them to fit optimally into tight geometries within the fuselage and make efficient use of the space available. When not in use, the tanks can be folded or collapsed into a compact size.
We manufacture our bladders from a variety of durable materials, ranging from lightweight fabrics that weigh just 7 ounces per square yard to heavy-duty Kevlar-coated fabrics. They can be designed as ventless collapsing diaphragms or vented non-collapsing liners, and are equipped with airtight and leak-proof seals that prevent liquid from spilling during transport or flight.
We design each product to be as durable as possible to withstand the rigors of complex UAV operations, with resistance against punctures, UV radiation, and various chemicals.
Our UAV bladder tanks can be seamlessly integrated into a variety of airframes and are designed for rapid filling and emptying to minimize downtime. They are ideal for enhancing the operational capabilities of unmanned aircraft in a wide range of applications, including:
- Aircraft Refueling – transportation and storage of aviation fuels such as gasoline or jet fuel for refuelling in remote areas where regular infrastructure may be lacking
- Precision Agriculture – equipping UAVs with the ability to carry and deploy pesticides, fertilizers, or water for targeted crop management
- Firefighting – UAVs equipped with water or fire retardant sprays can be used to combat fires without putting personnel at risk or deploying costly helicopters and manned aircraft
- Environmental Monitoring – transportation of liquid samples from remote or hazardous environments for further analysis, as well as decontaminants for environmental cleanup
- Disaster Response & SAR – UAV bladder tanks can be used to transport essential liquids such as medical fluids and potable water during search and rescue operations, humanitarian crises, or post-disaster response
- Surveillance & Security – dispensing of specialized liquids for applications such as marking intruders or non-lethal deterrent
- Film & Media Production – precise and controlled delivery of fluids required for special effects