Case Studies, Applications and Insight Articles

Pelican Products details how it developed a single integrated case for Sechan Electronics’ ground control station, improving portability, reducing size requirements, and ensuring protection in harsh military environments

Maris-Tech examines how AI-driven fusion of EO, IR, and radar data enhances real-time situational awareness and target identification in ISR operations

UAV Propulsion Tech outlines key considerations for unmanned aerial vehicle engine sourcing, including power-to-weight ratio, fuel compatibility, lifecycle cost, reliability, supply chain transparency, and integration support

Airvolute’s Stribog is a foldable quadcopter UAS designed for ISR operations, featuring a software-defined open architecture, modular payload options and onboard AI computing to support mission-specific customization

SteerAI details a phased framework for adopting autonomous vehicle operations, covering operational design, readiness assessment, and scalable deployment to deliver measurable value across logistics and defense

Desert Rotor outlines 2026 plans to expand Ground Control capabilities and connectivity, including 5G-enabled handheld systems and interoperable platforms for unmanned systems operations as adoption accelerates

Vantage Robotics details how its Vesper UAV provided aerial intelligence, hazard identification, and perimeter monitoring during a multi-agency response to a hazardous explosion site in Tennessee

LiveU outlines how bonded connectivity, IP-based video, and accelerated data transfer enable Departments of Transportation to achieve real-time situational awareness and more efficient infrastructure management

Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore™ uses machine learning to enhance standard radar, delivering real-time detection, classification, and tracking outputs that support autonomous systems and monitoring of surrounding vessel activity

HP Additive Manufacturing Solutions responds to frequently asked questions on how Multi Jet Fusion supports UAV development, enabling scalable production, precise component manufacturing, and efficient workflows for lightweight, flight-ready drone systems

Advanced Navigation explains how counter-UAS platforms maintain reliable heading and positioning in GNSS-denied environments, using inertial solutions to support performance on commercial vehicles under jamming and spoofing conditions

San Francisco Circuits outlines how NIST 800-171 compliance establishes essential security controls for PCB manufacturers working with U.S. government contractors to protect Controlled Unclassified Information and reduce cybersecurity risks

Apella Solutions explains how right-hand circularly polarized antennas improve unmanned aerial vehicle link reliability at 5 GHz by reducing polarization mismatch, mitigating multipath fading, and maintaining consistent performance during movement

Hargrave Technologies details a configuration approach within ArduPilot enabling simultaneous Bidirectional DSHOT and DroneCAN integration for improved multirotor performance and redundancy

The mosaic-G5 P3H modules, available from GNSS.store, deliver high-precision dual channel RTK GNSS positioning with multi-constellation support, fast satellite acquisition, and low power consumption

Inertial Labs outlines its visual inertial navigation system, combining inertial sensing with visual odometry to improve unmanned aerial vehicle navigation accuracy and reduce drift in GNSS-denied, degraded, and contested operational environments

Lowental Hybrid shares its perspective on key trends from XPONENTIAL Europe 2026, highlighting the shift toward deployable UAV systems and the growing importance of propulsion in meeting evolving operational requirements

Embention’s UAM Academy course explains the key differences between Remote ID and ADS-B, highlighting their roles in enabling safe, compliant, and autonomous drone operations

CHC Navigation explains how GNSS-INS integration enhances hydrographic surveys, providing continuous positioning, motion-compensated depth data, and reliable vessel navigation for USVs in challenging waterways

Hirth Engines’ 2301 is an air-cooled boxer two-stroke petrol engine delivering approximately 49 HP for unmanned aerial vehiclesand ultralight aircraft, with compact dimensions and configurable options

ElevonX’s Scorpion launcher, adaptable for aircraft ranging from ultra-light models to 28 kg MTOW, is ideal for first responders, inspection teams, and field testing

Drone-as-a-Service by ZenaDrone outlines how drone data analytics transforms aerial data into actionable insights, enabling predictive maintenance, improved safety, and greater operational efficiency across renewable energy assets

New Imaging Technologies discusses how SWIR imaging improves inspection efficiency and defect detection in UAV-based solar inspection, supported by its portfolio of InGaAs-based imaging solutions

Nokia Drone Networks highlights how its hardware supported South Carolina’s first Drone as First Responder program, integrating cellular connectivity and automated deployment within a system developed alongside Motorola Solutions’ CAPE software

RTKdata details the key components and considerations involved in building a DIY tractor autosteer system, including GNSS positioning, RTK corrections, steering control, and system setup

UAV Propulsion Tech outlines key considerations for sourcing UAV motors and generators, covering performance metrics, supply chain risks, qualification standards, system integration, regulatory compliance, and customization requirements