Case Studies, Applications and Insight Articles

Articles and technology insights covering unmanned and autonomous technology, systems and developments

Packet Digital Advances UAS Power Systems with Badland Batteries

Packet Digital’s Badland Batteries line provides U.S.-manufactured lithium-ion battery systems for drones and UAS platforms with integrated protection and battery management features

by Packet Digital
Ultrasonic UAV Fuel Flow Sensor Range Launched by Sentronics

Sentronics’ RealFlow® D-Series is a range of ultra-compact ultrasonic fuel flow sensors for UAV platforms, combining high-accuracy real-time fuel monitoring with multi-fuel compatibility and a Low-SWaP profile for commercial and defense applications

by Sentronics
Improving Drone Communications in Contested RF Environments

Doodle Labs explores how its Boost bi-directional amplifier supports long-range and tactical drone operations in contested RF environments by extending operational range and improving communication resilience and link reliability

by Doodle Labs
How Hydrogen Fuel Cells Enable Extended BVLOS Inspection Missions

Intelligent Energy explores how hydrogen fuel cells are enabling longer-range BVLOS drone inspections by improving endurance, reliability, and operational efficiency for critical infrastructure missions

by Intelligent Energy
Low-Bandwidth Video Streaming for Autonomous Maritime Operations

Videosoft Global discusses its collaboration with Marine AI to support low-bandwidth real-time video streaming, situational awareness, and inspection workflows for autonomous and remote maritime operations across constrained offshore communication networks

by Videosoft Global
When GPS Goes Dark: How Calian’s CRPA Technology Keeps Defence Platforms on Course

Calian’s CRPA and resilient GNSS solutions help defence platforms maintain reliable positioning, navigation, and timing in contested environments where GPS can be disrupted by jamming or spoofing

by Calian
Anti-Jamming Technologies for Modern Drone Operations

Beechat Network Systems examines how fibre-optic tethering, onboard AI, and frequency hopping technologies are being used to improve drone resilience against jamming and electronic warfare threats

by Beechat Network Systems
AUV Software Suite for Autonomous Underwater Surveys

Boxfish Robotics details its AUV Software Suite, which combines the SafePath Mission Planner, Boxfish Commander, and Boxfish Live Tracker applications to support autonomous underwater survey planning, mission execution, and spatial visualization

by Boxfish Robotics
Construction Site Drone 3D Scanning for Progress Tracking & Quantity Measurement

Drone as a Service by ZenaDrone examines how aerial 3D scanning improves construction progress tracking, quantity verification, and site accuracy through photogrammetry, LiDAR, and survey-grade data collection

by Drone as a Service by ZenaDrone
Tactical-Grade Inertial Sensing for Autonomous Unmanned Systems

Micro-Magic’s U5000 tactical-level IMU combines low-noise sensing, vibration resistance, and high-rate data acquisition for navigation and control in autonomous unmanned platforms

by Micro-Magic
Multispectral Imaging & The Optical Science of Precision Agriculture

Knight Optical has highlighted how multispectral imaging systems transform crop health management by detecting stress and nutrient deficiencies weeks before symptoms become visible, significantly reducing pesticide use and protecting global food yields

by Knight Optical
Aurora Flight Sciences Advances VTOL Autonomy Through Integrated Testing

Aurora Flight Sciences applies simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and flight evaluation to support the development, validation, and risk reduction of advanced autonomous vertical takeoff and landing aircraft systems

by Aurora Flight Sciences
Precision Flight Safety & 3D Volume Containment via Veronte OPS

Embention has introduced advanced geocaging functionalities within Veronte OPS to provide unmanned aerial systems with dynamic three-dimensional volume containment, ensuring aircraft operate strictly within designated safe zones through precise virtual perimeters

by Embention
Multi-Sensor Maritime INS for Resilient GNSS-Denied Navigation

ANELLO Photonics explores how its SiPhOG™-based Maritime INS enables resilient low-drift navigation for maritime platforms operating in GPS-denied environments

by ANELLO Photonics
New Communications Technology Addresses European RF Challenges

Doodle Labs details how communications technologies including C-band radios, mesh networking, and compact RF systems are being developed to improve range, resilience, and spectrum access for UAV and autonomous platforms operating in challenging European RF environments

by Doodle Labs
Serpentine Routing for High-Speed PCB Design

San Francisco Circuits examines how serpentine routing supports signal synchronization and timing control in high-speed PCB applications

by San Francisco Circuits
The Security Challenge Behind FIFA World Cup 2026 & LiveU Technology

LiveU explores the security realities of FIFA World Cup 2026, as Global Defense & Security Specialist Kevin Cresswell examines emerging threats, policing challenges, and the role of real-time intelligence

by LiveU
Matr’YX High-Density Board-to-Board Connector for Defense & Aerospace Electronics

Nicomatic’s Matr’YX connector is a high-density board-to-board interconnect solution featuring a compact 1 mm pitch BGA architecture, high-speed data transmission, and a rugged four-point contact design engineered for demanding defense and aerospace electronic systems

by Nicomatic
Integrating Ada & SPARK with Zephyr Using the Alire Skill

AdaCore details how the Alire skill integrates Ada and SPARK with the Zephyr RTOS, simplifying cross-compilation, interoperability, and deployment across a range of supported embedded hardware platforms

by AdaCore
Advancing Interoperable C5ISR for Multi Domain Operations

WOLF Advanced Technology’s latest whitepaper examines how decision-centric C5ISR architectures are reshaping command effectiveness in contested and increasingly data-intensive operational environments

by WOLF Advanced Technology
Tactien Group’s Independent Validation Framework for UAS Fleet Selection

Tactien Group’s Aircraft Selection & Industry Validation process provides independent, data-driven evaluation of unmanned aircraft systems for critical infrastructure procurement decisions

by Tactien Group
Hollyway Addresses Sensor Rigidity with Automated Payload Swapping

Hollyway’s automated payload swapping system enables drones to switch between optical and thermal sensors during a single landing cycle, expanding operational flexibility across multiple mission environments

by Hollyway
UAVOS Discusses VTOL Engineering Demands of the DARPA Lift Challenge

UAVOS Founder and CEO Aliaksei Stratsilatau examines the engineering constraints, systems design requirements, and autonomy considerations associated with the DARPA Lift Challenge and future VTOL aircraft development

by UAVOS
How CHCNAV is Improving GNSS Reliability for Drone Mapping & Survey

Learn how CHCNAV’s multi-constellation GNSS technologies are supporting UAV surveying, geospatial mapping, and resilient autonomous navigation workflows

by CHC Navigation
Unauthorized Drone Operations in Critical Areas: Lessons from the Norwich Incident

As unauthorized drone flights disrupt emergency responses, airports, and correctional facilities, D-Fend Solutions understands how advanced counter-UAS technologies offer critical solutions to safeguard sensitive environments

by D-Fend Solutions
Advancing Unmanned Systems Through Strategic Collaboration UST works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive unmanned systems capabilities forward.