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Understanding Fast Lightweight Autonomy (FLA) Technology

By Caroline Rees / 06 Jul 2017
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In this video DARPA Fast Lightweight Autonomy (FLA) researchers discuss their unique approaches to achieving autonomous drone flight without GPS or remote control (RC) communication links.

The FLA program is focused on developing a new class of algorithms that enables UAVs to operate in GPS-denied or GPS-unavailable environments — such as indoors, underground, or intentionally jammed — without a human tele-operator.

Posted by Caroline Rees Caroline co-founded Unmanned Systems Technology and has been at the forefront of the business ever since. With a Masters Degree in marketing Caroline has her finger on the pulse of all things unmanned and is committed to showcasing the very latest in unmanned technical innovation. Connect

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