AeroVironment has expanded the capabilities of its successful Puma SUAS with the introduction of a VTOL kit.
May, 2023
EDGE 2023 Puts Spotlight on UAS
The Yuma Proving Grounds was abuzz this May as the U.S. Army hosted the Experimental Demonstration Gateway Exercise.
ACUA Ocean, HydroSurv Announce Intent to Merge
ACUA Ocean and HydroSurv, two U.K.-based companies specializing in maritime autonomous systems, have announced their intention to merge.
Four Potential Future Tactical VTOL Systems Advance in Quest for Modernization
A seven-week Base Period concluded May 24 with “agreement option 1” awards to four Project Agreement Holders for the Army’s FTUAS.
Terrestrial Navigation Signal Inspection via Drone
When a plane attempts to land at the airport in poor visibility, signals from the instrument landing system (ISL) will…
SPH Engineering-Equipped Drone Saving Mine Infrastructure
The Newcrest Telfer Mine is a very large gold, copper and silver mine located at Telfer in the Great Sandy…
U.S. Army Awards Option 1 for Future Tactical UAS
The U.S. Army concluded the base period of the FTUAS Program of Record effort and awarded agreement option 1.
Webinar on Understanding Latency for PNT Application Development Tackles a Critical Topic
Inside Unmanned Systems’ upcoming webinar, “Understanding Latency for PNT Application Development,” delves into the critical topic of data rate and…
Times Microwave Systems Announces TF-047 Micro-Coaxial Cable
Times Microwave Systems, the preeminent brand in innovative RF and microwave interconnect assemblies, cables, and connectors, introduces its new TF-047…
FAA Seeks Public Input on Drone Operations
WASHINGTON— The FAA is seeking public input on four requests to conduct beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations at or…
Army Selects Northrop Grumman, Shield AI for Future Tactical UAS Prototype
Northrop Grumman, teamed with Shield AI, has been chosen by the U.S. Army to participate in the Future Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System competition, Increment 2.
AFRL Conducts Counter-Swarm Technology Demonstration
The Air Force Research Laboratory conducted a demonstration in early April of its high-power microwave counter-drone weapon, THOR.
XTEND Extends Reach, Acquires Inspection Specialists Performance Rotors
Tel Aviv-based XTEND has acquired Singapore’s Performance Rotors, with the resulting combination of human-guided autonomous operations and drone-based inspection expertise broadening XTEND’s capabilities, global reach, and ability to deliver precise, safe solutions.
Industry Trends Observed at 2023 XPONENTIAL Show
AUVSI wrapped its 2023 XPONENTIAL convention in Denver last week, bringing together thousands of attendees and hundreds of companies to discuss a path toward autonomy. The staff of Autonomous Media noticed several trends at the show.
Seeing More: New Boson+ Boosts Sensitivity
Teledyne’s extensive Boson+ family of thermal sensors boasts an industry-leading 20-millikelvin sensitivity in two radiometric resolutions.
Autonomous Air Cargo Prepares for Takeoff
Remote cargo delivery serving the “middle mile” attracts startups and legacy companies who see it as a large potential market…
The Tech Behind BVLOS
Flying BVLOS is still an exception, but enabling technologies are paving the way for routine BVLOS operations.
