New Hybrid Propulsion System Enhances Mission Endurance and Versatility Aeronautics Ltd., a manufacturer of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for defense and homeland security markets, has launched the Hybrid Octoper™, a tactical multi-rotor UAS equipped with a hybrid propulsion system. The announcement was made ahead of Eurosatory 2024, where the system will be … [Read more...] about Aeronautics Unveils Hybrid Octoper™: Tactical UAS with Extended Flight Duration
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AUVSI and DIU Sign MOU on Drone Cybersecurity
The memorandum aims to integrate certified drone components into the Blue UAS Framework list. The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the XPONENTIAL 2024 conference. The agreement sets a framework for drone component manufacturers holding Green UAS … [Read more...] about AUVSI and DIU Sign MOU on Drone Cybersecurity
Revolutionizing Defense: Shield AI’s V-BAT Teams Enable Autonomous Surveillance in Hostile Environments
Shield AI's V-BAT Teams system allows autonomous operations under challenging conditions By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As the U.S. Department of Defense searches for ways to use advanced technology to counter growing threats from international adversaries, a California robotics and software company has introduced a system that will allow warfighters to launch swarms … [Read more...] about Revolutionizing Defense: Shield AI’s V-BAT Teams Enable Autonomous Surveillance in Hostile Environments
Anduril Unleashes Ghost Defense Drone
Drone provider Anduril is telling a new ghost story – with high-flying results. The California-based startup this week announced the launch of the Ghost 4 “intelligent VTOL” drone. The American-manufactured, single-rotor drone joins Anduril’s product growing suite of defense technology solutions. A company spokesperson says the Ghost 4 provides “real-time intelligence, … [Read more...] about Anduril Unleashes Ghost Defense Drone
AirMap Defense Group: AirMap Develops New Unit to Supply U.S. DoD
AirMap is a major name in the industry, and has been a leader in airspace intelligence and UTM for several years. While the company started out offering one of the first airspace intelligence apps to consumers, in recent years they've expanded to focus on the enterprise market and unmanned traffic management (UTM) systems. Now, AirMap announces AirMap Defense Group (ADG), "a … [Read more...] about AirMap Defense Group: AirMap Develops New Unit to Supply U.S. DoD
