AFWERX program backs new technology for emergency teams and military wildfire efforts Picogrid and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Mission Innovation X (MIx) have been awarded a $1.75 million contract through the U.S. Department of the Air Force's innovation program, AFWERX. The goal of the project is to develop new ways to help emergency and military teams … [Read more...] about Picogrid and MIT MIx Awarded $1.75M to Support Wildfire Response
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The New King of Combat: How Small FPV Drones Are Reshaping Modern Warfare
Small drones biggest development in combat since nuclear weapons By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Small, first-person view (FPV) drones are rapidly becoming the most significant weapon of modern warfare, the CEO of a technology-oriented defense contractor said in an interview. Ryan Gury, CEO of Performance Drone Works (PDW), said the widespread and effective use of … [Read more...] about The New King of Combat: How Small FPV Drones Are Reshaping Modern Warfare
Mach Industries and HevenDrones Partner to Boost U.S. Drone Manufacturing
New partnership aims to scale production of hydrogen-powered drones and strengthen the U.S. defense supply chain A Strategic Push for U.S. Manufacturing Strength Mach Industries, a defense technology company based in Huntington Beach, California, has announced a new partnership with HevenDrones, a leading developer of hydrogen-powered drones. The companies aim to expand … [Read more...] about Mach Industries and HevenDrones Partner to Boost U.S. Drone Manufacturing
Quantum Systems Expands Drone Production in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
Company Doubles Manufacturing Capacity to Meet Urgent Demand Quantum Systems is increasing its production capacity in Ukraine in 2025, responding to the growing need for advanced drone technology in the ongoing war. The expansion aligns with Ukraine’s broader push to develop its domestic drone industry and strengthen its defense capabilities. The company, which has production … [Read more...] about Quantum Systems Expands Drone Production in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
NUAIR Defense Launches to Accelerate Defense Technology Readiness
New Initiative Aims to Streamline Testing, Validation, and Deployment of Military Capabilities NUAIR has officially launched NUAIR Defense, a dedicated hub designed to simplify the process of verifying, validating, and deploying defense technologies. The initiative aims to remove bottlenecks that slow down military adoption of next-generation capabilities across air, land, … [Read more...] about NUAIR Defense Launches to Accelerate Defense Technology Readiness
