The Supercooled Water Experimental Arctic Tower creates calibrated icing conditions so researchers and students can study how ice buildup affects drone lift, control and performance. The Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration (ACUASI) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute conducts drone icing research in a purpose-built ice tower. … [Read more...] about UAF Ice Tower Gives ACUASI a Controlled Testbed for Drone Icing Research
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Kite Aero Commences KITE UAS Production in Geelong
Sovereign Five Eyes aligned production of the KITE autonomous logistics aircraft moves to Sykes' composite facility as the company builds toward a 100-unit pipeline. Kite Aerospace Pty Ltd started production of its KITE uncrewed aerial vehicle on September 14, 2026. The company partners with Sykes Advanced Manufacturing for the build. The announcement came from Geelong and … [Read more...] about Kite Aero Commences KITE UAS Production in Geelong
