The Critical Importance of Wide RF-Cyber C-UAS Coverage for Rapidly Changing UAS Frequency Bands: The Old, The New and The Less Common
Uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) technology continues to iterate at an unprecedented rate of change. Both commercial and custom-made UAS operate across various, changing, and sometimes multiple, radio frequencies (RF). This…
OpED – Do the DEW: The AAM Industry Needs to Know About This Counter-Measure
As the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector moves us toward a future filled with emerging aviation technologies, the conversation around security must become more focused. The advent of AAM, characterized…
Counter-UAS Technology: Catching a Drone Stalker
In recent years, the increased use of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), or drones, for recreational and commercial activities has also led to a corresponding increase in threats to public safety,…
Airspace Security: Insights from Tom Adams
In today’s security landscape, traditional physical security measures—gates, guards and guns—are no longer sufficient to protect critical infrastructure and public venues. With the proliferation of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), a…
Addressing DJI Telemetry Challenges in Counter-UAS
The escalating use of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) across various sectors has brought significant benefits but also poses security challenges. As drones become more sophisticated and accessible, robust counter-UAS (C-UAS)…
The Latest In Public Safety Tech: What’s New and What’s Next from DRONERESPONDERS NACON
The DRONERESPONDERS National Public Safety UAS Conference (NACON) once again brought together some of the most innovative minds in public safety technology. This year’s event’s show floor highlighted some of…
Drones, Homeland Security and the Quest for Airspace Awareness
As unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones, pose increasing challenges to homeland security, the need for advanced airspace awareness solutions has never been more critical. The ease with which drones…
Top 5 Issues for Public Safety in Drones: Lessons from New Jersey’s “Dronegate”
The proliferation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) has created new challenges for law enforcement and public safety agencies across the United States. A panel discussion of public safety professionals at…
The Only Way is Up: An Overview of the Current Landscape of Drones and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in the UK
The UK continues to position itself as a global leader in drone technology and AAM, having made significant strides in regulatory frameworks, industry innovation and practical applications. However, the journey…
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Shaping the Future of Defense in Israel, Canada and Ukraine
Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have emerged as a game-changing asset for defense forces worldwide. During the 2025 UAV Technology USA Conference, representatives from Israel, Canada and Ukraine discussed how each…
Opening Up Europe’s Skies: The Future of Drone Operations with U-space
Imagine a future where drones zip through the skies, delivering packages, inspecting infrastructure, and capturing breathtaking views without ever colliding with manned aircraft. This is the promise of U-space, a…
ideaForge: From India Stand Out to Global Drone Market Expansion
At ideaForge, drones are more than just machines – they represent the future of technology, security and industrial transformation. Founded with the mission to create reliable and autonomous uncrewed aircraft…
Certifying Autonomy: Getting to the Industry’s End State
Achieving certification is a critical milestone for companies seeking to perform complex commercial autonomous and emerging aviation operations in the U.S. national airspace system (NAS). Certification is required so that…
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Drone Workforce: Inside Volatus Aerospace’s SEAR Program
As drones become more commonly integrated into society, the demand for skilled professionals who can leverage the potential of this technology across a wide range of use cases continues to…
TAK IS THE WAY
Team Awareness Kit (TAK) as a suite of georeferenced imagery and communications tools that allow for scaled operational planning, data sharing, visualized elevation data, and target management. With TAK, your…
Volt Typhoon, BlackMamba and Morphing Attack Surfaces: The Urgent Need for Cybersecurity in Autonomous Technologies
Cybersecurity has become an integral part of our daily lives, especially with the increasing reliance on autonomous technologies. From drones to critical infrastructure, the threat landscape continues to rapidly advance,…
Elevating Vertical Flight Infrastructure Safety: Insights From Rex Alexander, Five Alpha CEO
Rex Alexander, the founder and president of Five Alpha LLC, is arguably “the” global authority on vertical flight infrastructure. With decades of hands-on aviation experience spanning military service, emergency medical…
Verticon 2025: What Was There, Who Was Not…And Why It Matters
In Dallas, Texas during the month of March this year, we witnessed the first ever “Verticon” conference. All told, in reviewing the numbers posted by Vertical Aviation International (VAI), formerly…
OpED – Do the DEW: The AAM Industry Needs to Know About This Counter-Measure
As the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector moves us toward a future filled with emerging aviation technologies, the conversation around security must become more focused. The advent of AAM, characterized…
Urban Air Mobility: A Misnomer?
Urban Air Mobility (UAM) has become a bit of a misnomer and a potential obstacle in the broader development of advanced air mobility (AAM) technologies. Let me explain why I…
Crash and Burn or Lift Off: What Do Drones & AAM Look Like Under Trump 2.0?
As the dust settles on President Trump’s return to the White House, the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and drone industries find themselves at a crossroads. Will they soar to new…
Building Trust One Rotor Spin At a Time For Urban Air Mobility
The introduction of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, futuristic vehicles previously associated with fictional shows such as The Jetsons and Blade Runner, has brought the concept of Urban…
America Must Continue to Lead Global Harmonization of Aviation Standards for Safe Operations
The tragic midair collision between a commercial airliner and a military helicopter near Washington D.C. has once again thrust aviation safety into the spotlight. As we grapple with the loss…
The Future of Advanced Air Mobility Will Require a Solid Foundation of Vertical Flight Infrastructure Standards
As the aviation industry evolves, an emerging sector that aims to introduce electrically powered Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) aircraft into our airspace, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), promises to offer…
As European carmakers navigate the autonomous car race, Lighty’s new AI edge software offers them a lifeline amid rising tariffs
As European automakers face increasing tariffs and mounting pressure from American and Asian competitors in the autonomous driving race, leading Swiss AI startup Lightly today launches LightlyEdge – a groundbreaking…
Torc Collaborates with Flex on Physical AI Platform for Autonomous Trucks, Accelerated by NVIDIA
The platform leverages NVIDIA DRIVE AGX with Flex’s Jupiter compute platform and manufacturing capabilities to support Torc’s productization and scaled market entry in 2027 BLACKSBURG, Va – March 18, 2025…
Israel Advances Autonomous Systems for Combat Logistics
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), with the help of Israeli technology companies, continue to lead the development and implementation of autonomous systems for combat logistics. While experts predict that fully…
A Wild Ride in a Car Powered by the Sun: Aptera’s Solar Vehicle Shines at CES 2025
In the overwhelming tech landscape of CES 2025, one vehicle innovation stood out as a beacon of sustainable transportation: the Aptera solar car. As I settled into the passenger seat…
Torc Signs Lease Agreement for New Autonomous Truck Hub in Dallas-Fort Worth Area for Testing and Commercial Operations
BLACKSBURG, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Torc, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and a pioneer in commercializing self-driving vehicle technology, today announced the company has signed a leasing agreement for a facility…
XING Mobility Wins CES 2025 Innovation Award, Setting New Milestones in EV and Energy Storage Markets
XING Mobility, a global leader in immersion-cooled battery technology, will participate in CES 2025 from January 7–10 in Las Vegas. Its latest IMMERSIO™ XE50 energy storage battery system has won…
The Road to Autonomy: Navigating the Complex Legal and Regulatory Landscape of Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
As electric and autonomous vehicles (EVs and AVs) continue to reshape the transportation industry, understanding the complex legal and regulatory frameworks that govern these technologies becomes increasingly crucial. While the…
As European carmakers navigate the autonomous car race, Lighty’s new AI edge software offers them a lifeline amid rising tariffs
As European automakers face increasing tariffs and mounting pressure from American and Asian competitors in the autonomous driving race, leading Swiss AI startup Lightly today launches LightlyEdge – a groundbreaking…
OpEd – Shaping the Future of Digital Aviation – Together
We are at a pivotal juncture in aviation’s evolution — one marked by urgency, complexity and the promise of transformation. As global advocates for drones and digital aviation, the Global…
Elevating Vertical Flight Infrastructure Safety: Insights From Rex Alexander, Five Alpha CEO
Rex Alexander, the founder and president of Five Alpha LLC, is arguably “the” global authority on vertical flight infrastructure. With decades of hands-on aviation experience spanning military service, emergency medical…
Near Earth Autonomy Awarded Contract to Provide Miniaturized Autonomous Flight Systems to U.S. Marine Corps Tactical Resupply Program
In support of the U.S. Navy (NAVAIR PMA-263), SURVICE Engineering (SURVICE) awarded Near Earth Autonomy (Near Earth) a $790,000 contract to deliver and support miniaturized autonomy systems under their prime…
Certifying Autonomy: Getting to the Industry’s End State
Achieving certification is a critical milestone for companies seeking to perform complex commercial autonomous and emerging aviation operations in the U.S. national airspace system (NAS). Certification is required so that…
The GPS-Denial Dilemma: Israeli Solutions For Autonomous Military Systems
The conflict between Israel and Iranian proxies in Gaza and Lebanon, which began on October 7, 2023, served as a wake up call to the vulnerability of GPS-based navigation systems…
Around the World at the 40th Space Symposium
One of the highlights for me of attending this year’s Space Symposium, in its 40th iteration, at the beautiful Broadmoor in my hometown, Colorado Springs, was to see the significant…
TAK IS THE WAY
Team Awareness Kit (TAK) as a suite of georeferenced imagery and communications tools that allow for scaled operational planning, data sharing, visualized elevation data, and target management. With TAK, your…
Three Hot Topics In Robotics: Robotics IP, Battlefield Innovations and Construction Automation
The robotics industry continues to shape the defense and commercial sectors. This dynamic field continues to push forward rapid advancements that not only enhance operational capabilities but also drive innovation…
2024 Energy Drone & Robotics Wrapped: Top Stories of the Year
2024 was a wild ride! The energy sector experienced a surge of technological advancement – and drones and robotics led the charge. We witnessed drones patrolling the skies like tiny…
Diving In with Robots at CES 2025
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 has once again proven to be a hotbed of innovation. Even with over 4500+ global tech industry exhibitors, it wasn’t hard to find the…
South Korea’s WIRobotics Takes the Spotlight at CES 2025, Plans Global Expansion
WIRobotics, the company behind the revolutionary wearable mobility solution WIM(We Innovate Mobility), has achieved a major milestone at CES 2025, one of the world’s premier technology trade shows. Featuring more…
Star Robotics Bets on US Market
Las Vegas, 8th January 2025 – Star Robotics, a pioneering company in mobile robotics for autonomous inspection and surveillance, is proud to be one of the few companies with fleets…
Robots in Data Collection: Leica’s BLK ARC and Spot Redefining Environmental Mapping
When data is paramount, the ability to collect accurate information in hazardous or inaccessible environments becomes increasingly crucial. The dynamic duo of Leica Geosystems’ BLK ARC sensor and Boston Dynamics’…
The Future of Unmanned Warfare: Focus Areas For the U.S. Armed Forces
The United States Armed Forces remain at the forefront of uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) utilization. From the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) high-altitude intelligence gathering, to the Navy’s maritime surveillance drones…
Cyber Storm at Sea: Maritime Leaders Call for Unified Action on Cybersecurity
At the recent AFCEA Homeland Security Conference in Atlanta, maritime cybersecurity took center stage in a panel that brought together key voices from the Coast Guard, industry leaders, and education…
Maritime Defense Services Have Urgent Need for Counter-UAS Technology
In recent years, the threat posed by uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) has become a critical concern for naval operations. As such, the need for effective maritime counter-UAS (C-UAS) technology has…
ANELLO Photonics Launches Maritime Inertial Navigation System at CES 2025, Transforming Maritime Navigation with State-of-the-Art Optical Gyroscope Technology
ANELLO Photonics, the creator of the Silicon Photonic Optical Gyroscope (SiPhOG™) and a leader in high-precision inertial navigation systems, today announced the launch of the ANELLO Maritime INS, its cutting-edge…
Near Earth Autonomy Awarded Contract to Provide Miniaturized Autonomous Flight Systems to U.S. Marine Corps Tactical Resupply Program
In support of the U.S. Navy (NAVAIR PMA-263), SURVICE Engineering (SURVICE) awarded Near Earth Autonomy (Near Earth) a $790,000 contract to deliver and support miniaturized autonomy systems under their prime…
Around the World at the 40th Space Symposium
One of the highlights for me of attending this year’s Space Symposium, in its 40th iteration, at the beautiful Broadmoor in my hometown, Colorado Springs, was to see the significant…
General Atomics OTB Satellite Successfully Completes Scheduled Five-Year Mission
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) announced today that the Orbital Test Bed satellite (OTB) launched in June of 2019 has successfully completed its five-year mission. The OTB spacecraft will now…
Lockheed Martin’s LM 400 Tech Demo to Prove Out Design and Risk Reduction Efforts on Orbit
The latest self-funded technology demonstration from Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) is ready to launch no earlier than March 15. In the weeks ahead, the LM 400 technology demonstration is planned to…
Ctrl: Delivering Actionable Intelligence for Renewable Energy And Disaster Response
Toronto-based Ctrl leads the way in providing actionable intelligence through sophisticated drone technology and innovative data collection methods for the renewable energy sector. Recently, the company has expanded its capabilities…
5 New Things: Geospatial Technologies Unveiled at Geo Week 2025
Vexcel’s Chief of Marketing showcases the UltraCam Dragon, a hybrid aerial mapping system, which combines advanced oblique imaging with LiDAR technology, at the company’s Geo Week booth. At the highly…
The Final Frontier Meets the High Seas: How Space Launches are Changing Maritime Law
In the vast expanse of the ocean, a curious sight has become increasingly common: massive barges floating serenely as rockets thunder into the sky above them. This scene, once relegated…
Space Foundation Announces International Teacher Liaisons for 2025
Space Foundation Editorial Team Flight 25 includes 17 teachers from U.S. states and 15 international educators Program globally promotes space-related STEM education in schools Selectees will take part in Space…
As European carmakers navigate the autonomous car race, Lighty’s new AI edge software offers them a lifeline amid rising tariffs
As European automakers face increasing tariffs and mounting pressure from American and Asian competitors in the autonomous driving race, leading Swiss AI startup Lightly today launches LightlyEdge – a groundbreaking…
OpEd – Shaping the Future of Digital Aviation – Together
We are at a pivotal juncture in aviation’s evolution — one marked by urgency, complexity and the promise of transformation. As global advocates for drones and digital aviation, the Global…
The Only Way is Up: An Overview of the Current Landscape of Drones and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in the UK
The UK continues to position itself as a global leader in drone technology and AAM, having made significant strides in regulatory frameworks, industry innovation and practical applications. However, the journey…
As European carmakers navigate the autonomous car race, Lighty’s new AI edge software offers them a lifeline amid rising tariffs
As European automakers face increasing tariffs and mounting pressure from American and Asian competitors in the autonomous driving race, leading Swiss AI startup Lightly today launches LightlyEdge – a groundbreaking…
OpEd – Shaping the Future of Digital Aviation – Together
We are at a pivotal juncture in aviation’s evolution — one marked by urgency, complexity and the promise of transformation. As global advocates for drones and digital aviation, the Global…
The Only Way is Up: An Overview of the Current Landscape of Drones and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in the UK
The UK continues to position itself as a global leader in drone technology and AAM, having made significant strides in regulatory frameworks, industry innovation and practical applications. However, the journey…
As European carmakers navigate the autonomous car race, Lighty’s new AI edge software offers them a lifeline amid rising tariffs
As European automakers face increasing tariffs and mounting pressure from American and Asian competitors in the autonomous driving race, leading Swiss AI startup Lightly today launches LightlyEdge – a groundbreaking…
OpEd – Shaping the Future of Digital Aviation – Together
We are at a pivotal juncture in aviation’s evolution — one marked by urgency, complexity and the promise of transformation. As global advocates for drones and digital aviation, the Global…
The Only Way is Up: An Overview of the Current Landscape of Drones and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in the UK
The UK continues to position itself as a global leader in drone technology and AAM, having made significant strides in regulatory frameworks, industry innovation and practical applications. However, the journey…
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