Unmanned Systems

Unmanned ground, aerial and naval systems provide a remotely-operated and autonomous safe option for surveillance, data gathering, inspection, resupply, etc. for defense, security and dual-use missions.

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Attend AUS&R 2019 – Leading Unmanned Systems and Robotics Event

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During the last three years, there has been a quantum leap in global UAV development and innovation: 80% of the patents published globally on...
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Minesweeper – Now the Autonomous Version

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At present, the UK Royal Navy’s equipment used to destroy mines needs to be manned by a crew and specialist divers can be required...
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Register Now to AUS&R 2019 Unmanned Systems and Robotics Conference!

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Attend the seventh Conference and Exhibition on Unmanned Systems and Robotics - AUS&R 2019. Register! Representatives from government, leading defense industries, military, security forces and law...
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Autonomous Pod Achieves First Flight

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An aerospace company has recently announced the first successful autonomous flight of the Autonomous Pod Transport (APT) 70, bringing us one step closer to...

Swarm UAV Capabilities will Enhance Ground Units Effectiveness

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Urban canyons limit military communications, mobility, and tactics. These challenges become even more daunting when US forces are in areas they do not control—where...

DSEI 2013 Unmanned Systems Photo Report

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Wearable Robots to Help Lift Heavy Weight

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MIT researchers are working to create "soft," wearable robots. Robotics researcher Shuguang Li and his team develop the material for a new breed of...
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Turkey Advancing its Domestic Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle

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Turkey is progressing with the domestic development and manufacturing of unmanned combat capabilities. The third prototype for Turkey’s unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) Akıncı...

New Unmanned Ground Vehicle Unveiled

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A new version of a Russian modular unmanned ground vehicle has been unveiled. A photo of the Marker UGV was released by the Russian...

Manned-Unmanned Teaming Accelerate UAS Technology

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Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) technology will continue to expand its presence in U.S. military operations, with combat commanders expecting 24/7 battlefield surveillance. Further, these...

Watchkeeper Flown in UK Civil Airspace For The First Time

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For the first time, an unmanned aircraft was flown alongside commercial aircraft, which in a couple of years, could lead to pilotless cargo flights,...

iHLS TV – Giant Robots, Commercial Drones and Stolen Mobiles

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Articles and issues covered in this episode: Australian authorities warn commercial drone operators New technology allows remote wiping of mobile devices Giant lobster robot saves lives and conducts...
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Drone Delivery Takes Another Step Forward

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A new record has recently been set in long-distance drone delivery. The consortium Team Roadrunner from Nevada set the record flying a fixed-wing Unmanned...
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Innovative Mapping Solution for Underground Environments

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Data capture experts have been using Hovermap payload to map challenging and dangerous environments, from the world’s deepest base-metal mine to oil and gas...
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Solar Power Source Developed for Autonomous Systems

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Autonomous systems are predicted to become a part of daily life – often operating without human intervention. However, every time an autonomous system or...
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Watch Amazon’s Latest Development

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Retail giant Amazon says 75 to 90 percent of purchased items are under five pounds. Its new Prime Air delivery drone will be able...
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Car Giant’s Next Concept: Inspired by the Robot Dog

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There may soon be new owners for Spot, the well-known robot dog who ventured into Chernobyl's Exclusion Zone and narced on social distancing rule-breakers. According...

Successful Testing of UAV-Helicopter Collaboration 

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When visibility is reduced, it is difficult for the helicopter crew to locate the target, especially at long distances. The use of a UAV...
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Interception System Suppresses UAV Control in Less than Minute

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The Shipovnik-AERO electronic warfare system was presented by the United Instrument Manufacturing Corporation (UIMC) at the Army-2016 international military technical forum. The system is...
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London’s New Smart City Feature

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The smart city concept basically entails having more digital technology around cities will ensure for a safer city. One major ongoing issue is traffic...
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Ground-Breaking Tech Sought for Smart City Emergency Response

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First responders capabilities are to be enhanced within the framework of the US efforts to advance smart city technologies. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...
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Army Develops Universal Offroad Vehicle Autonomy Software

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The United States Army’s Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) has been at work developing software and sensors that can convert both wheeled and tracked...

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Breaking Down the Unbreakable: Teflon Gets Recycled

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A new chemical recycling method could finally offer a sustainable solution to one of the toughest plastics ever made. Researchers from the University of...