* Thales in the UK, under contract from the UK Government Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), is promoting crewed-uncrewed integration, developing a system of systems digital twin environment for experimentation on the operation of Land Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS). Research is ongoing for the project entitled, ‘Land Robotics and
Propulsion
* Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. announced that Kratos Turbine Technologies has successfully completed a ground test campaign of a Cost-Optimized, Limited-Life Turbofan Engine. The engine testing was managed by the Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate, Turbine Engine Division (AFRL/RQT) under the Attritable Cost Optimized Limited Life
Research
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) Drone Proliferation Dataset tracks global transfers of military-grade aerial drones, regardless of size and capability, between 1995 and September 1, 2023. It was created as part of a larger research project by the CNAS Defense Program that examined trends in drone proliferation
Military
The Singapore Army has inducted a tactical surveillance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to enhance situational awareness on the battlefield. This portable quadcopter named Vesper – developed by California-based Vantage Robotics – was procured by the Singapore Army in partnership with the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), the army announced on Facebook
Events
* General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. announces major displays during the Air Force Association’s (AFA) Air, Space & Cyber Conference, Sept. 16–18, 2024. During the show, just outside Washington, D.C., GA-ASI will exhibit: * The Air Force Research Laboratory’s XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station (OBSS) – the actual operational aircraft
Agriculture
Aermatica3D was honoured to host the Minister of Environment and Climate Change of Southwest Somalia Mr. Dini Abdinur Mohamed at its headquarters in Colverde, Italy, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to enhance environmental sustainability and climate change management through advanced drone technology. During the visit, the Minister
C-UAS
* Honeywell announced that it is launching a new Stationary And Mobile UAS Reveal And Intercept system to counter swarm drones. By combining beyond-visual-line-of-sight communication with command-and-control capabilities, the multi-layered system is able to detect, track and then counter drone swarms. It can be equipped on vehicles or fixed-based platforms to
Military
Egyptian company Robotics Engineering Systems (RES) showcased its locally manufactured drones and smart munitions at the recent Egypt International Airshow (EIAS 2024), which was held at El Alamein International Airport over three days. The company’s flagship product, the “6th of October” drone, was a key attraction. It is a
Drone Light Shows
A stunning display of 8,100 drones lit up night sky over Shenzhen, China, setting a new Guinness World Record for the most drones flying simultaneously. The drone light shows in the video were performed at the Universiade Sports Center on September 4 and 5. These two performances successfully broke
Testing
In late August, 700X Naval Air Squadron conducted the first flying trials of the Peregrine RWAUS from HMS Lancaster in the Gulf of Oman. Secured under the Future Tactical Uncrewed Air System (FTUAS) programme, the RN selected the Schiebel S-100 Camcopter as the basis for Peregrine. The aircraft will be
Weapons Systems / Lasers
Ukraine has now developed a drone capable of firing anti-tank missiles, further advancing its innovative warfare techniques.The country has outfitted a quadcopter drone with a Soviet-era RPG-18 Mukha anti-tank missile launcher. Undergoing Testing In a video circulated on social media, Ukraine was seen conducting a flight test of this
Propulsion
Russia started producing a new long-range attack drone called the Garpiya-A1 last year using Chinese engines and parts, which it has deployed in the war in Ukraine, according to two sources from a European intelligence agency and documents seen by Reuters. The intelligence – which included a production contract for the