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Air Force selects Stratom to develop machine learning-driven system for asset tracking

The first-of-its-kind system offers a leap in asset tracking efficiency, enhancing global logistics operations LOUISVILLE, CO, April 23, 2024 -- Stratom today announced its selection to develop an Autonomous Asset Tracking System — or AATS — utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning for camera systems to accurately identify and track military logistics assets across various... Continue reading

Stratom extending Autonomous Pallet Loader capabilities in next phase of Marine Corps contract

With its Summit autonomy platform, Stratom is advancing Marine Corps logistics for safe and efficient transport of critical supplies in austere environmentsBOULDER, Colo., April 30, 2024 -- Stratom today announced the advancement of its Autonomous Pallet Loader — APL —capability in support of the U.S. Marine Corps. This next phase of development builds on previous... Continue reading

New Safety Features and Hardware Released for A2Z Drone Delivery’s Smart Drone Winch

Improved safety features will help streamline regulatory applications for beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations, and new hardware further extends the operational capabilities of the company’s industry-leading drone winch.  Torrance, C.A. – April 15, 2024 – A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc, developer of commercial drone delivery solutions, has announced the immediate availability of several new safety features and hardware upgrades... Continue reading

Michael Healander, Airspace Link | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 18

May is "Safe and Secure Skies" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, and we're excited to begin with our month sponsor, Airspace Link. Our guest this week is Michael Healander, the Co-Founder, President & CEO of Airspace Link, who brings a strong executive management background and 15 years of experience driving growth within the... Continue reading

Embention partners with Amazon Prime Air

Embention has signed a strategic agreement with Amazon.com, Inc. to support Amazon’s drone delivery program, Prime Air. Embention’s role in the project focuses on supplying safety-related hardware and software. Embention is committed to innovation and excellence, as well as being a leader in the uncrewed aviation industry by helping to provide safe, reliable and efficient... Continue reading

Kalmar and Forterra sign joint development agreement for autonomous terminal tractor

Kalmar, part of Cargotec, and Forterra (formerly RRAI) have signed a joint development agreement for autonomous terminal tractor solutions. Kalmar will be responsible for developing the automation-ready terminal tractor – including the drive-by-wire solution integration – as well as the Kalmar One fleet management system to manage the operation of automated terminal tractor fleets. Forterra... Continue reading

Speedbird Aero Delivers a Holistic Drone Delivery Ecosystem

Speedbird Aero, a Brazil-originated drone delivery and logistics startup, has blazed into 2024 with several new developments. In just five years, the company has significantly grown and achieved various milestones, including obtaining trailblazing certifications and approvals for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. In a recent episode of the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, Speedbird... Continue reading

Driverless Tech Leader RRAI Rebrands as Forterra

Serving Both Defense and Commercial Customers, New Name Signals Evolution of Groundbreaking Autonomy   CLARKSBURG, MD – Robotic Research Autonomous Industries (RRAI) is pleased to announce that it has changed its name to Forterra, solidifying its focus on ground-based autonomy innovation in the defense and commercial sectors.  “Since our founding over 20 years ago, we have been... Continue reading

Skyports and Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to explore middle-mile drone logistics

Skyports Drone Services (Skyports), the global leader in drone logistics, surveys, and monitoring, has today announced a strategic partnership with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) to explore the feasibility of middle-mile drone logistics in the New York and New Jersey region.  The Port Authority oversees much of the region’s air,... Continue reading

Manoel Coelho, Speedbird Aero | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 8

It’s “All About Data,” on the Dawn of Autonomy as we continue a month sponsored by Carahsoft, and featuring Manoel Coelho, CEO and Co-Founder of Speedbird Aero. Manoel brings over two decades of entrepreneurial and business leadership experience to the table. His successful track record includes leading sales and marketing teams, demonstrating a proven ability... Continue reading

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Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.