News

M&R Environmental Solutions: From Afghanistan to AI-Powered Drone Threat Detection

When it comes to environmental protection and defense technology, one company stands out for its unique journey from the battlefields of Afghanistan to the cutting edge of artificial intelligence (AI) and drone applications: M&R Environmental Solutions. Led by CEO Alex Momand, this company aims to pioneer innovative approaches to tackle some of the most challenging... Continue reading

Saildrone Kicks Off First-of-its-Kind Mission to Map Cayman Islands Waters

The data collected will improve maritime navigation and support scientific research, environmental conservation efforts, and marine resource management in the Cayman Islands. The waters surrounding the Cayman Islands are rich in marine biodiversity, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and diverse fish species. A high-resolution map of the seafloor is a prerequisite for exploring, identifying, characterizing,... Continue reading

Unusual Machines Adopts HP’s Multi Jet Fusion 3D Printing for Drone Parts Manufacturing

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESSWIRE / August 8, 2024 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC) ("Unusual Machines" or the "Company"), has adopted HP's Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D printing technology for the production of drone components, particularly for FPV (First-Person View) drones, known for their demanding performance and durability requirements. Unusual Machines partnered with HP 3D... Continue reading

Saildrone Fleet Goes On-Mission Amid Already Busy Hurricane Season

New this year: Two Saildrone USVs will collect data on CO2 exchanged between the ocean and the atmosphere during hurricane events. Saildrone Vehicle Operations Technicians deploy SD-1030 from St. Thomas, USVI, for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane mission. For the fourth year, Saildrone and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are sailing a fleet of... Continue reading

Mapping the Future With WISPR Systems

WISPR Systems, headquartered in Batesville, Mississippi, specializes in manufacturing uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and delivering turn-key commercial solutions for enterprise and public safety UAS applications, with an emphasis on surveying and mapping. In this exclusive interview, John McArthur, VP of Sales and Marketing at WISPR Systems, discusses the company’s growth from a university project to... Continue reading

2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium: Michael Robbins Day One Opening Remarks

Today, Day One of the 2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium opened with keynote remarks by AUVSI President and CEO, Michael Robbins. Remarks as prepared: It’s great to see everyone here at the Baltimore Convention Center for this year’s FAA Drone & AAM Symposium – the 8th consecutive staging of this event as a collaboration... Continue reading

A Blueprint for ‘Connected Skies, Connected Communities’ | 2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium

AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins opened Day Two of the 2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium opened with the following keynote remarks, as prepared:  Yesterday morning I spoke about legacy, and the goals we collectively seek to achieve – including advancing our industry and aviation safety.   I spoke about AUVSI’s role in achieving this... Continue reading

Packet Digital secures factory location as it prepares to manufacture batteries in the US

Manufacturing of drone battery cells is set to begin in 2025 FARGO, N.D. — Packet Digital is one step closer to fulfilling its mission of supplying U.S.-made drone battery cells for its customers. On June 20, 2024, the company officially secured the location for its future battery cell plant in Fargo, North Dakota. With the... Continue reading

Viasat’s Global Leadership in Emerging Aviation

Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications, offers a comprehensive suite of connectivity solutions for commercial aviation, from high-performing in-flight Wi-Fi to flight operations and safety connectivity and passenger engagement portals. In this exclusive interview, Jerry Hancock, the Director of Aviation Safety Solutions and Cybersecurity at Viasat, with a rich background in both regulatory and... Continue reading

Barry Brennan, Flying Lion, Inc. (FLI) | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 32

August is "Protectors & Defenders" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, and we're thrilled to feature Thomas Eder is Nokia’s Head of Embedded Wireless Solutions and Barry Brennan, the founder and president of Flying Lion, Inc., our month sponsors. At Nokia, Thomas leads the development of industrial 5G networks and drone technology for surveillance... Continue reading

About AUVSI

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