November is “Crossover Tech Month” Month on the Dawn of Drones podcast! This week, we kick it off with our month sponsor, Kongsberg Geospatial and its Director of Business Development, Adam Robinson.
Kongsberg Geospatial specializes in precision software for mapping, geospatial visualization, and situational awareness, prioritizing high-performance, real-time components for critical infrastructure. Renowned for TerraLens®, their trusted geospatial platform, they also offer development and integration services, focusing on defense applications, particularly in UX and HMI components for C2 systems. Their expertise spans air-traffic control, ISR, air defense, Beyond Line-of-Sight navigation systems for UAS, and Remote Towers for air traffic control.
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Choosing Electro-optical Sensors for Autonomous Systems
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 5 at 12:00 – 1:00 pm ET
Webinar Description:
This webinar will clarify how autonomous systems use electro-optical sensors that include sensors that operate in technologies based on visible light, infrared light and radar that enable remote sensing for autonomous vehicles that include aircraft and unmanned land and sea systems. Participants will be provided with the theoretical background that will make it possible to understand remote sensing applications in the optical frequency parts of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Skydio Unveils X10 and the Next Chapter of Drones in Critical Industries
Last month at their Ascend event, Skydio CEO Adam Bry unveiled the new Skydio X10 drone and shared the company’s vision for advancements in autonomous flight as the key to a safer world. The X10’s upgrades will enable customers to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.
AUVSI Senior Manager of Government Affairs, Scott Shtofman, was able to attend Ascend, which was held over two days in San Francisco and Hayward, California. The main keynote, flight demonstrations, and user presentations were held at the beautiful Presidio National Park.
Applied Intuition Wins Production Award To Deliver Synthetic Data for Aided Target Recognition (AiTR)
Applied Intuition, Inc., a software solutions provider for autonomous vehicle (AV) development, announced today that it was awarded a Phase III Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract by AFWERX Autonomy Prime to deliver synthetic data to train an aided target recognition (AiTR) algorithm. The Phase III production contract was awarded less than seven months after Applied’s first-ever Phase II award from AFWERX, highlighting both the applicability of Applied’s autonomy development capabilities to operational challenges in the Air Force and Autonomy Prime’s commitment to rapidly transitioning cutting-edge commercial, or dual-use, technology to warfighters.
Defense Advocacy to Build the Industrial Base for 21st Century Warfare
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Michael Robbins, Chief Advocacy Officer, at AUVSI Defense on September 14, 2023:
Advanced Aviation Mixer
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International 501(c) Lone Star Chapter presents the Advanced Aviation Mixer! This exciting event will be held in person at Galaxy Unmanned Systems HQ 5001 North Freeway, Fort Worth, TX, USA.
AUVSI Lone Star will provide the BBQ & live entertainment as well as demonstrating the different technologies and innovations in the industry. Get ready to connect with unmanned aircraft system (UAS) and advanced air mobility (AAM) professionals.
We will be discussing integration issues, safety interests and policies. share stories, and discover the latest trends in the industry.
New for 2024 – AUVSI Resources and Programs to Support Your Business
Date/Time: Thursday, October 19 at 1:30 – 2:30 pm ET
Webinar Description:
You’re investing time and resources – what are you getting for it? Whether you’ve been a member since 1972 or are thinking about becoming a member, join us for a quick tour of the new programs, key resources, and unrivaled community that will support your work to shape the future of autonomy.
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Surge in defense, offshore energy contracts leads ThayerMahan to promote Hine, Russ
GROTON, CT – ThayerMahan, a world leader in providing autonomous maritime surveillance solutions for the defense and offshore wind energy sectors, has announced the promotion of two leaders in recognition of the company’s growth and need for specialization within its two overarching missions of government and commercial contracts.
Richard Hine, a co-founder of ThayerMahan and formerly Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President of the Offshore Energy Group with primary responsibility for all commercial activities, is now President of Offshore Energy. Hine is responsible for delivering safe, innovative, reliable, and efficient offshore energy and commercial solutions.
AUVSI Applauds Replicator Initiative to Support Autonomous Technologies
On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Chief Advocacy Officer Michael Robbins issued the following statement in response to reports that the Department of Defense will launch a ‘Replicator’ initiative—supported by Defense Innovation Unit Director Doug Beck—to integrate uncrewed systems, autonomous platforms and robotics into the force at scale:
SAIC Integrates World Class UAS Technology, Seeks Partners
As the use of drones continues to grow, so too does the risk of harm from drones to military forces and critical infrastructure globally.
