Month September 2024

CNAS Releases Open Source Dataset on Drone Proliferation

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…

Singapore Army Inducts Surveillance UAV

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…

GA-ASI Displays Future of Uncrewed Airpower at AFA ASC 2024

– 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…

Honeywell Unveils New System to Counter Drone Swarms

– 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…

Egyptian Company Unveils MALE Drone and Smart Munitions

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…

Zubax Robotics Releases New Payload Attachment System for Drones

FluxGrip FG40: A Solid-State Solution for Drone Payloads Zubax Robotics has announced the release of its newest innovation, the FluxGrip FG40, an electropermanent magnet designed for secure and efficient payload attachment in both commercial and military drones. This new system…