Month April 2025

NASA’s Airborne Laser Communication Testbed

The Airborne Laser Communication Testbed (ALCT) is a research platform in high-data-rate communication systems designed to complement existing aeronautical radio frequency (RF) communications. This innovative technology offers several distinct advantages: exceptional data transmission rates, resistance to jamming, enhanced physical security,…

Heven Announces Acquisition of Zepher Flight Labs

Manufacturer of hydrogen-powered drones, Heven, has announced its acquisition of Zepher Flight Labs (ZFL). This acquisition represents a step forward in Heven’s strategy to enhance its technological portfolio and expand its ability to deliver mission-critical capabilities to customers across the…

US Air Force Issues RFI for EW C-UAS

The United States Air Force (USAF) Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) branch has issued a new Request for Information (RFI) to gather data about current and emerging technologies in electronic warfare (EW) to combat sUAS threats (groups 1-3). USAF is…

Patria Aims for the Top Spot in Drone Systems

The war started by Russia in Ukraine has brought drones to the forefront of warfare. Instead of individual flying devices, the best performance is achieved when unmanned aerial vehicles are integrated into reconnaissance, surveillance, and command systems. Additionally, effective lifecycle…