Unmanned Systems Technology 035 December/January 2021
- Intro - Rapid approval of a Covid-19 vaccine shows that a global roll-out of some unmanned systems could safely be speeded up
- Platform one: Mission-critical info - Autonomous flying base station for 4G LTE comms starts testing, modular neural network accelerators unveiled, Moon rover set for wireless charging from its lander, and more
- In conversation: Anthony Pucciarella - AlarisPro’s CEO explains how his years in manned aviation led to his company’s predictive maintenance software for UAVs
- Dossier: Wings For Aid MiniFreighter - Public-private collaboration was key to producing this UAS for delivering humanitarian aid. We report on who did what
- Focus: Motor controllers - Modern UAV motor controllers are designed and engineered to meet the needs of high-quality craft, and are set to improve further
- Insight: Emergency services - Unmanned systems are ideal for deployment in a variety of emergencies. Here are some early applications
- Report: AUVSI Xponential 2020 - Our annual round-up of the products announced at the show, which this year was held virtually
- Digest: Stone Aerospace Sunfish - Ruggedness and a high level of onboard intelligence were key design factors for this AUV. We explain why
- Dossier: Teledyne EDR fuel cell - Hydrogen fuel cells are a perfect fit for SWaP-optimised power solutions, and this cell’s innovative reactant circulation system points it firmly at long-haul missions. Here’s how it works
- In operation: Kalmar AutoStrad - Autonomous straddle carriers for handling shipping containers at cargo terminals are safer and cheaper than manned versions. This system amply demonstrates that
- Focus: Image sensors - As the unmanned systems industry demands more from image sensors, we report on how their developers are responding with more advanced technologies and materials
- Report: Intergeo Digital 2020 - This was another industry event that had to be held online this year, but that didn’t stop developers from showcasing their latest geospatial products. Here are some highlights
- PS: Micro-UAV navigation - A patent awarded last year for a UAV with a sensor suite and navigation might not raise many eyebrows but this system would weigh less than 250 g – and potentially under 50 g