AUSA 2024: Quantum-Systems targets big 2025 with UAS developments
Quantum-Systems has been upgrading its UAS family, with new versions of the Vector, Reliant and Twister drones set for release throughout 2025.
NASA is progressing to technology readiness level (TRL) 4 for its UAS traffic management (UTM) programme after a recent series of successful test flights with a range of partners.
Rockwell Collins, just one of the companies involved, participated under the role of UAS service supplier through the application of its CNPC-100 command and control data links system which provides secure point-to-point communications – it has capacity to grow to fully networked communications for unmanned aircraft control.
The company also provided its WebUAS operations management technology which aids missions beyond line of sight.
In a statement to Shephard, Rockwell Collins commented on
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Quantum-Systems has been upgrading its UAS family, with new versions of the Vector, Reliant and Twister drones set for release throughout 2025.
The service has been using a Directed Requirement (DR) approach to speed up the deployment of a Medium Range Reconnaissance capability.
AeroVironment’s portfolio will grow thanks to the eVTOL P550 aimed at battalion-level tactical forces.
The Royal Australian Air Force is advancing its unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities across three key programmes as it works with the likes of Boeing and Northrop Grumman to reshape Australia’s defence strategy.
Prototypes from Griffon Aerospace and Textron Systems recently passed through MOSA conformance trials and flight tests.
Funds for the second phase of this effort will be allocated in the US Department of Defense (DoD) FY2026 budget request.