The MTi-G-700 GPS/INS is a GPS-aided, IMU-enhanced Inertial Navigation System that outputs a wide range of data, such as drift free 3D orientation data, 3D position and velocity data, 3D calibrated acceleration, rate of turn, magnetic field data and pressure data. Continue reading
Category Archives: Applications & Testing & Experience
Cosworth Completes UAS Hybrid Propulsion Study for UK Ministry of Defence
Cosworth announced that it has used its advanced propulsion system modelling and simulation techniques to evaluate the benefits of hybrid system technologies and assess the challenges of fitting such systems to unmanned aircraft. Continue reading
Design Concept for Fire-Fighting UAS
The Jurmol Design Gallery just posted this design concept for a fire-fighting UAS.
NEURON Stealth Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle Demonstrator – First Flight at Istres
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The Neuron stealth unmanned combat aircraft UCAV (Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle) demonstrator successfully made its first flight on Saturday, December 1, 21012. Continue reading
X-47B UCAS Makes First Catapult Launch
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The X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator successfully completed its inaugural land-based catapult launch at Patuxent River on November 29, marking the start of a new era for naval aviation. Continue reading
Fire Scout Problems Delay Full Fielding
Although already deployed on operations to meet urgent needs, the Northrop Grumman MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned surveillance helicopter has reliability and sustainability problems that have delayed its regular fielding. Continue reading
UAV Navigation Tests ‘Sea-Skimming’ Flight Control
UAV Navigation, a developer of flight-control avionics and motion sensors for unmanned aircraft, said it demonstrated its LCAPautopilot system in a “sea-skimming” target UAS designed to mimic the threat of an incoming missile. Continue reading
X-47B Hoisted On Aircraft Carrier Deck for Testing
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The U.S. Navy’s new bat-winged experimental UAS has been delivered to an aircraft carrier deck to undergo handling tests aboard the ship. Continue reading