Drone in Mid-Flight Recharges a Sensor by Radio Waves

Remote sensors play a valuable role in collecting data—but recharging these devices while they are scattered over vast and isolated areas can be tedious. A new system is designed to make the charging process easier by using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to deliver power using radio waves during a flyby.  A specialized antenna on the sensor harvests the signals and converts them into electricity. Continue reading →

UAV Navigation Integrates Sagetech Transponders for Sense and Avoidance

UAV Navigation and Sagetech Avionics, Inc. have recently collaborated for the integration of the MX family of transponders with the flight control solution. With that, this model has become entirely compatible with VECTOR, UAV Navigation’s flagship autopilot. Continue reading →

Orbital UAV to Develop Hybrid UAV Propulsion System with Northrop Grumman

Orbital Corporation Ltd has announced that it has signed a contract with leading aerospace and defence technology company Northrop Grumman Corporation for the development of a hybrid propulsion system for a Vertical Take-Off and Landing  unmanned aerial vehicle. Continue reading →