Case Studies, Applications and Insight Articles

NIT has detailed how short-wave infrared imaging enhances C-UAS, providing crucial structural details and material reflectivity differences to improve drone identification in complex or degraded environmental conditions

T-MOTOR provides heavy-lift UAV propulsion solutions tailored to industrial drone platforms requiring high thrust, endurance, and integrated power system compatibility

Knight Optical has detailed how laser beam expanders counteract the optical challenges of deep-water environments, reducing divergence and managing illumination profiles to ensure precise autonomous underwater vehicle navigation and mapping

Volz Servos details testing of its DA 15-N actuator during a 110,000-foot mission with Sent Into Space, demonstrating actuator operation in high-altitude environmental conditions and post-recovery functionality

Kevin Cresswell and LiveU examine how advanced video intelligence and situational awareness technologies can help law enforcement agencies manage the complex public safety challenges of the 2026 FIFA World Cup across North America

Drone as a Service by ZenaDrone examines when professional drone 3D scanning services are required, covering accuracy validation, survey workflows, project risk, and applications requiring verified spatial data

Ground Control details the role of layered satellite communications and resilient connectivity strategies in supporting safe and manageable offshore USV operations as missions become longer, more complex, and increasingly reliant on continuous offshore communications

Zephyr Drone Simulator and Clemson University are using virtual UAV training to improve pilot proficiency, support continued education, and reduce risks associated with in-person instruction

IPET Systems has optimized motor and ESC architecture to address industry demands for lightweight, integrated, and reliable propulsion systems, enabling a 10.5 kg-class UAV platform to achieve over two hours of flight endurance

Comparing two-stroke and Wankel UAV propulsion systems, Sky Power outlines how each engine architecture influences integration, performance, vibration characteristics, and mission-specific system design choices

Tanner Harris, Founder & Managing Member of Blue Nose Aerial Imaging, discusses scaling nationwide drone operations and using thermal imaging and LiDAR to improve inspection safety, efficiency, and asset management

Discover Embention’s Inside One-Way Drones: Loitering Munition & C-UAS course, exploring the technologies, operational concepts, and defense applications shaping the future of expendable autonomous systems

RTKdata explores the growing role of accessible NTRIP RTK correction services in supporting centimeter-level GNSS positioning across drones, robotics, construction, agriculture, and other precision-focused applications

Cerulean Sonar’s Omniscan FS supported successful identification of the Steinbrenner during a deepwater ROV expedition conducted in challenging Lake Superior conditions

Advanced Navigation has developed inertial navigation systems that deliver low latency data to stabilize tracking systems and kinetic effectors, providing a cost-effective, scalable solution for modern mobile counter drone platforms

Lowental Hybrid examines how hybrid propulsion architectures may improve the balance between endurance, deployability, and scalability in future ground-launched strike systems

Packet Digital’s Badland Batteries line provides U.S.-manufactured lithium-ion battery systems for drones and UAS platforms with integrated protection and battery management features

Sentronics’ RealFlow® D-Series is a range of ultra-compact ultrasonic fuel flow sensors for UAV platforms, combining high-accuracy real-time fuel monitoring with multi-fuel compatibility and a Low-SWaP profile for commercial and defense applications

Doodle Labs explores how its Boost bi-directional amplifier supports long-range and tactical drone operations in contested RF environments by extending operational range and improving communication resilience and link reliability

Intelligent Energy explores how hydrogen fuel cells are enabling longer-range BVLOS drone inspections by improving endurance, reliability, and operational efficiency for critical infrastructure missions

Videosoft Global discusses its collaboration with Marine AI to support low-bandwidth real-time video streaming, situational awareness, and inspection workflows for autonomous and remote maritime operations across constrained offshore communication networks

Calian’s CRPA and resilient GNSS solutions help defence platforms maintain reliable positioning, navigation, and timing in contested environments where GPS can be disrupted by jamming or spoofing

Beechat Network Systems examines how fibre-optic tethering, onboard AI, and frequency hopping technologies are being used to improve drone resilience against jamming and electronic warfare threats

Boxfish Robotics details its AUV Software Suite, which combines the SafePath Mission Planner, Boxfish Commander, and Boxfish Live Tracker applications to support autonomous underwater survey planning, mission execution, and spatial visualization

Drone as a Service by ZenaDrone examines how aerial 3D scanning improves construction progress tracking, quantity verification, and site accuracy through photogrammetry, LiDAR, and survey-grade data collection