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Autonomous Underwater Drone for Subsea Exploration, Survey and Inspection
Platinum Partner
Cellula Robotics
Cutting-Edge Autonomous Underwater Vehicles & Subsea Robotic Systems
Platinum Partner
Austars Model
Advanced VTOL & Fixed-Wing UAVs | State-Of-The-Art Technologies for Unmanned & Autonomous Aircraft
Platinum Partner
Trakka Systems
Multi-Sensor Imaging Gimbals, Searchlights and VMS Software for Air, Land & Maritime Platforms
Platinum Partner
Trillium Engineering
UAV Gimbal Payloads - EO & EO/IR Drone Camera Gimbals for Tactical UAS
Platinum Partner
UXV Technologies
Pioneering Ground Control Stations (GCS), Gimbals & Tactical Solutions for Unmanned Systems & Defense Robotics
Platinum Partner
VectorNav Technologies
High-Performance Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) for Unmanned Systems
Platinum Partner
Exail
Inertial Navigation & Positioning Technology for Unmanned, Autonomous Systems
Platinum Partner
Teledyne Marine
Autonomous and Unmanned Marine Vehicles: USV, AUV, Marine ROV; Profiling Floats & Towed Systems
Platinum Partner
Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions Company
Inertial Navigation Sensors: MEMS IMU, Accelerometers, Gyroscopes, AHRS, GPS-INS & Point Cloud Generation
Platinum Partner
SBG Systems
Inertial Navigation Systems, INS/GPS, AHRS, and IMU Sensors for Unmanned Systems
Platinum Partner
NovAtel
Precise Positioning for Unmanned Vehicles: GPS & GNSS Receivers, Antennas & Inertial Systems
Platinum Partner
TUALCOM
Anti-Jam GPS-GNSS Devices, Tactical Data Links, Telemetry Systems, Electronic Warfare Equipment & Flight Termination Systems
Gold Partner
Maris-Tech
Edge AI Video Processing & Streaming Solutions Providing Real-Time Situational Awareness for Mission-Critical UAVs & Unmanned Systems
Gold Partner
Analog Modules, Inc.
Laser Electronics & Sensor Modules for UAVs, Unmanned Platforms & Counter-UAS Systems
Gold Partner
Areté
Cutting-Edge Unmanned Systems-based Sensing Solutions & Counter-UAS Systems for Military & Defense Forces
Gold Partner
ALSEAMAR
Leading-Edge Solutions & Services for Defense, Ocean & Marine Energies Applications
Gold Partner
Kraken Robotics
Innovative High-Resolution Subsea Imaging and Power Technologies for Commercial, Scientific & Military Underwater Survey Missions
Gold Partner
Cubert
Cutting-Edge Hyperspectral Camera Solutions - Critical Real-Time Insights for UAV-Based Applications
Gold Partner
Tocaro Blue
Smart Marine Radar Processing Solutions: Advanced Perception & Situational Awareness for Uncrewed & Autonomous Vessels
Gold Partner
Persistent Systems
Wave Relay® MANET Technology: Ultra-Reliable Mobile Networking for Unmanned Systems
Gold Partner
New Imaging Technologies
SWIR Cameras & Sensors for Infrared Imaging Applications With Drones & Unmanned Systems
Gold Partner
Noxant
High-Performance Infrared Cameras & Cores for Surveillance & Monitoring with Drones & Robotics
Gold Partner
SubC Imaging
Cutting-Edge Underwater Imaging Systems & Remote Operations Solutions For Subsea Inspection
Gold Partner
Velox by Nanomotion
Miniature Two-Axis Gyro-Stabilized EO/IR Payloads for Commercial & Defense Applications
Gold Partner
Blitz Technology
UAV Gimbal Payloads & Video Processing Solutions – Multi-Sensor EO/IR Drone Camera Solutions
Gold Partner
LiveU
UAS Video Streaming Technology: Secure, Low-Latency, Live Video Streaming and Transmission Solutions
Gold Partner
Edge Autonomy
Long-Endurance Fixed-Wing & Hybrid VTOL UAVs | UAV Payload Camera Systems | Power Systems
Gold Partner
Fly Dragon Drone Tech
Long-Range Fixed Wing Drones, VTOL Airframes, Tandem-Wing UAV & Sprayers | Ground Stations, Drone Generators & Drone Motor Kits
Gold Partner
Sierra-Olympia Technologies
Infrared (IR) Thermal Imaging Camera Modules for Drones, UAV & Robotics
Gold Partner
SatLab Geosolutions
GNSS Positioning Systems, 3D SLAM & Mobile Mapping, Unmanned Surface Vehicles
Gold Partner
Kongsberg Geospatial
Geospatial Software for Real-Time Mapping, Data Visualization & Situational Awareness
Gold Partner
Iridium Communications
Maritime Satellite Communications & Connectivity - SATCOM Terminals and Antennas
Gold Partner
MKS-Ophir
High Performance Infrared Zoom Lenses for UAVs and Drones: Low-SWaP, Extended-Range, Ruggedized Lenses
Gold Partner
Anzen Engineering
Reliability Engineering Services, RAMS Engineering & Analysis for Drone & UAV Manufacturers
Gold Partner
Voyis
AUV Payloads & ROV Skids: Underwater Laser Scanners & 4K Stills Cameras for Subsea Inspections & Surveys
Gold Partner
Tronics Microsystems
High-Precision Digital MEMS Accelerometers Gyros for Demanding Unmanned Systems Operating In Harsh Environments
Gold Partner
uAvionix Corporation
Certified UAV Communications, Navigation, Control, Surveillance, and Combat ID Solutions
Gold Partner
Meteksan Defense
UAV Components: SAR, Radar Altimeter, Data Links, Telemetry, GNSS Products & C-UAS | Tactical USVs
Gold Partner
Sagetech Avionics
Certifiable Situational Awareness & BVLOS Solutions for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems in the Defense & Civil Industries
Gold Partner
EMCORE Corporation
High Performance FOG, RLG, and Quartz MEMS Inertial Sensors - Gyros, IRU, IMU, INS
Gold Partner
Gladiator Technologies
MEMS Inertial Sensors: IMUs, GPS-Aided INS, Gyroscopes, Accelerometers, AHRS
Gold Partner
Sonardyne International
Tracking, Navigation, Positioning and Communication Sensors for AUV, ROV, USV
Gold Partner
Sightline Intelligence
Onboard Video Processing Software and Hardware for Unmanned Systems
Gold Partner
Overwatch Imaging
Advanced Imaging & Sensor Autonomy for Time-Critical Airborne Intelligence Missions
Silver Partner
Apella Solutions
UAV Antennas, Tracking & Video Solutions for Mission-Critical Connectivity, Real-Time Visibility, & Robust Communications
Silver Partner
Aerora Technology
Innovative NDAA-Compliant Drone Hardware Solutions & Engineering Services
Silver Partner
Steatite
Ultra-Reliable Rugged Hardware Solutions for Mission-Critical UAVs & Unmanned Systems Operating in Extreme Environments
Silver Partner
Ready Containment
Lightweight & Flexible Bladder Tanks for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles & Unmanned Underwater Vehicles
Silver Partner
Sense Aeronautics
Cutting-Edge AI-powered Drone Video Analytics Solutions for Object Detection
Silver Partner
D-2 Inc
Conductivity, Temperature & Depth (CTD) Measurement Technologies for Unmanned Oceanography & Marine Survey
Silver Partner
ARK Electronics
Cutting-Edge Flight Controllers, Sensors, and Other Electronics Technologies for Drones & Robotics
Silver Partner
Vizgard
Edge-Based Visual AI Software Platform for Defence & Security Camera Automation
Silver Partner
ecoSUB Robotics
Compact & Lightweight AUVs for Scientific, Commercial & Defense Applications
Silver Partner
Chess Dynamics
Electro-Optical Surveillance and Video Processing for Unmanned Systems & Counter-Drone Applications
Silver Partner
Hydro-Tech
Hydrographic Survey Equipment: Multibeam Echo Sounders, Side Scan Sonars, Sound Velocity Sensors & Profilers
Silver Partner
CENTUM
Mobile Phone Detection System - Airborne Search and Rescue (SAR) Payload Device for UAVs & Drones
Silver Partner
Meller Optics
Custom Sapphire, Germanium & Quartz Optical Windows for Drones, ROVs & Gimbal Imaging Systems
Silver Partner
Wavefront Systems
Underwater Sonar: Side-Scan Imaging Sonar & Forward Looking Sonar for Obstacle Avoidance & Navigation
Silver Partner
Revector
IMSI & WIFI Catcher Devices for Drones - Location and Surveillance SIM Based Devices
Silver Partner
HD Air Studio
Cinematography Drone Camera Gimbals, Mounts & Stabilizers - Custom and COTS Gimbals
Silver Partner
Cambridge Pixel
Radar Software & Sensor Processing Solutions, Maritime Radar Control, Tracking & Visualization for USV
Silver Partner
CHC Navigation
GNSS Positioning & Navigation Systems, Mobile Mapping UAV LiDAR & Unmanned Surface Vehicles
Silver Partner
Sunhillo Corporation
Radar & ADS-B Surveillance Data Fusion, Integration & Display | UAV Tracking & ATC Integration
Silver Partner
Silicon Sensing
MEMS Inertial Sensor Solutions, IMUs, Gyroscopes and MEMS Accelerometers for Unmanned Vehicles
Silver Partner
Airmar Technology Corporation
Weather Monitoring Stations, Marine Transducers, Side-Scan Sonar & Underwater Altimeters
Silver Partner
Acecore Technologies
Professional Drones, Quadcopters, Multirotors & Hexacopters for Cinematography, Survey & Inspection
Silver Partner
Aerobits
Miniature ADS-B Technology (Transceivers/Receivers) and Drone Tracking Transponders for sUAS & UTM/U-Space
Silver Partner
UAV Propulsion Tech
Gyro-Stabilized Imaging Gimbal Systems for UAVs & Unmanned Systems
Silver Partner
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Drone Payloads
Drone & UAV Payloads
Drone payloads are additional sensors, devices or armaments that can be carried by an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
Capacity
The payload capacity of a drone depends on its size and its power-to-weight ratio. Higher payload capacities mean greater flexibility in configuring drones for particular missions, and multiple payloads may allow a drone to undertake several functions in the course of a single flight, saving time and costs. Drone operators may often have to consider tradeoffs between payloads and the weight of extra batteries or fuel.
Applications
Custom payload integration by ISS Aerospace
A wide range of payloads may be integrated into drones for applications such as ISR payloads (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance), mapping and surveying, inspection, search and rescue, autonomous operation and much more. These can include EO/IR sensors, LiDAR scanners, SAR (synthetic aperture radar), altimeters, transponders, gas and chemical sensors, parachutes, and delivery mechanisms.
Integration
UAV payload integration companies provide a range of services that can help drone operators outfit their unmanned aircraft in the most efficient and effective manner. They may select the most suitable payloads for particular applications, and expertly balance these payloads to ensure that they do not impact the flight time, fuel consumption or flight dynamics beyond the acceptable parameters of the mission.
Payload Systems
Payload systems integration services may also involve ensuring that the drone autopilot, GCS (ground control station), AHRS (attitude, heading and reference system) or other critical systems can communicate with the payload. Communication may occur through an industry standard protocol such as MAVLink or UAVCan, or a custom protocol may have to be developed. Signals that may have to be checked to ensure compatibility during the course of payload integrations include PWM signals for servos and motors, and video signals for cameras and EO/IR gimbals.
Payload Software
Drone payload integration companies may also develop custom software or drivers to ensure operations between the UAV and device, as well as connectors, wiring harnesses, and internal or external mounting solutions such as rack configurations or hard points. Documentation may be provided that details the specifics of any new solutions that have been created.
