Case Studies, Applications and Insight Articles

Articles and technology insights covering unmanned and autonomous technology, systems and developments

Advancing Surveying with Drone Technology

Discover how drone surveying is transforming mapping and measurement, delivering faster insights, higher accuracy, and powerful data-driven decision-making across industries

by Blue Nose Aerial Imaging
Ruggmate Discusses the Role of Tactile HMI in High-Stakes UAV Operations

Ruggmate examines how tactile human-machine interfaces support situational awareness, precise control, and reliable operator input during demanding unmanned aerial vehicle mission

by Ruggmate
Deep Trekker ROVs Support Arctic Marine Research

Deep Trekker’s ROV technology supported Arctic researchers during the 2025 Blue Green Expedition, advancing marine habitat studies and community engagement in Greenland’s remote waters

by Deep Trekker
How NTRIP-Based RTK Systems Enable Centimeter-Level Drone Positioning

RTKdata outlines how NTRIP-based RTK systems, including its internet-delivered GNSS correction services, enable RTK-capable drones to achieve centimeter-level positioning accuracy without the need for local base stations

by RTKdata
Overcoming GNSS Interference with Advanced Mitigation Techniques

EDGE Microwave explores GNSS interference sources, impacts, and cutting-edge mitigation strategies, focusing on Controlled Reception Pattern Antennas for enhanced resilience and security

by EDGE Microwave
Ground Control Details IP & Messaging Approaches for UAV SATCOM

Ground Control outlines how UAV SATCOM architectures can combine IP connectivity and message-based transport to support interactive workflows while ensuring delivery-oriented data continues to move during intermittent links

by Ground Control
GuideNav Compares FOG & MEMS IMUs for Subsea Navigation

GuideNav evaluates FOGs and MEMS-based IMUs for underwater navigation in GPS-denied environments, comparing their accuracy, stability, maintenance requirements, lifecycle cost, and suitability for different mission profiles

by GuideNav
Oceanbotics Showcases Expanding Career Opportunities for ROV Pilots in 2026

Oceanbotics explores how advancing ROV technologies, including the SRV-8 and SRV-8X, are driving global demand for skilled underwater vehicle pilots and operators

by Oceanbotics
Ruggmate Rugged Waterproof USB Keyboards for Unmanned Systems

Ruggmate spotlights its range of ruggedized and waterproof USB keyboards, featuring mechanical snap feedback, auxiliary input device integration and customizable layouts for UAV and unmanned systems ground control stations

by Ruggmate
Testing Ice Accretion Effects on UAV Propellers Using Flight Stand 15

Tyto Robotics explains results from controlled icing wind tunnel tests on small UAV propeller performance and the impact of an integrated ice protection system during ice accretion, using the Flight Stand 15

By Tyto Robotics
Press-Fit Connector Reliability & Strain Management in High-Density PCBs

San Francisco Circuits explains key reliability considerations for press-fit connectors in high-density PCB designs, focusing on mechanical strain, insertion-related risks, and mitigation practices

by San Francisco Circuits
Knight Optical Examines the Optical Components Driving LiDAR Advancements

Knight Optical examines how precision optical components underpin modern LiDAR technologies, supporting advancements in accuracy, reliability and performance across a wide range of applications

by Knight Optical
Delivering Reliable Real-Time Video Over Low-Bandwidth Links in BVLOS Operations

Videosoft Global highlights its specialist video software and optimized encoding methods, which enable unmanned systems to transmit usable, high-quality video over very low-bandwidth links, addressing a key challenge in BVLOS operations

by Videosoft Global
Boxfish ROV Supports Monitoring of Marine Protected Areas

Boxfish Robotics' remotely operated vehicle technology enables non-invasive visual surveys in marine protected areas, supporting biodiversity research, rare species detection, and data-driven management of deep and mesophotic marine habitats

by Boxfish Robotics
Tronics MEMS Inertial Sensors Enhancing Reliability in UAV & VTOL Navigation

Discover how Tronics’ advanced MEMS accelerometers and gyros provide precise, lightweight, and reliable inertial sensing solutions for next-generation VTOL, UAV, and aerospace systems

by Tronics Microsystems
Orbital UAV Highlights the Role of Metrology in Engine Crankcases

Orbital UAV outlines how in-house metrology ensures dimensional accuracy in machined engine crankcases, supporting structural integrity, consistent performance, and reliable propulsion operation for unmanned aircraft operating in demanding environments

by Orbital UAV
Hollyway Iron Series AI-Powered Automated Drone-in-a-Box

Hollyway spotlights its Iron Series AI-powered automated drone-in-a-box, combining an industrial UAV, automated docking, interchangeable payload pods, and cloud-based control

by Hollyway
ArduSimple Guide to RTK Base Station Setup and NTRIP Correction Sharing

ArduSimple outlines the setup and configuration of its RTK Base Station, explaining how RTK corrections are generated, published via NTRIP, and accessed by rovers over the internet

by ArduSimple
D-Fend Solutions Demonstrates EnforceAir C-UAS Systems in UK Operational Scenarios

D-Fend Solutions’ UK counter-drone demonstrations showed EnforceAir PLUS and EnforceAir2 performing controlled cyber-based detection and mitigation across multiple configurations, observed by defence, law enforcement, and government stakeholders

by D-Fend Solutions
Aurora Flight Sciences Advances Practical Autonomy for Next-Generation Aircraft

Aurora Flight Sciences outlines how decades of autonomy research, flight testing, and simulation are combined to develop practical autonomous flight systems for next-generation aircraft operating in shared airspace

by Aurora Flight Sciences
How Low-Outgassing Adhesives with Low Ionic Residues Support Aerospace Electronics

Dymax shares insights into low-outgassing adhesives, minimizing ionic contamination, and light-curable materials, highlighting their role in ensuring reliability and production precision for aerospace, satellite, and defense electronics in vacuum and high-altitude environments

by Dymax
How Deterministic Code Is Strengthening Autonomous Flight

Embention explains how deterministic software builds and automated CI pipelines ensure UAV safety, traceability, and certification-ready autonomy

by Embention
Aegiverse High Accuracy AR-3A-EC FOG AHRS for Unmanned Applications

Aegiverse’s AR-3A-EC FOG AHRS is a compact, high-accuracy unit, combining MEMS gyros, a closed-loop fiber optic gyro, and a three-axis accelerometer, supported by AI-based algorithms for automatic attitude stabilization and inertial positioning in small-to-medium unmanned vehicles

by Aegiverse
Zephyr Releases v1.10.7 Update with New SAR Mountain Scenario & Experimental Return-to-Home Capability

Zephyr has released version 1.10.7 of its drone simulator, introducing a new SAR Mountain training scenario, expanded SAR Fundamentals modules, an experimental Return to Home feature, and key stability improvements

by Zephyr
Mejzlik Details Design & Development of Second-Generation 22 Inch Foldable UAV Propeller

Mejzlik describes the design, testing, and development of its second-generation 22-inch foldable UAV propeller, addressing crossflow-induced fatigue and improving long-term stability and durability for multirotor applications

by Mejzlik Propellers
Black Swift Technologies Reports on 2025 UAS Missions & Research

Black Swift Technologies highlights its 2025 UAS operations, detailing the S0 flights into Hurricane Melissa, Project CRATER S2 missions in Costa Rica collecting volcanic and ecological data, and hands-on training provided to research teams worldwide

by Black Swift Technologies
Advancing Unmanned Systems Through Strategic Collaboration UST works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive unmanned systems capabilities forward.