Case Studies, Applications and Insight Articles

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

How e-con Systems’ New 120dB Automotive HDR Camera Empowers Unmanned Vision Systems

e-con Systems' recently launched STURDeCAM31, is a compact GMSL2 IP69K HDR camera powered by the Sony ISX031 sensor for NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin

by e-con Systems
Add-Ons to Increase IP Rating

Jon Broome, Co-Founder and CEO at Vertiq, explains how the company achieves a max IP rating of IP45 in its next generation modules

by Jon Broome at Vertiq
ROVs: Making Water Tank Inspection Easy

Deep Trekker outlines the issues and solutions involved in water tank inspections to ensure stored water remains safe for applications like drinking and cooking

by Deep Trekker
Measuring GPS Heading & Course Over Ground

ArduSimple explains how GPS systems can assist in measuring the real heading of a vehicle, clarifying terms like heading, course over ground, and track

by ArduSimple
Multibeam Echosounder Integrated onto SB 100 PRO for Bathymetric Study in a Breakwater

The USV SB 100 PRO equipped with a WASSP S3R multibeam echosounder can carry out control and monitoring of dock constructions, multibeam bathymetry, and inspection of structures and location of submerged artifacts

Version 4.0.0 of MicroStrain ROS Driver

MicroStrain ROS driver version 4.0.0 key features include ROS standards compliance, enhanced GNSS capabilities, and support for 3DM-CV7-INS and 3DM-GV7-INS

by MicroStrain
The First Fully Remote Offshore Wind Farm Inspection

SubC Imaging provided Fugro with Real-Time Streaming and Audio Rooms technology to meet the key requirements for a fully remote offshore wind farm inspection

by SubC Imaging
Individual Tree Detection Using UAV-LiDAR & UAV-SfM Data: A Tutorial

This white paper explains how to do ITD using LiDAR maps and images from UAVs equipped with Phoenix Scout LiDAR cameras, and also how to use open source software to process the data

by Phoenix LiDAR
Application Note: SWIR & NIR Imaging in Aerial Electro-Optical Systems

Application note: MKS-Ophir believes the SWIR & NIR 25-250mm continuous zoom lens represents a paradigm shift in long-range detection and integration within small airborne systems

by MKS-Ophir
WOLF Q&A: Rugged Video & AI Modules for Unmanned Systems

WOLF products range from extremely low power modules to industry-leading data analysis, processing and AI modules designed to meet the embedded systems SWaP-constrained requirements typically required by unmanned systems

by Wolf Advanced Technology
Enhancing Public Safety with Advanced Policing Solutions

Ziyan's Falcon-10 UAV, with its agile maneuverability, high-altitude perspective, wide coverage, and extended endurance, emerges as the "Sky Guardian" in law enforcement

by Ziyan UAS
Multibeam Echosounder Integrated onto SB 100 PRO USV

SEABOTS’ multipurpose USV SB 100 PRO equipped with a WASSP S3r multibeam echosounder aims to enhance the efficiency and ease of necessary port activities

by SEABOTS
Examining the Symbiosis of Optical Precision, ROVs, and AUVs

Knight Optical believes the synergy between ROVs, AUVs, and cutting-edge optics is undeniable, and that optical components are pivotal to the systems’ functionality

by Knight Optical
Behind the Scenes at HD Air Studio

Kuba Jakubczyk from HD Air Studio sits down with UST to discuss the company’s custom drone gimbal stabilizers, the Sonda X8 foldable multi-mission X8 octocopter and upcoming projects in 2024

by HD Air Studio
Blue Marble’s Global Mapper GIS Application

Blue Marble discusses the features of its GIS application, Global Mapper, which has complete interoperability with impressive data support, as well as extensive raster and vector capabilities

by Blue Marble
Vertiq Discusses Comprehensive Lifetime Test Procedure

Vertiq is aiming to create the longest lasting motors and ESCs on the market with data from lifetime testing allowing the company to iterate on designs to further improve the reliability and longevity of the product

by Jon Broome
Deep Trekker: Water Tank Maintenance with ROVs

The company outlines the importance of proper water tank inspection and maintenance, including methods, regulations, and the ROVs that best suit the needs of different tanks

by Deep Trekker
Determining Position Using Radio Waves

TUALCOM explains the history and utility of radionavigation

by Tualcom
Special Use of Remote ID Solutions

Aerobits discusses Remote Identification and the drone industry, and how its solutions can enable safe unmanned flight

by Rafał Słoń at Aerobits
PCB Assembly Drawings: Polarities, Pin1 & Anode/Cathode Markings

San Francisco Circuits has created a new resource on PCB assembly drawings covering polarities, Pin1 marking and anode/cathode markings. In...

by San Francisco Circuits
SEABOTS Drone & Multi-Beam Echo-Sounder in the Balearic Islands

SEABOTS found that its multipurpose SB 100 PRO USV equipped with a WASSP S3R multibeam echo-sounder offered impressive performance in marine preservation tasks

by SEABOTS
Whitepaper: WISPR Accuracy Study – RESEPI M2X vs XT-32

Inertial Labs' latest whitepaper delves deeper into the performance and accuracy of the RESEPI M2X and XT-32 systems

by Inertial Labs
Q&A with Industrial Propulsion Systems Manufacturer Vertiq

Jon Broome co-founder and CEO at Vertiq takes timeout to talk with UST about the company’s unique NDAA-compliant propulsion solutions for aerial vehicles

by Vertiq
Ziyan: Elevating Power Infrastructure with Unmanned Helicopters

Ziyan outlines its aims to revolutionize how inspections are approached in the power and energy industries by elevating the intelligence of operations in the sector with its UAS

by Ziyan UAS
Monitoring the Brazilian Savanna with LiDAR & RBG Sensors

A Phoenix LiDAR has been used as part of research to protect the biologically diverse savanna from further human impacts, restore native species, & increase CO2 absorption

by Phoenix LiDAR
High Precision Mowing with OpenMower

u-blox’s OpenMower delivers centimeter-level positioning accuracies, with real-time kinematic (RTK) GNSS receivers guiding robotic lawnmowers so they never mow the same place twice

by u-blox
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.