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Mark43: Enhancing Public Safety and Defense Through Trusted Technologies

Technological advancements have created opportunities for homeland security and national security professionals to significantly improve operational effectiveness. However, these innovations – uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), bodycams, advanced mobile data terminals (MDTs), and more – are only as powerful as the data they can access and the systems with which they can integrate. Mark43’s trusted, mission-critical... Continue reading

SBG Systems unveils the new Ellipse: a leap in performance with a simple and free firmware upgrade

Carrières-sur-Seine, March 10th, 2025 – SBG Systems is thrilled to announce the New Ellipse, a groundbreaking upgrade for the Ellipse product line. Whether you're using an AHRS or INS version, this simple and free firmware upgrade transforms your trusted hardware into a more accurate, reliable, and versatile solution ready to tackle even the most demanding... Continue reading

Silvus Technologies Launches MAN-PC: MANET Power Control for Enhanced LPD

Following Rigorous Real-World Validation, MAN-PC is Now Available at 50% Off for a Limited Time Los Angeles, California (February 27, 2025) – Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”), a global leader in advanced wireless networking systems, today launched MAN-PC (MANET Power Control), a battle-tested solution proven by U.S. military users to minimize RF detection while maintaining robust... Continue reading

Progress on Domestic UAS Detection & Mitigation is Required for Public Trust, Enabling Drone Regulations

Uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS, or drones) have transformed industries, increased efficiency, and saved lives. The overwhelming majority of drone operations comply with regulations, with registered aircraft and a Remote ID sensor serving as a digital license plate. This is especially true for AUVSI members and the customers our members serve. However, as drones become more... Continue reading

Key Takeaways from AWSAC 2025

Last week, the the ASAE and U.S. Industry gathered for three days of dynamic engagement at the Army Worldwide Security Assistance Conference, presented by AUVSI and DASA(DEC). Attendees gained valuable insights, connected with key industry and government leaders, and left with a deeper understanding of the evolving security assistance landscape.Key Takeaways from AWSAC 2025Day 1:... Continue reading

Innovation Vanguard Awards at XPONENTIAL

Inside Unmanned Systems Launches the Innovation Vanguard Awards to Recognize Excellence in Autonomous TechnologiesRed Bank NJ March 6, 2025 – Inside Unmanned Systems proudly introduces the Innovation Vanguard Awards (IVA), a premier industry accolade celebrating the most groundbreaking advancements in unmanned, autonomous, and uncrewed systems. These awards honor the visionaries, engineers, and companies pushing the... Continue reading

Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety, DroneShield | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 62

This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety at DroneShield, takes the spotlight as we continue “Public Safety & Defense” month, sponsored by Mark43. After 20 years with the FBI, Tom retired in 2022 and co-created C-UAS Hub, the premier online resource for Counter-UAS and airspace protection. Now, at... Continue reading

AUVSI Commends DoD Software Acquisition Pathway Mandate

The Department of Defense has directed that the Software Acquisition Pathway be used for all DoD software capability, cutting red tape and ensuring warfighters receive cutting-edge technology faster. "AUVSI commends Secretary Hegseth for mandating the Software Acquisition Pathway across DoD. We have long advocated for DoD to source software from leading software firms, utilizing rapid... Continue reading

AUVSI Statement for the Record – America Builds: Air Traffic Control System Infrastructure and Staffing

Testimony of Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI)Submitted for the Record to U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Aviation SubcommitteeAmerica Builds: Air Traffic Control System Infrastructure and StaffingMarch 4, 2025Chairman Nehls, Ranking Member Cohen, and Members of the Subcommittee:On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), we appreciate... Continue reading

Autopilot hardware redundancy: essential for critical missions

  Hardware redundancy in autopilots is an architecture that enhances the reliability and robustness of control systems in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The design of a system with hardware redundancy ensures that the system will not have a single point of failure, and thus, ensures mission continuity. One of the key advantages of hardware redundancy... Continue reading

About AUVSI

Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.