A single destination for timely, editor-curated robotics news from around the world.
Sandbox AQ has successfully tested its quantum sensor-based Magnetic Navigation (MagNav) on Northrop Grumman’s Lumberjack drone, marking a significant milestone in unmanned aircraft systems. This test is the first of its kind for an attritable drone, showcasing the potential of quantum navigation in...
Researchers at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands have created an AI system that allows a racing drone to navigate complex courses at high speeds using just one camera. This innovative technology has enabled the drone to outperform former world champion human pilots in a competitive r...
Skyline Nav AI, founded in 2020, specializes in low-cost GPS-independent visual positioning and navigation software aimed at defense and public safety sectors. The company was established in response to the increasing disruption of GPS signals, which can be easily jammed or spoofed, as highlighted b...
Researchers at Durham University have created an innovative drone navigation system that allows autonomous aircraft to navigate through cluttered environments more efficiently. This advancement enhances the speed, smoothness, and safety of drone operations in areas filled with obstacles. The signif...
Recent developments in drone navigation are being driven by the challenges posed by GPS spoofing and other jamming techniques used in warzones. These countermeasures aim to disrupt drone operations, prompting companies to innovate and create navigation systems that can function effectively despite s...
The US Navy has awarded a $10 million contract to Saildrone to utilize autonomous vessels for mapping the Atlantic Ocean floor. This initiative, assigned by the Naval Oceanographic Office, is set to commence in 2026 and will continue through most of 2027, enhancing military knowledge of critical und...
XTEND Reality Inc. has secured a U.S. patent for its autonomous navigation technology, specifically U.S. Patent No. 12,222,735, which allows drones to navigate toward operator-designated destinations without reliance on the surrounding environment. This patent, also granted in Israel, supports the c...
Taiwan’s Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC), a state-backed entity, has introduced an innovative AI-powered navigation system aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its aerospace technology. This announcement was made during a press conference held on October 15, 2023, in Taichung,...
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
Daily robotics news, in-depth analysis, conference highlights, and discussions with professionals worldwide.
