Denmark’s Acquisition of Advanced UAS Technology
Trillium Engineering is set to supply its HD80-MVS-LD camera gimbal for the JUMP® 20 unmanned aerial system (UAS), developed by aerovironment (AV) and its subsidiary Arcturus UAV, to the Danish Defense Acquisition and Logistics Institution (DALO).
Enhancing ISR Capabilities
The integration of Trillium’s technology into the JUMP 20 significantly boosts intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, providing enhanced situational awareness in intricate environments.
Advanced features of the HD80-MVS-LD
The HD80-MVS-LD will equip the JUMP 20 with state-of-the-art electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) sensors,along with laser designation and precise geolocation capabilities. This combination will facilitate advanced target detection and tracking.
About the JUMP 20 UAS
AeroVironment’s JUMP 20 is classified as a Group 3 vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) UAS, specifically designed for extended-duration ISR missions. The incorporation of high-performance EO/IR payloads by Trillium enhances the JUMP 20’s proficiency in detecting, tracking, and identifying targets accurately, thereby fortifying the ISR capabilities of the Danish Armed Forces.
Industry Insights
Shane Hastings, AeroVironment’s Vice President and General Manager for Medium UAS, remarked, “AeroVironment is committed to establishing benchmarks for dependable, mission-ready UAS, and we take pride in supporting the Danish military with advanced situational awareness. Our partnership guarantees that JUMP 20 operators are equipped with the imaging technology essential for executing critical ISR missions with precision and confidence.”
