Edge Autonomy stands at the forefront of innovation in unmanned and autonomous aircraft technology, specializing in long-endurance fixed-wing uavs (unmanned aerial vehicles), sophisticated gimbal payloads, and reliable power systems. UST is thrilled too announce our partnership with Edge Autonomy as a supplier, and we will be showcasing their extraordinary solutions and capabilities through our platforms over the coming year.
We have recently introduced Edge Autonomy’s UST supplier profile, crafted collaboratively by our team and the company. this Gold profile highlights their pioneering drone technology, which serves a diverse clientele, including the United States Department of Defense, federal agencies, allied nations, academic institutions, and commercial organizations.
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Edge Autonomy’s non-ITAR autonomous UAS (unmanned aerial systems) are designed with modularity in mind,allowing for seamless adaptation to various military,civilian,and commercial applications.
Featuring advanced EO/IR gimbals, these versatile long-endurance fixed-wing UAVs are perfectly suited for numerous tasks, such as ISR (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance), search and rescue missions, border security, and inspection and monitoring operations.
The available systems include:
VXE30 VTOL – A group 2 / NATO Class I proven VTOL ISR platform boasting over 8 hours of flight endurance.
Penguin C MK 2 – A Group 2 / Group 3 / NATO Class I catapult-launched fixed-wing UAS with an impressive flight endurance exceeding 20 hours.
Penguin C MK 2.5 VTOL – A group 3 / NATO Class I hybrid VTOL fixed-wing drone capable of over 12 hours of flight time.
Edge Autonomy’s Octopus ISR Systems division specializes in developing advanced optronic surveillance payloads for UAVs and unmanned systems. Their non-ITAR UAV camera gimbals are designed with a low SWaP (size, weight, and power) profile and are fully ruggedized to endure the most challenging operational conditions.
Octopus ISR Systems provides outstanding target detection capabilities, featuring up to 30x optical zoom at Full HD resolution and up to 90x optical zoom at SD resolution for detailed observations.
All EO/IR gimbals come equipped with high-performance video processing capabilities, offering a variety of useful features such as target tracking, video stabilization, roll correction, and digital zoom functionalities.
Edge Autonomy’s robust power solutions are engineered for durability and longevity, making them ideal for powering essential UAV systems.
In contrast to other fuel cells available, their proprietary microtubular design incorporates built-in redundancy, ensuring consistent power output even in the face of operational challenges.
For further data about Edge Autonomy and their innovative unmanned and autonomous aircraft solutions, please visit their profile page: Edge Autonomy profile.
