As a trusted partner in supply, UST is proud to spotlight Textron Systems and their innovative uncrewed aerial, surface, and land systems, showcasing the company’s exceptional solutions and capabilities.
textron Systems’ distinguished Gold UST supplier profile highlights their advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), and uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), which enable users to maintain a strategic advantage, ensure safety, and adapt to the dynamic challenges of contemporary warfare.
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The Aerosonde® UAS series is engineered for demanding missions across both terrestrial and maritime environments, boasting over 650,000 flight hours in extreme conditions, from scorching deserts to frigid Arctic climates.
Renowned for their reliability and multi-mission versatility, Aerosonde® aircraft utilize heavy fuel engines compatible with JP-5, JP-8, F44, Jet-A, or Jet-A1.They can accommodate up to six payloads per flight, offering over 40 diffrent configurations, including:
- Electro-optical/Infrared (EO/IR) imaging systems
- Maritime wide-area surveillance
- Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
- Automatic Identification Systems (AIS)
- Electronic Warfare (EW) and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) payloads
- LiDAR scanning technology
- mobile Ad-hoc Networking (MANET) communications
The Aerosonde® UAS family features four distinct models, including both fixed-wing and hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) variants.
The Ripsaw® M5 represents the pinnacle of years of innovation in unmanned systems and robotics, delivering a mobile and modular platform that enhances the capabilities of warfighters in various tactical scenarios.
Built on an open architecture framework and featuring a hybrid diesel-electric powertrain, this adaptable UGV can be outfitted with a variety of sensors and payloads to execute critical missions such as Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), route clearance, force protection, and logistics support.
Integration options include:
- SUMIT 360 EO/IR system for complete situational awareness
- Optionally-tethered R80D SkyRaider UAS for AI-driven target detection and identification
- Marsupial UGV for route reconnaissance and target assessment
- TacFLIR 280-HDEP multispectral surveillance system for threat identification at extended ranges
- Armament options including medium-caliber cannons, CROWS-Javelin, and counter-UAS systems
The Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle (CUSV) is a validated maritime asset that serves as a meaningful force multiplier for naval operations while ensuring personnel safety.It has been selected as the preferred system for the U.S. Department of Defense’s inaugural small USV program.
This vessel can be deployed from ports, Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), and other vessels, featuring advanced autonomous capabilities for collision and hazard avoidance. Its modular payload bay can be swiftly reconfigured for a range of mission profiles.
To discover more about Textron Systems and their cutting-edge UAVs, USVs, and UGVs, visit their profile page:
https://www.defencesource.com/company/textron-systems/
