UAV Propulsion Tech is a U.S. company that markets UAV technology from Germany, Estonia, United Kingdom, India, USA, Switzerland, Poland, Spain, Italy and Israel into the U.S. Unmanned Aerial Vehicle market.
We represent a wide range of companies from across the globe, whose proven commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom solutions are already flying on several high-end global UAV platforms. Select a product type and company to view more:
UAV Propulsion & Fuel Systems
Suter Industries
Compact, lightweight UAV Engines
The first engine to be developed by the Suter/CAE team is the Suter 288 engine, which is a twin cylinder, horizontal opposed, air cooled, two cycle engine, with fuel saving electronic engine management system and a 1kW starter/generator.
- Displacement is 288cm3
- Power: 13.3kW (18HP) @5700rpm, 17.5kW (24HP) @6500rpm
We now have (4) engines:
- TOA288 (air-cooled 288cc gasoline)
- TOW288 (water-cooled 288cc gasoline
- TOA330-SDI (air-cooled 330cc gasoline)
- HF-TOA288-SDI (air-cooled 288cc semi-direct injected heavy fuel engine).
The engines have automatic altitude and temperature compensation and there are solutions that run on gasoline or heavy fuel (Jet A-1, JP5, JP8). All engines are produced in Switzerland and are 100% tested and supplied with a certificate of conformance. Solutions include direct drive, reduction drive and APU’s.
Learn more: Suter UAV Engines
Mejzlik Propellers
COTS and custom propeller solutions for UAVs
Mejzlik is a leading developer of both commercial off-the-shelf and custom propeller solutions for UAVs. The company provides precision aerospace- and military-grade carbon fiber drone propellers for multirotor, fixed-wing and hybrid platforms.
The company works directly with customers to develop perfectly-matched propellers for particular UAV platforms, with state-of-the-art in-house capabilities that include 3D modelling, simulation, high-quality tooling and thorough testing.
Mejzlik’s services are ideal for UAV OEMs and specialist drone operators seeking high-quality optimised propeller designs for their platforms.
Learn more: Mejzlik COTS and custom propeller solutions for UAVs
H3 Dynamics
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for UAVs & Drones
H3 Dynamics designs and manufactures high performance and lightweight integrated hydrogen fuel cell systems for military, defense, and commercial applications.
AEROSTAK SERIES: Ultra-light PEM Air-Cooled Fuel Cells
Learn more: H3 Dynamics
Reventec
ReventecLiquid Level Sensors and Fuel Flow Sensors for Unmanned Vehicles
Reventec is an internationally recognized mechanical and electronic design consultancy that provides a range of sensors for the aerospace and defense markets. Their wide range of design expertise, particularly in the development of products for use in harsh environments, makes their products ideal for the demanding requirements of unmanned vehicles.
Liquid Level Sensors
Reventec’s world-leading capacitive liquid level sensing technology provides precise and stable level readings even under the harshest of environmental conditions, making them ideal for fuel, oil, water, and coolant level measurements in UAVs, UGVs and other unmanned vehicles.
The EcoSense range of solid-state capacitive sensors is capable of continuous level measurement in all common liquid types. The modular sensor can be customised for length and allows for a wide range of mounting options with the use of a custom or stock mounting adaptor.
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ProSense carbon capacitive level sensors are proven in harsh environment applications and custom designed to your requirements, making them ideal for low and mid volume production runs as well as one-off prototypes.
The sensors are available with integrated or remote electronics for high temperature or confined envelope applications.
Engine & Fuel Flow Sensors
The Quantum 360 is a 360-degree TMR (tunnelling magnetoresistance) solid-state rotary position sensor that provides reliable, accurate and continuous rotational sensing through non-ferrous materials up to 25mm away.
Reventec’s robust solid-state temperature sensor is designed for long-term reliable operation in harsh environments and incorporates a built-in transmitter. Normal temperature measurement range from -50 to +170 degrees C, with higher temperature variant available.
The TMR-based non-contact solid state QuantumSS Speed Sensor accurately and reliably measures the speed of a rotating shaft. Typical applications include wheel, gearbox, drive shaft and turbo speed sensing.
The FlowSonic Elite is a revolutionary ultrasonic flow sensor designed for both performance (optimising fuel use and strategy) and regulatory (balancing performance and limiting peak engine power) applications. With an accuracy of +/- 0.25%, the FlowSonic Elite generates 2200 flow measurements per second, making it a highly reliable and dynamic measurement system.
The FlowSonic Elite features configurable outputs and multi-fuel compatibility, and is available in a High Temperature version with a range of up to 120 degrees C.
Learn more: Reventec Sensors
AMT (Advanced Micro Turbines)
Compact high-performance gas turbine engines
AMT is a Netherlands-based developer of compact gas turbine engines based on revolutionary proprietary designs that deliver exceptional thrust-to-weight ratios, with low fuel consumption and rapid acceleration times. The turbines run on Jet A1, kerosene or paraffin, and require no separate lubrication system. All turbines are extensively tested to ensure strict performance and safety standards.
AMT’s current range includes 4 turbines, with a fifth currently under development.
- Olympus HP – 230N/51.7Lbf thrust, 2.9kg/6.4lbs weight
- Titan – 392N/88Lbf thrust, 3.67kg/8.1lbs weight
- Nike – 784N/176.2 Lbf thrust, 8.77kg/19.3lbs weight
- Lynx – 1569N/352 Lbf thrust, 21.45kg/47.2lbs weight
- Orion (available early 2025) – 600N (135lbs) thrust
Learn more: AMT Gas Turbine Engines
Plettenberg
Brushed & BLDC motors, ESCs, and starter/generator systems for UAVs
Plettenberg is a world-leading developer of tailored electric drive solutions for UAVs and unmanned systems, offering unparalleled robustness, power-to-weight ratio, efficiency and compactness. All solutions are made to order in Germany, with customizations including housings, cooling, windings, IP rating and more.
The company’s offerings include:
- High-performance inrunner & outrunner BLDC drone motors with more than 5,000 possible configurations
- IP67-rated and corrosion-resistant inrunner BLDC motors for UUVs, USVs & marine applications
- Custom BLDC drone motors with up to three redundant windings
- Electronic speed controllers delivering up to 400 V and 250 A
- Starters and generators from 500 W to 15 kW
Learn More: Plettenberg Electric Propulsion Solutions
UAV Servos & Flight Controllers
Volz Actuators
High Performance Servo Actuators
Volz produces high-performance servo actuators for industrial and aerospace applications, with several COTS solutions and the ability to develop custom solutions.
- Fully Redundant Actuators
- Brushless Actuators
- Throttle Servo Actuators
- Actuators for Optional Piloted Vehicles (OPVs)
- Deep-Sea/Submersible AUV/UUV Actuators, proven to 100m/300ft or 10bar/145psi
Flying Car/Taxi Servos:
Volz actuators are flying on several global UAV platforms including the Lockheed Martin Fury 1500, Northrop Grumman BAT, AAI Corp Aerosonde Mk4.7, Aeronautics Orbiter, EADS Cassidian DO-DT target drones, Schiebel Camcopter S-100 and Zipline.
Actuators are available with number of high-end optional features including brushless motors, contactless sensor, position feedback and clutch mechanisms, providing a high-reliability solution. All hardware has traceability which can be difficult to obtain from high volume hobby RC servos.
A redundant variant of the DA26 servo is available, designed for extreme depth and pressure conditions down to 2000m/6600ft.
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- Throttle Actuators
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- Submersible Actuators
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- DA 26 UAV Actuator
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- DA 22 UAV Actuator
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- DA 30 UAV Actuator
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- DA26D UAV Actuator
Key Features of Volz Actuators:
- CNC machined aluminum actuator case
- IP67 standard for water/dust intrusion protection
- Multi-purpose lug mounts for variable servo fixation
- Integrated microprocessor controlled PC boards
- Fully programmable by the customer
- Redundant servo solutions.
Learn more: Volz Servos Actuators
Aeron Systems
MEMS Inertial Navigation Systems for Drones, UGV and Robotics
Pollux Miniature INS
Extremely compact, versatile and light-weight inertial navigation systems ideal for personnel navigation, weapon monitoring and indoor navigation. These navigation systems offer best performance in smallest possible size.
Octantis INS-GPS
Octantis is a tactical grade MEMS INS-GPS, providing precise position, attitude and orientation information. The system runs a multi-mode Kalman filter making it suitable for high and low dynamic applications.
Canopus Compact INS
Canopus is a compact, rugged and light-weight AHRS and INS-GPS for UAVs, autonomous vehicles and robotics. Use of extended Kalman filter assures best-in-class MEMS performance in dynamic environments.
Galileo Digital Magnetic Compass
Galileo (DMC300) is a MEMS accelerometer and magnetometer based digital magnetic compass for attitude and heading reference. Solid state components provide robust performance in challenging environmental conditions. DMC300 is designed for compassing and navigation in USV, UAV and UGV.
Learn more: Aeron Systems
Embention
Mission-critical DO-certified autopilots for UAVs
Embention provides aviation-grade UAV autopilots designed to strict aerospace standards including DO-178C, DO-254 and DO-160G. These low-SWaP systems have been selected for incorporation into a variety of drone platforms operating around the world, and are ideal for supporting advanced eVTOL and UAM (urban air mobility) applications.
The Veronte autopilot range includes:
- Veronte Autopilot 1x – compact system with 1x magnetometer, 1x pitot, 2x IMU, 2x barometer, 2x GNSS
- Veronte Autopilot 4x – safety-critical and fully redundant unit with three complete autopilot cores, 6x magnetometer, 3x pitot, 9x IMU, 9x barometer, 6x GNSS
- Veronte Autopilot DRx – provides three levels of independent redundant hardware connected by redundant communication buses
Learn more: Embention UAV Autopilots
UAV Launchers & Parachutes
PASA (Parachute Safety Solutions)
Fixed-wing UAV rescue/recovery parachutes and airbags
PASA’s ‘Protect UAV’ rescue parachute solutions are typically smaller and lighter than other solutions on the market, and benefit from an automatic cord-cutter system that releases the parachute once the air vehicle has landed, minimizing the potential for damage due to high wind. PASA solutions are in use today with European and US UAV customers.
Key advantages of PASA’s Protect UAV parachutes are:
- High speed-range for initial phase of deployment: 60 bis 220km/h tested, extension feasible
- Moderate G-load throughout total deployment-range due to configurable slider system: standard <6g
- Quick stabilization after deployment
- Low tendency of oscillation
- Extreme low weight and dimensions resulting in low effect on payload: standard 1.5-2.0kg with 4-6.5 liter volume
- Standard sizes for MTOW of 45 to 100kg, extension of MTOW easily feasible
- Scalable to individual requirements via custom-built computational configuration tool
- Re-useable: 10+ deployments possible
- Development and production in accordance to aeronautical engineering regulations
- Verification of required parameters through special measuring equipment and video documentation during airdrop-tests
- Low adaptation and development efforts while in design phase to consider specific requirements.
Learn more: Protect UAV Parachutes
ParaZero Drone Safety Systems
Pyrotechnic parachute solutions for VTOL and transitional VTOL aircraft
ParaZero Drone Safety Solutions was founded in 2014 in Be’er Sheva, Israel by a passionate group of aviation professionals, together with veteran drone operators, to solve the industry’s primary challenge – safety.
ParaZero’s vision is to use the SafeAir drone safety technology to unlock the full potential of the commercial drone industry. Their pyrotechnic parachute solutions are designed for VTOL or transitional VTOL aircraft that require a deployment mechanism to propel the parachute away from the aircraft.
ParaZero has COTS solutions for several DJI multicopters and also develops custom pyrotechnic rescue parachute solutions for larger VTOL and transitional VTOL applications (UAV and Urban Air Mobility).
Learn more: ParaZero UAV Parachutes
Eli Airborne Solutions
Pneumatic UAV Launcher and Parachute Release System
Eli Airborne Solutions is a leading manufacturer of UAV/UAS solutions for the military and commercial sectors. Eli prides itself on being at the forefront of the latest technological innovations and the company’s equipment is utilized worldwide.
Pneumatic UAV Catapult Launcher
Eli’s pneumatic UAV catapult launcher has been designed to accelerate unmanned aircraft with a MTOW of up to 45 kg and launch them at speeds up to 25m/s. The lightweight, battery-powered launcher can be quickly and easily assembled in minutes and breaks down into two custom rugged cases for maximum portability. Eli can design custom carriage rods to accommodate customers’ particular UAV requirements.
UAV Parachute Release System
In harsh weather conditions, parachute canopies may remain filled with air after landing, dragging and potentially damaging UAVs. Eli’s patented UAV parachute release system provides an effective and reliable solution for this problem, immediately disconnecting the aircraft from the parachute upon impact with the ground.
The lightweight, easy to operate device is highly reliable as it is a light-weight mechanical solution with no electronic parts.
The UAV Parachute Release System measures just 80mm in length and 17mm diameter, with a total weight of 50g, and is designed for UAVs of up to 50kg. Eli can design custom release systems according to specific needs.
Learn more: Eli Airborne Solutions
UAV Imaging Solutions
Merio
Lightweight multi-sensor imaging gimbals for UAVs
Merio is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced gyro-stabilized imaging gimbals for UAVs, with solutions ranging from low-SWaP payloads for mini-UAS up to powerful full HD EO and cooled MWIR systems for large tactical surveillance drones.
Designed to excel in challenging environments, Merio’s gimbals can be customized to meet specific mission requirements, and are ideal for a wide range of daytime and night-time applications including ISR, border control, inspection and monitoring, firefighting and more.
The company also offers onboard video acquisition and real-time processing solutions, with a range of advanced functionality including target detection and tracking, geolocalisation, and geotracking.
Learn more: Merio multi-sensor imaging gimbals for UAVs
UAV Transponders
Aerobits
Miniaturized avionic transponders (ADS-B) and remote ID
Aerobits is a technology company located in Poland specializing in the miniaturization of avionics solutions. Aerobits hardware and software solutions are dedicated, in particular, to the wide market of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAV/UAS). Their use paves the way to UAS integration in the airspace, according to the planned strategy of aviation authorities.
Aerobits technology is currently the smallest and fastest implementation of the ADS-B air traffic monitoring system in the world, weighing only 2g. With the enormous level of miniaturization, the powerful computational capacities were retained, ensuring parallel support of many time-critical processes. Our newest product is an interesting development OEM platform (integrated on the PCB level), intended for implementation of CD&R (Conflict Detection and Resolution) methods.
Learn more: Aerobits
