Teledyne FLIR OEM has partnered with SYPAQ Systems to integrate its Boson® thermal infrared (IR) camera module into the new CorvoX small Unmanned Aerial System (sUAS) as part of the Thermal by FLIR program.
SYPAQ Systems, an Australian drone manufacturer, is under contract to deliver the CorvoX to the Australian Army in December 2025. This delivery falls under the Australian Defence Force DEF129 sUAS program, which focuses on providing capabilities for dismounted soldier operations. The Boson camera utilized is NDAA-compliant and ITAR-free.
The CorvoX is specifically configured for dismounted soldier operations and includes the Corvo Guarda 70-DN electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) payload. This payload features a Boson with 640 x 512 resolution, which offers thermal imaging performance to see through darkness, smoke, and most fog. The thermal sensor is paired with an EO sensor and is housed within a two-axis mechanical system. This system incorporates advanced stabilization algorithms essential for geo-lock, object detection, and moving target tracking during reconnaissance and surveillance missions.
Amanda Holt, CEO and Managing Director of SYPAQ Systems, stated that “The Thermal by FLIR program represents a natural evolution of our commitment to delivering world-class sovereign defense capabilities globally. The Boson integration into our CorvoX platform exemplifies how strategic collaborations between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States (AUKUS) nations can accelerate the development and delivery of advanced technologies into the hands of the warfighters.”
Jared Faraudo, Vice President, Product Management, Teledyne FLIR OEM, commented, “The CorvoX showcases the versatility and performance of our size, weight, and power (SWaP) optimized Boson thermal sensor in demanding uncrewed applications. SYPAQ’s commitment to sovereign manufacturing and secure, high-volume supply chains aligns with our mission to enable innovative, market-leading thermal infrared technology worldwide.”
The CorvoX sUAS features an innovative thrust-vectored vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) configuration. This design contributes to class-leading endurance in extreme weather and can handle winds up to 35 miles per hour (55 kilometers per hour). The system is capable of speeds up to 62 mph (100 km/h) and can fly for up to 50 minutes. The lightweight, man-portable system weighs less than 4.4 pounds (2 kilograms) and has a 32.3-inch (82-centimeter) wingspan.
Designed for hand-thrown or ground VTOL takeoff, the CorvoX aims to reduce the physical and cognitive load on operators. The system also includes a novel memory structure intended to prevent sensitive intelligence from leaking during a mission, and its onboard artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities are updated constantly.
