Robotic Arm Launch & Recovery System Unveiled

The ruggedized design and full autonomy of Target Arm's Ralar (Robotic Arm Launch and Recovery) enables drone launches and recoveries in real-time, whether mounted on ground vehicles, naval vessels, or aircraft By Joseph Macey / 05 Nov 2024

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Target Arm has introduced its newest breakthrough product, Ralar (Robotic Arm Launch and Recovery).

Seen as a game-changing advancement in drone launch and recovery technology, Ralar builds on the success of the company’s renowned Tular system. With Ralar, Target Arm delivers unprecedented flexibility, designed for seamless operations in even the harshest environments – whether for military, defense, or commercial applications.

After two years in stealth development, Ralar emerges as a powerful tool that dramatically expands the capabilities of drone operations on-the-move. From package delivery to first responder deployments and military reconnaissance, Ralar’s compatibility with Tular and integration with Target Arm’s AI-enhanced software suite (TRACKR, TurboFly, and Maestro) unlocks new markets and use cases, making rapid drone deployment possible across a vast array of vehicles and platforms.

Ralar brings a new level of operational advantage to dynamic combat environments. Its ruggedized design and full autonomy enable drone launches and recoveries in real-time, whether mounted on ground vehicles, naval vessels, or even aircraft. Imagine drones taking flight from an unmanned convoy at the first sign of enemy contact – instantly enhancing situational awareness and force protection. This is the future of drone-enabled combat support: hands-free, pilot-free, and zero interruption to mission flow.

Ralar is poised to disrupt industries far beyond the defense sector. Its innovative, roof-rack mounted cargo container design, complete with self-contained power systems, allows for rapid installation on virtually any vehicle, transforming the way businesses and governments alike think about mobile logistics, emergency response, and autonomous operations. The total addressable market for drone-enabled solutions is exploding, and Ralar’s versatile design makes it an indispensable tool for companies and agencies looking to stay ahead of the curve.

CEO Jeff McChesney said; “Drones seamlessly connect vehicles, ships, and aircraft on the move, eliminating the need for stops or human intervention. Picture a fire chief deploying a drone in mid-flight to survey a burning building ahead, or military units launching surveillance drones directly from unmanned vehicles. This is a new era of drone mobility, where drones follow and find you, not the other way around.”

Unveiled at the Enhanced Situational Awareness Solutions Meeting in San Diego, hosted by the Department of Defense’s Innovation and Modernization Office, Ralar was said to have captivated the audience with its potential to reshape how drones operate in complex, fast-paced environments. The event showcased cutting-edge technologies that leverage AI and machine learning to maintain superiority in a battlespace that grows more challenging by the day.

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