In September 2025, Defense Advancement covered key developments across global defense technology, from counter-drone trailer systems, MANET waveform technology, to EO/IR gimbals
Mississippi State University’s Raspet Lab is testing Aurora Flight Sciences SKIRON-X UAS for BVLOS emergency response, refining operations, flight safety, and FAA waiver procedures for first responders
Belgium’s first MQ-9B SkyGuardian has completed its maiden flight following delivery, marking a milestone in training, certification, and operational preparation efforts
A recent demonstration by L3Harris and Shield AI showcased a new system's ability to passively detect unmanned aerial threats at greater distances, even when partially obscured by obstacles
ParaZero Technologies successfully demonstrated its DefendAir Handheld Net Gun, achieving 100% interception of hostile drones and showcasing reliable protection for critical infrastructure
The Oceanus12 uncrewed surface vessel successfully launched and recovered a towed acoustic array and deployed sonobuoys autonomously at the largest annual NATO exercise for uncrewed naval systems in Portugal
Performance Drone Works (PDW) has been awarded a $20.9M U.S. Army contract to supply C100 heavy-lift quadcopters with multi-mission payloads, enhancing reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and operational flexibility for TiC units
The Malloy T-150 heavy-lift UAS has achieved Release to Service, enabling the Royal Navy and Royal Marines to deliver critical supplies in extreme environments while reducing risk to personnel
Red Cat Holdings and Safe Pro Group are collaborating to embed a patented AI-powered image analysis technology that can identify explosive threats in real-time
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