UST Newsletter Edition 84
Unmanned Systems Technology
The world’s largest ecosystem for unmanned systems #technology and #innovation.
Ascend Engineering , a leader in customized UAV autopilot software, has expanded the capabilities of the PX4 open-source autopilot system by integrating a new feature that enables heading determination using dual GPS for DroneCAN.
Sponsored by Holybro , this contribution strengthens the versatility of PX4 for diverse UAV platforms, including multirotor, fixed-wing, and unmanned helicopters.
Ascend Engineering’s newly contributed feature for PX4 autopilot stack integrates new GPS units into the Holybro ZED-F9P DroneCAN GPS driver, in order to provide end users with a more seamless setup experience before testing and flying.
EIZO Rugged Solutions has introduced a ruggedized 3U OpenVPX form factor video graphics and GPGPU card powered by the NVIDIA RTX™ 2000 Ada Generation GPU — the Condor GR5S-AD2000.
The Condor GR5S-AD2000 is an advanced embedded video graphics processing solution designed for high-performance computing systems that demand real-time data analysis and low-latency data transfer.
The NVIDIA RTX 2000 GPU features 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with 3,072 CUDA cores, 96 Tensor cores (fourth-generation), and 24 RT cores (third-generation).
The NVIDIA RTX Ada Generation multiprocessors integrate the latest NVIDIA CUDA, Tensor, and RT Core technology, delivering substantial performance enhancements for AI inferencing, edge processing, and GPGPU compute.
"The Condor GR5S-AD2000 strikes the perfect balance of performance and efficiency for mission-critical applications that require mid-range power and thermal specifications." - John Payne , Senior Product Manager at EIZO Rugged Solutions.
Specialty Coating Systems, Inc. (SCS) has detailed the benefits of conformal coating technologies for marine electronics in unmanned systems, covering the effectiveness of different coatings for subsea environments.
Marine electronics within unmanned systems are exposed to some of the harshest environmental conditions on the planet, which can impact their durability and performance.
Protective conformal coatings, including parylene coatings, are essential in ensuring the reliability of crucial marine electronics such as underwater sensors, radar systems, GPS and positioning systems, and biological detection systems.
The University of Southampton has struck a licensing agreement with ecoSUB Robotics , enabling the introduction of an advanced underwater sampler to the market.
Developed by researchers at the University in partnership with engineers from ecoSUB Robotics, this sampler is designed to facilitate autonomous collection of water samples, even at depths reaching 2,500 meters.
This versatile system, available in varied configurations, can be seamlessly integrated with any of ecoSUB’s autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs).
"The water sampler is a welcome addition to our ecoSUB vehicles, increasing their functionality for a wider range of underwater data collection missions. With this tool, we can support our customers in gathering critical data in ways that were previously not possible." - Terry Sloane I.Eng, MIET, FIMarEST, FRMetS. , Managing Director at ecoSUB Robotics.
MostaTech has revealed that two units in its family of miniature fiber optic gyro (FOG) inertial measurement units (IMUs) have gained further miniaturization, following growing demand for SWaP-optimized inertial products for unmanned systems.
The company’s U183 FOG IMU now measures ∅46×100 mm, reduced from ∅46×111 mm, while the U123D measures ∅40×90 mm, down from ∅40×100 mm.
These reductions enhance their suitability for applications with stringent space and layout constraints, such as UAVs, USVs, UUVs, and ROVs.
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1wTerry Sloane I.Eng, MIET, FIMarEST, FRMetS. - Exciting to see ecoSUB Robotics' new underwater sampler! This is a great addition to your AUVs, enhancing water sampling at 2,500 meters.
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1wCarla Gillespie, Megan Popp - Great insights, Specialty Coating Systems, Inc.! Your work on conformal coatings for marine electronics in unmanned systems is key to improving durability in harsh environments.
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1wAndrew Wilkins, Andrew Brahim, Zachary Lowell - Great work, Ascend Engineering! The dual GPS feature for PX4 enhances setup and versatility across UAV platforms. Excited to see its impact!