74. UAVOS – USA
UAVOS Inc., a company based in Mountain View, California, is a significant player in the unmanned systems industry, providing a wide array of advanced technology, products, and tailored solutions for security, surveillance, inspection, and cargo transportation globally.
With over a decade of experience, UAVOS specializes in the development and manufacturing of multi-role UAVs, proprietary autopilots, advanced communication systems, and various UAV components.
It is also involved in ambitious stratospheric R&D projects, including the HiDRON meteo missions stratospheric glider and the HAPS ApusDuo autonomous aircraft, showcasing their broad capabilities in unmanned aviation.
For defense applications, UAVOS offers a comprehensive suite of solutions. Its product lineup includes both fixed-wing UAVs like the long-endurance BOREY 20 and Albatross, as well as various VTOL unmanned helicopters such as the UVH-170 and the heavy-lift UVH-500, capable of carrying substantial payloads for diverse missions.
Beyond complete aircraft, UAVOS provides crucial underlying technologies, including their unique automatic control systems (autopilots) that enable fully autonomous operations and are adaptable to a wide range of unmanned platforms.
It also develops rugged ground control stations, advanced communication systems, and specialized payloads like gyro-stabilized EO/IR gimbals for day and night surveillance.
Furthermore, UAVOS has showcased counter-drone capabilities, including a drone-capture net system and an anti-drone laser system for neutralizing hostile UAVs. Its expertise extends to converting full-sized manned aircraft into unmanned platforms, demonstrating their deep engineering capabilities in the defense sector.
