Since General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the engineering and technology firm SENER began collaborating in 2008, the international partnership has resulted in significant agreements regarding the MQ-9A Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) for Spain and its adaptation to the requirements of the Spanish Armed Forces. Continue reading
Category Archives: Electronic Sub-Systems
Enterprise-grade Detect and Avoid for UAS
uAvionix announced the release of pingRX Pro, a new Detect and Avoid (DAA) ADS-B Receiver for professional Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). pingRX Pro detects private and commercial aircraft operating on 978 MHz and 1090 MHz. The received aircraft identity, position, and altitude are visualized on a moving map in real-time allowing the UAS operator or autopilot to remain well clear. Continue reading
Arrests in Spain for Smuggling Autopilots to Pakistan
Police in Alicante, Spain, have detained two people accused of smuggling operations estimated at up to four million euros. Continue reading
UAV Navigation Autopilot Survives Anti-Drone System
Meaconing, Intrusion, Jamming, and Interference (MIJI) is one of the most discussed topics when it comes to UAV operations. It refers to the interception and rebroadcast of signals that are more powerful than the ones used to navigate the aircraft. Continue reading
GA-ASI Acquires IJK Controls
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announced that it has acquired a majority of the assets of IJK Controls, including facilities and all Intellectual Property. The corresponding workforce will join GA-ASI. IJK Controls is a Pasadena, California-based provider of innovative solutions for stabilization, pointing and tracking of cameras, sensors and antennas. Continue reading
US Army Uses Metaferrites for Low-Profile Antenna

New metaferrite antenna (center) replaces the X-wing antenna (left) and the egg beater antenna (right)
US Army scientists developed a first-of-its kind antenna that could change how ground vehicles and airborne systems communicate, transmit and receive radio frequency communications. Continue reading
New Vicor 270V-to-28V DC-DC Converter Provides 1300W of Power at 96% Efficiency
Vicor has announced the DCM5614, an isolated, regulated 270V-to-28V DC-DC converter with an output power rating of 1300W in a VIA package size of 5.6 x 1.4 x 0.3in. Continue reading
Octopus ISR Systems Launches Epsilon 180 Multi-Mission Surveillance System
Octopus ISR Systems has released the Epsilon 180, a more technologically advanced Full HD electro-optical, Mid-wave infrared, Laser Range Finder and Laser Pointer (EO/MWIR/LRF/LP) ISR payload providing exceptional daylight imaging, improved MWIR performance and extended LRF range. Continue reading