In an effort to bring its Kinesis software suite to the public safety and government market, Tomahawk Robotics, a developer of robotic control technologies, has announced a partnership with FLYMOTION, which provides end to end UAS platforms and services. According to Tomahawk Robotics, Kinesis allows robotic systems to be managed no matter their underlying hardware. Whether in the air, on the ground or in the water, users can control their robotic systems in the same way, port autonomy capabilities from one platform to another, and leverage information across these systems, using Kinesis. 

Cobalt Robotics, a developer of indoor autonomous robots, has announced that it has raised $35 million in Series B financing, which is expected to help the company expand its services throughout the domestic United States. Combining autonomous patrolling robots with human specialists, Cobalt’s Robots-as-a-Service model allows organizations to provide a 24-hour security strategy that complements current security assets such as manned security guards and access control systems (ACS). According to Cobalt, this comprehensive strategy results in a “highly effective” security program that not only reduces costs, but also features robots that remain up-to-date with the “latest and greatest software.”

In an effort to “accelerate the deployment of connected and autonomous vehicle technology” for automotive OEMs and suppliers around the world, BlackBerry Limited is expanding its partnership with LG Electronics Inc. Through the agreement, LG Electronics will build next generation digital consolidated cockpits— including infotainment systems, digital instrument clusters, and telematics systems for several OEMs—using a variety of BlackBerry QNX software and services.

UAVOS has developed an advanced leaf spring leg for the main landing gear of UAS that weigh up to 2,400 pounds. According to UAVOS, the spring leaf is stronger, thinner and lighter by 38 percent in comparison with fiberglass, thanks to being made of “aircraft carbon prepreg by the high-temperature molding procedure.” A duct for the brake hose and the landing sensor wire is inside the spring leaf. Its modern material and chassis design allows it to save seven kilograms of the spring weight (in comparison with fiberglass), which reduces aerodynamic resistance, ensuring the protection of the brake hydraulic system and electrical wiring leading to the chassis.