Date/Time: Wednesday, April 9 at 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
Webinar Description/Abstract: This session will focus on a few of the recent research projects from the Department of Flight at Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus. The topics include sUAS aerial application efficiency on small farms, low altitude BVLOS right-of-way maneuver testing, and an operational comparison between piloting sUAS and mini UUVs (ROVs). These research projects were all operational field tests where researchers piloted UAS, helicopters, and subsurface vehicles in a realistic operational environment.
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Innovation Vanguard Awards at XPONENTIAL
Inside Unmanned Systems Launches the Innovation Vanguard Awards to Recognize Excellence in Autonomous Technologies
Red Bank NJ March 6, 2025 – Inside Unmanned Systems proudly introduces the Innovation Vanguard Awards (IVA), a premier industry accolade celebrating the most groundbreaking advancements in unmanned, autonomous, and uncrewed systems. These awards honor the visionaries, engineers, and companies pushing the boundaries of technology across defense, commercial aviation, security, emergency response, and maritime operations.
Webinar: ATA Carnets 101: Streamline Trade & Boost Business Growth
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 3:00-4:00 PM ET
Webinar Description/Abstract: ATA Carnets are a money and time saving international trade tool for taking demo equipment, prototypes, exhibits and sales samples abroad temporarily. They are an internationally accepted unified customs document which allow for temporary importation import-duty and -tax free. Learn from ATA Carnet Specialist, Kiel Ursin, how to make the most out of this unique customs document designed to assist with foreign market expansion and business growth.
Speaker:
Kiel Ursin- ATA Carnet Specialist, Boomerang Carnets
Registration: Registration is free for all attendees
Transitioning AAM into Reality at AIAA AVIATION Forum
The 2024 AIAA AVIATION Forum will be held 29 July–2 August in Las Vegas, and this year’s event aims to bridge the gap between visionary concepts and tangible technological reality.
Starr Ginn, Advanced Concepts and Partnerships at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center, served on the forum’s Guiding Coalition. AUVSI met with Ms. Ginn to learn more about NASA’s participation at AIAA AVIATION Forum and the Agency’s vision for how Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) will transform aviation’s role in the everyday movement of people and goods.
Surface Navy Association 2023: Sharpening Our Competitive Edge
Last week, AUVSI’s Advocacy team attended the Surface Navy Association’s 35th Annual National Symposium, where this year’s theme was Sharpening Our Competitive Edge. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro delivered a keynote address on global stability, leadership, and service.
AUVSI Maritime Advocacy Committee Elects New Leadership
AUVSI’s Maritime Advocacy Committee (MAC) sets the federal legislative and regulatory priorities for the association based on input and feedback from its membership. The committee develops advocacy goals and policy positions to enable all AUVSI members to speak with a unified voice on behalf of the UMS industry.
Last month, the Committee held leadership elections. Larry Ryder, Vice President of Business Development and External Affairs, Austal USA will serve as the new MAC Chair. Jenny Roberts, Vice President - Navy Fleet Requirements & Acquisition Accounts, SAIC will serve as Vice Chair for the next two years.
AUVSI 2022 Future Forecast
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 15 at 3:00 - 4:00 pm EST
Webinar Description: Advancements in various enabling technologies are converging to shape the future of the unmanned systems industry. This webinar brings together experts in market research and technology to share their predictions for the unmanned systems marketplace including the next wave of tech developments, emerging applications and potential roadblocks the industry will have to overcome in the new year.
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