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20 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that HENSOLDT to add kinetic effectors to Germany’s ASUL. Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support has commissioned HENSOLDT to integrate kinetic countermeasures into the ASUL drone defense system, expanding its ability to defeat small drones beyond non-kinetic methods. The decision follows a sensor technology update completed earlier this year, which introduced the latest generation of HENSOLDT’s SPEXER radar into ASUL. With the addition of kinetic effectors, the system’s engagement options are broadened to address a wider range of threats, including drones designed to resist soft-kill measures. ASUL is a modular counter-small UAS system designed for real-time detection, classification, identification and engagement. It combines active and passive radar, electro-optical sensors and a mix of countermeasures sourced from HENSOLDT and partner companies. These elements are coordinated through the Elysion Mission Core command-and-control software, which uses AI-supported algorithms to fuse sensor and effector data and provide decision support to operators. The software can also integrate data from other networked air defense and counter-UAS systems. Until now, ASUL relied on soft-kill capabilities such as electronic measures to disrupt or neutralize drones. Under the new effort, HENSOLDT is integrating a KONGSBERG weapon station into a 10-foot container and adapting it for use with weapons already in service with the German Armed Forces. The company is also introducing a new command container intended to support closer coordination between the system commander, the Elysion operator, and weapon station operators.
According to HENSOLDT, each ASUL deployment will be able to field multiple kinetic effectors depending on the threat environment. The aim is to improve the protection of large areas against small UAS, including targets that are hardened against electronic countermeasures.
(Source: https://cuashub.com/
20 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that Researchers warn Australia is not prepared for drone threats. Researchers at the University of Canberra have warned that Australia’s critical infrastructure is not adequately prepared for emerging cyber threats posed by drones, despite the rapid growth in drone capability and availability across the country. The findings are detailed in a new independent report produced by Innovation Central Canberra (ICC) at the University of Canberra in collaboration with Australian counter-drone company DroneShield. The study examined how drones could be used as vectors for cyber-attacks against critical infrastructure, drawing on targeted analysis and interviews with infrastructure operators. According to the report, there have been no recorded domestic cyber incidents in Australia involving drones to date. However, researchers identified several structural vulnerabilities, including limited drone detection capabilities, low awareness of drone-enabled cyber risks across industry, and a lack of specific government guidance addressing the issue. Combined with the increasing use and sophistication of drones, the report concludes that these gaps could expose critical infrastructure to future threats. The research team, led by Professor Frank den Hartog, Cisco Research Chair in Critical Infrastructure at the University of Canberra, notes that while drones are widely recognized for their impact on modern warfare, their potential role in cyber operations is less well understood. Overseas, malicious actors have already begun experimenting with drone-enabled cyber techniques, and the report suggests similar methods could emerge in Australia as drone and cyber technologies continue to evolve. Within the next five years, the report warns, operators of critical infrastructure may need to reassess how likely drone-enabled cyber threats are and how they should be addressed within existing security frameworks. It recommends greater education, improved information sharing, closer collaboration between industry and research institutions and broader consideration of counter-drone measures across critical infrastructure sectors. The study also highlights ICC’s applied research model, which involves student-led projects working directly with industry partners. DroneShield’s participation in the research is cited as an example of how industry-academic collaboration can help identify emerging risks and inform future capability development. Both the University of Canberra and DroneShield indicated they are exploring options to continue the partnership as understanding of drone-enabled cyber threats develops
Researchers warn Australia is not prepared for drone threats
(Source: https://cuashub.com/
20 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that NASA seeks industry input on long-range drone detection services. NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center (KSC) has issued a sources sought notice to industry as it explores options for a new UAS detection and analysis services contract aimed at protecting launch operations, personnel and critical infrastructure. According to the notice, NASA is seeking information from potential vendors capable of providing continuous drone detection, tracking and threat analysis services across KSC’s more than 144,000 acres of restricted airspace. Performance under the anticipated contract is expected to begin no earlier than April 1, 2026, and would involve access to classified information up to the ‘Secret’ level. KSC officials said the data generated by the system would be used to support rapid decision-making to safeguard NASA personnel, the public, launch vehicles, flight hardware and other high-value assets. All uncrewed aircraft flights over KSC property and the adjacent Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge are prohibited without authorization, increasing the importance of reliable detection and analysis capabilities. The draft requirements call for a system capable of detecting and identifying unknown drones at ranges of at least 40 nautical miles, with a stated objective of extending coverage to 100 nautical miles. The system must provide real-time alerts, threat tracking, and operator identification data, and operate continuously, 24 hours a day. NASA also specified that the solution must be interoperable with counter-UAS systems and procedures used by the FBI, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. Under the current concept, the architecture would include multiple primary and secondary sensors deployed at separate locations across the space center, along with independent data paths and a user-accessible, map-based dashboard for situational awareness. Contractors would also be required to provide rapid on-site support to ensure uninterrupted system availability. NASA emphasized that the notice is intended for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation. The agency is encouraging responses from a broad range of vendors, including small businesses and Historically Black Colleges and Universities or Minority Serving Institutions, and may consider set-asides depending on industry feedback. Interested firms must submit capability statements by February 9, 2026. NASA plans to hold one-on-one industry engagement sessions in early March to further assess available technologies and inform its acquisition strategy.
NASA seeks industry input on long-range drone detection services
(Source: https://cuashub.com/
21 Jan 26. Boeing Selects Drone Sky Defender’s UAS Sentry for Nationwide Drone Detection Across Manufacturing Facilities. Drone Sky Defender, Inc., a provider of advanced unmanned aircraft system (UAS) detection and airspace awareness solutions, has announced that Boeing has selected the company as its drone detection provider for manufacturing facilities nationwide. The deployment marks a significant enhancement to Boeing’s perimeter security strategy as unauthorized and malicious drone activity continues to pose growing safety, security, and intellectual-property risks to critical infrastructure. To address these challenges, Boeing sought a solution capable of early detection, real-time situational awareness, and scalable deployment across geographically dispersed sites. Drone Sky Defender’s UAS Sentry platform enables Boeing security teams to detect, classify, and monitor unauthorized drone activity in real time, strengthening protection for personnel, facilities, and proprietary manufacturing operations. The system integrates seamlessly with existing security operations and extends visibility beyond traditional ground-based measures.
“Boeing operates some of the most sensitive and high-value manufacturing environments in the world,” said Greg MacMaster, CEO of Drone Sky Defender. “Being selected as their drone detection partner validates the reliability of our technology and our commitment to supporting complex, mission-critical operations.”
The UAS Sentry POE/LTE system provides enhanced airspace awareness and delivers key benefits, including early detection of unauthorized drones near manufacturing perimeters, rapid alerting for security teams, and scalable coverage across multiple facilities. The platform also delivers actionable intelligence that supports coordinated response with internal stakeholders and external partners, helping mitigate risks such as surveillance, industrial espionage, contraband delivery, and unsafe drone operations. In addition to technical performance, Boeing cited Drone Sky Defender’s customer service, onboarding, and ongoing support as key factors in its selection. The company provides hands-on implementation, operational training, and continuous support to ensure reliable performance from day one.
“Our philosophy is simple: technology is only effective when the people using it are fully supported,” MacMaster added. “We focus on long-term partnerships, not one-time deployments.”
The nationwide adoption of Drone Sky Defender’s solution reflects a broader shift toward proactive airspace security among major manufacturers, as drone detection becomes an essential component of modern perimeter defense. (Source: UAS VISION)
20 Jan 26. Greece, Israel to cooperate on anti-drone systems, cybersecurity, Greek minister says. Greece will cooperate with Israel on anti-drone systems and cybersecurity, Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said on Tuesday after meeting his Israeli counterpart in Athens.
“We agreed to exchange views and know-how to be able to deal with drones and in particular swarms of unmanned vehicles and groups of unmanned subsea vehicles,” Dendias said in joint statements with Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz.
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“We will also work together in order to be ready to intercept cyber threats.”
With strong economic and diplomatic ties, Greece and Israel operate an air training centre on Greek territory and have held joint military drills in recent years. Greece last year approved the purchase of 36 Israeli-made PULS rocket artillery systems for about 650 m euros ($762.52 m). It has also been in talks with Israel to develop an anti-aircraft and anti-ballistic multi-layer air and drone defence system, estimated to cost about 3 bn euros.
“We are equally determined regarding another critical issue: not to allow actors who seek to undermine regional stability to gain a foothold through terror, aggression or military proxies in Syria, in Gaza, in the Aegean Sea,” Katz said.
Dendias and Katz did not say who would pose drone, cyber or other threats to their countries. But Greece and Israel both see Turkey as a significant regional security concern. ($1 = 0.8524 euros) (Source: Reuters)
21 Jan 26. DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in counter-drone technology, today announced the release of its Q1 2026 software updates notably across the DroneSentry-C2, DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise, and RfPatrol-Plugin, alongside firmware updates for detection and disruption devices. The Q1 2026 release is designed to simplify operations, reduce cognitive load, and help operators make faster, more confident decisions when managing drone threats across military, public safety, and critical infrastructure environments. A key focus of this update is improved system interoperability and sensor coordination of DroneShield’s DroneSentry ecosystem. Expanded multi-sensor support and enhancements to SensorFusion improve detection accuracy and tracking reliability, including for mobile and on-the-move deployments. These changes help operators maintain clearer situational awareness in complex and cluttered airspace. The RfPatrol-Plugin received a significant upgrade, enabling drone detection and tracking data to be shared across TAK networks when connected to DroneShield systems. Operators can now view additional contextual information, including historic movement paths, supporting better coordination and faster response.
20 Jan 26. During the NSSF SHOT Show, Aimpoint announces a significant expansion of its COA® pistol red dot sight through a growing network of OEM partners. The COA optic is offered as a factory-installed package, with pistols shipping directly from manufacturers equipped with the optic via Aimpoint’s integrated A-CUT® interface. This expansion represents a major step forward in Aimpoint’s strategy to redefine the standard for pistol-mounted optics. By offering a direct-mount solution engineered specifically for duty-grade performance, the A-CUT system delivers enhanced durability, consistency, and performance for professional and civilian end users alike. Aimpoint has licensed the use of the A-CUT with major firearm and accessory manufacturers, including many of the most prominent handgun manufacturers in the market. Additional factory-installed pistol and COA combinations are planned throughout the year, reinforcing Aimpoint’s objective to establish A-CUT as the industry standard for optic mounting on pistols. A-CUT is a slide-integrated mounting interface that mechanically locks the optic in place, stabilizing it in all directions and eliminating movement under recoil. This mechanically locked interface removes the shear forces normally placed on screws in traditional optic mounts. By utilizing a front hook and rear locking wedge and enabling a low-profile installation, A-CUT ensures consistent alignment, durability, and co-witness capability. In addition to factory-installed OEM packages, COA will also be available as a standalone pistol sight. This option is intended for users who wish to install COA on an existing pistol. As COA requires an A-CUT interface, installation is carried out by licensed gunsmiths authorized to mill A-CUT. Aimpoint is rolling out a licensing program for professional gunsmiths, with applications available via Aimpoint’s website.
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- 3.5 MOA red dot reflex sight for pistols
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- Weight: 48 grams (1.7 oz), sight only
- Four night vision compatible settings and eight daylight settings.
- Submersible to 25 meters (80 feet)
19 Jan 26. DroneShield selected for Land 156 C-UAS panel. DroneShield has been selected as a supplier for the Australian Department of Defence’s (Defence) Project LAND 156’s Line of Effort 3, which supports the Defence’s strategy to address evolving threats posed by small drones in domestic security. Line of Effort 3 is establishing a counter-small uncrewed aerial systems (C-sUAS) services standing offer panel (Panel). DroneShield’s selection as a Category 2 C-sUAS systems provider on the panel enables the defence department to procure hardware, software, Command-and-Control software (C2) and all associated support services under a Capability as a Service (CaaS) model. DroneShield is one of a number of parties selected as a provider on the panel. Panel selection does not guarantee contracts. Under the panel process, each defence department’s base, or groups of bases, will be assessed and tendered by their appropriate authorities with specific requirements. This arrangement enables the department to procure counter-drone solutions for its own as well as other government sites as a service after suitable assessment, streamlining contract opportunities and accelerating deployment timelines. The Australian government has set aside AUD 1.3 bn for the acquisition of counter-drone capabilities over the next 10 years. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
19 Jan 26. Protecting critical European infrastructure: major EDF research programme underway. The European Defense Fund (EDF) research project Prediction and Response of Effectors on Critical Infrastructure and Structural Environments (PRECISE) has started, bringing together a European consortium to develop advanced technologies for automated structural modelling of infrastructures and effect prediction in predominantly built-up environments.
“Coordinated by GMV, PRECISE is a four-year research action involving nine partners and two affiliated entities from five EU Member States: Belgium, France, Greece, Italy and Spain,” said GMV in a press release. “COTESA, FlySight, GMV, IKH, Indra, Indra Space, MEWS Partners, MEWS Labs and XenomatiX, together with the Royal Military Academy of Belgium and the Barcelona Supercomputing Centre, will work together to study the challenge, develop and integrate knowledge, and design the PRECISE toolset.
“GMV will act as the project’s integrator and coordinator and will lead the Systems Integration work package and the demonstration of the PRECISE solution. In addition, GMV will contribute to other work packages by leveraging the expertise gained in previous projects, such as the development of a Digital Twin for the FRONTEX agency and the development of effect analysis (weaponeering) applications for the Spanish Air and Space Force.”
The project addresses a growing operational need to better assess critical infrastructure and urban terrain in both defensive and offensive military use cases, as well as in civilian and dual-use contexts. PRECISE will develop a European toolbox combining multi-source data collection, AI-based structural modelling, and hybrid AI and physics-based effect prediction models. By exploiting satellite imagery, aerial and ground collected data, from EO, SAR, LiDAR and other sensors, the project will enable the automated generation of detailed 3D structural models and the simulation of interactions between those structures and different physical effectors. This capability will support more informed decision-making, helping to improve optimized operational planning while reducing uncertainty and potential collateral effects, says the consortium. For more information: www.gmv.com (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
16 Jan 26. German ministry issues call for urban and regional UAS development proposals. Germany’s Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) has issued a call for proposals to support the development of urban and regional uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) applications. Funding is available for the conception and testing of new possibilities that can bring about lasting change through the innovative integration of UAS technologies, routines and practices of companies, public authorities and civil society.
“The sustainable development of our cities and communities is crucial for achieving the German government’s climate protection and sustainability goals—as mandated, among other things, by the Climate Protection Act,” BMFTR states in its call for proposals. “However, increasing traffic volumes, high CO₂ emissions in the mobility and building sectors, demographic aging, a shortage of skilled workers, competition for land in densely populated areas and supply bottlenecks in sparsely populated regions pose significant challenges for many cities and communities.” The ministry says these challenges require a new approach and that UAS applications can increase efficiency and climate protection as well as bring improvements in addressing supply gaps and traffic optimisation and relief. Given the projected market growth, BMFTR says UAS-based innovations also offer very high added value potential for Germany. But these potential advantages are countered by negative consequences such as rebound effects, safety and data privacy concerns, noise emissions and challenges for urban planning. Consequently, BMFTR aims to promote research and testing on the question of how socio-technical innovations based on the use of UAS have the potential to contribute to climate-friendly urban and regional mobility as well as sustainable urban and regional development.
“Socio-technical innovations refer, for example, to new commercial business models, non-profit applications, or municipal services that, through the innovative integration of UAS technology, sustainably change the routines and practices of businesses, public authorities, consumers, and citizens and offer new options for addressing the challenges of sustainable urban and regional development,” the ministry says. Examples include a UAS-supported delivery service that improves the supply situation in sparsely populated regions while simultaneously reducing net CO₂ emissions because consumers and suppliers forgo car journeys, or sharing models in which municipalities collaborate to jointly use UAS as efficiently as possible for sustainable urban development purposes such as traffic management, infrastructure or environmental monitoring.
The research objectives of the funding call are as follows:
- Identify innovative UAS applications with potential for sustainable urban and regional mobility and sustainable development of cities and regions.
- These UAS-supported innovations will be tested, researched, and their sustainability impacts assessed as comprehensively as possible, both qualitatively and quantitatively, with a view to opportunities and risks for sustainable development, as well as identifying possible rebound effects.
- To test and research application and market potential as well as the social and economic feasibility/viability of UAS-supported innovations.
- Promising socio-technical innovations, applications, and business models that are expected to have a positive impact on sustainable urban and regional development and offer ecological, social and economic added value should be further developed to the point of application through research funding. Direct practical application of such solutions is desirable.
Projects can relate to one or more of the following areas of action:
Regional delivery traffic / logistics
The research aims to determine whether and how UAS-supported logistics and the integration of UAS into delivery networks can relieve regional traffic congestion and reduce emissions, land use and resource consumption.
Sustainable applications and business models for municipal tasks
The intention is to identify UAS-based applications and business models that can help cities and municipalities fulfill their responsibilities as sustainably as possible. This could include, for example, UAS-based (automated and AI-supported) innovations in urban and transport planning, traffic flow management, environmental protection, urban development/construction, municipal administration or the improved provision of essential public services.
Sharing models / innovative operating concepts
The research aims to explore the extent to which UAS can be shared to conserve resources and utilise them as efficiently and economically as possible. At the municipal level, this could involve, for example, municipal “fleets” and operational centres that multiple city authorities can access for their specific needs.
Projects in areas not listed here are also possible, provided their contribution to the sustainable development of cities and regions is clearly evident. Passenger transport using UAS is explicitly excluded from this call for proposals.
The process is two-stage. In the first stage, project outlines must be submitted electronically by April 1, 2026 at the latest. In the second stage of the process, the authors of the positively evaluated and selected project outlines are asked to submit a formal funding application. Grants will be awarded as non-repayable subsidies through project funding for a period of usually 45 months. A public information event addressing content-related and administrative questions is scheduled for January 30, 2026. For more information: Call for proposals at BMFTR: https://www.bmftr.bund.de/SharedDocs/Bekanntmachungen/DE/2026/01/2026-01-09-foerderaufruf-drohnengestuetzte-innovationen.html (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
14 Jan 26. Intelic and DroneShield partner to develop modular European C-UAS capabilities. Dutch defence software company Intelic is partnering with DroneShield to jointly develop a scalable, modular counter drone system able to detect and stop hostile drones more quickly. Intelic’s Nexus software, already in use in Ukraine, consolidates drones and sensors into a single real-time air picture. According to the companies: “By building interoperability with DroneShield’s detection and jamming system, a seamless chain from observation to effect is created. New or lower-cost sensors, jammers, and interceptors can be added quickly, allowing forces to scale protection without the astronomical costs of classical air defense. DroneShield provides the ground component; Intelic adds an aerial layer with reconnaissance drones and automated interceptor control. Together, they enable faster, coordinated action across different effectors and platforms.” The integration has begun and will be tested over the coming months at multiple military and civilian locations across Europe. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
19 Jan 26. “Colombia launches USD1.6bn National Anti-Drone Shield programme.” Multiple press reports say the Colombian Government has announced a six bn-plus Colombian pesos (USD 1.615 bn) National Anti-Drone Shield project, to protect strategic infrastructures, military and police operations, border regions, critical infrastructure, international airports and major cities. According to the Minister of Defense Pedro Sánchez Suárez, quoted in the Deultimominuto press service: “Colombia is launching one of the most audacious and innovative strategies for our national security and defence. Other media reports say the Drone Shield programme comprises a multi-layered architecture combining early-warning sensors, electronic-warfare systems, physical interceptors and a centralised command-and-control platform, according to Colombia’s Ministry of Defence.
“The system is designed to counter both military-grade UAVs and improvised drones, which regional security agencies say are increasingly used by both state and non-state actors,” said WP Times. “The programme is being rolled out in phases. The first stage will begin on 16 January with closed consultations involving international defence companies and government delegations, after which suppliers will be selected. Deployment across Colombia will follow in stages, with full funding already secured under the 2026 national defence budget.” (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
15 Jan 26. India’s ARDE “researching 7.62mm assault rifle munitions to take down drones.” Multiple press reports say India’s Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) is developing a specialised indigenous anti-drone bullet for use with standard 7.62 mm assault rifles to help counter small unmanned aerial threats. The Indian Defence Research Wing reports that the concept is based on a projectile design that fragments into a controlled conical pattern which significantly increases the probability of hitting a fast moving drone. The ARDE, located in Pune, is a laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and is primarily concerned with research, design and development in the field of conventional armaments for defence services. According to its website, ARDE has expertise in the area of development of small arms, artillery guns, rocket systems, air-delivered munitions and warheads. ARDE has established advanced infrastructural facilities and required technologies for the design and development of arms and artillery. (Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
19 Jan 26. SkeyDrone and Airport Intelligence partner to offer C-UAS services to airports. SkeyDrone and Airport Intelligence have today announced a strategic collaboration to offer international airports a drone detection, response, and mitigation of impact offering. The companies have developed “a phased, strategic journey that combines technology with governance, procedures, and collaboration,” they say in a press release. “It starts with risk assessments, geozone creation, Concept of Operations (CONOPS) definition and UTM integration for regulation, followed by deploying sensors for real-time monitoring. As data is gathered, threat criteria and response protocols must be refined and integrated into airport operations through coordinated procedures and targeted training.” SkeyDrone brings drone detection technology that enables airports to monitor, detect and analyse drone activity in and around critical airspace. It includes a threat assessment module to ensure that alerts are meaningful and operational responses are proportionate. The platform can be tailored to the airport’s specific environment, including its active runway configuration. Airport Intelligence translates detections into a concrete process. “Through the development of the CONOPS, an aligned way of working clearly defines how different types of detections should be handled, from routine monitoring to escalation and coordinated operational response, ensuring safety and security, while minimizing and mitigating operational impact,” said the press statement. “In this way, every action is aligned with airport processes, safety and security requirements and regulatory frameworks.” The joint offering enables airports to move beyond standalone technology deployments towards a fully integrated solution.
For more information: https://www.skeydrone.aero/skeydrone-and-airport-intelligence-join-forces-to-deliver-and-implement-integrated-drone-detection-solutions-for-international-airports/(Source: www.unmannedairspace.info)
19 Jan 26. UK looks to demonstrate ‘generation after next’ radar technologies. The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is funding the radar business of BAE Systems Maritime and Land to deliver a science and technology (S&T) effort intended to demonstrate novel ‘generation after next’ ultra-wideband radar with potential application to future integrated air and missile defence (IAMD). Known as the Hyperion Core Demonstrator, the programme is being funded by the UK Missile Defence Centre (MDC) using money allocated through the MoD’s chief scientific adviser. A prototype array, exploiting technology previously developed by BAE Systems’ Project Theia, was shown to UK media for the first time in the fourth quarter of 2025. According to Bryan Hore, BAE Systems’ radar business development manager, the Hyperion programme is aimed at developing and evaluating advanced ultra-wideband radar technology designed to counter emerging IAMD threats. “[Theia] is a single array that can transmit and receive across a large number of frequencies and in all polarisations,” he said. “As part of the MDC funding, we submitted an option to take that low-TRL [Technology Readiness Level] array technology and demonstrate it as a radar. We’ve been supported by the MDC in this work.” The Theia concept exploits highly coupled dipole arrays (HCDAs) as the basis for a wideband phased-array antenna. The transportable demonstrator cabin, featuring a small array populated by 16 gallium nitride transmit/receive modules (TRMs), has been built up at BAE Systems’ Cowes facility to prove the concept. (Source: Janes)
19 Jan 26. LYNRED, a global leader in infrared imaging technologies, announces the launch of YOCTO, a new family of uncooled thermal sensors based on an 8.5μm pixel pitch microbolometer. The first product in the range, YOCTO1024, will be unveiled at SHOT Show 2026, from January 20 to 23 in Las Vegas (Booth 43557). With YOCTO, LYNRED reaches a new technological milestone in uncooled thermal imaging. By integrating 2.5 times more pixels into the same footprint as a conventional VGA 12 μm sensor, the company succeeds in combining very high resolution with extreme compactness, without sacrificing thermal performance. Featuring an XGA format (1024×768), YOCTO1024 delivers sharper, more detailed images and improves DRI (Detection, Recognition, and Identification) performance by up to 40% compared to 12 μm sensors, equivalent to a x1.4 magnification. Based on VOx technology optimized for the LWIR spectrum, YOCTO1024 stands out for its ultra-compact design. With its super small dimensions (18×18×4.85 mm³), the YOCTO1024 has a footprint reduced up to 40% compared to an XGA 12 μm sensor, enabling a lighter, smaller package for the same format. This new family directly addresses the growing demand from leisure and hunting markets, including riflescopes, monoculars and binoculars, as well as from defense and surveillance applications such as handheld thermal imagers, weapon sights, drones and fixed observation systems. As end-users increasingly expect compact and lightweight equipment while maintaining long-range detection and image quality, YOCTO1024 provides a concrete and scalable response.
16 Jan 26. Cuashub.com said today that US and UK Establish intelligence-sharing framework for UAS and C-UAS operations. The US Army has signed an agreement with the United Kingdom establishing a framework for sharing intelligence related to drone and counter-drone operations, marking the first in what Army leaders say will be a series of similar arrangements with allied nations. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said the agreement was finalized during a visit to the UK last month alongside Brig. Gen. Matthew Ross, director of the Army’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401. The initiative is intended to set ground rules for how information on drone threats and countermeasures can be exchanged between partner forces. Speaking during a town hall at Fort Drum, New York, Driscoll said the agreement reflects the growing complexity of the drone threat. Unlike missiles, he noted, drones can rapidly penetrate airspace and are difficult to predict, increasing the need for timely information sharing between allies. Driscoll said the Army plans to expand similar intelligence-sharing arrangements to additional countries, with the longer-term goal of enabling allied forces to train together, operate common systems and potentially procure the same tools. He described the desired end state as greater interoperability and collective strength in future conflicts involving coalition forces. While no additional partner nations were named, the Army has increased its participation in multinational drone and counter-drone activities in recent months. In November, US forces and vendors from allied countries took part in the Flytrap 4.5 competition, which focused on countering simulated Group 1-3 drone threats operating in NATO airspace.
Separately, soldiers from the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command recently trained alongside Polish and Romanian forces on the Merops counter-drone system, which has been operationally employed in Ukraine for nearly two years.
Beyond Europe, the US has also pursued partnerships in the Indo-Pacific. In February, Washington and New Delhi announced the formation of the Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance, aimed at expanding cooperation on autonomous technologies, including AI-enabled counter-UAS capabilities.
US and UK Establish intelligence-sharing framework for UAS and C-UAS operations
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