Unmanned Systems Technology 002 | Scion SA-400 | Commercial UAV Show report | Vision sensors | Danielson Trident I Security and safety systems | MIRA MACE | Additive manufacturing | Marine UUVs

18 3 Spring 2015 | Contents Unmanned Systems Technology | Spring 2015 04 Intro Interest in swarming unmanned systems is growing, as the benefits of having them work in harmony become clearer 06 Platform one: Mission-critical info High-altitude internet base station UAV unveiled, details of a flexible and high-efficiency solar sheet, a real-time tool for handling complex imagery that runs on a standard web browser, new swarming algorithms, and much more… 14 In conversation: Graham Smethurst BMW’s head of its autonomous vehicle programme explains the challenges that lie ahead and how to overcome them 18 Dossier: Scion SA-400 Ian Bamsey investigates an optionally piloted helicopter which, unmanned, can fly sideways at 46 knots and land on a ship at sea 32 UST online Full details on the easy way to find new suppliers and stay up to date with the latest technological developments 34 Report: Commercial UAV Show Ian Bamsey and Nick Flaherty highlight some of the new technology on show at this trade fair launch 40 Focus: Vision sensors Developments in imaging technology are paving the way for more integrated onboard vision, as Nick Flaherty explains 48 Dossier: Danielson Trident 100 TD2 Ian Bamsey investigates this state-of-the-art French turbodiesel that’s been created specifically for UAV use  56 Insight: Security and safety systems How to ensure an unmanned system is secure and safe 62 Dossier: MIRA MACE The UK’s MIRA automotive research institute is trialling unmanned ground vehicles for the military. What lessons are being learnt? 68 Focus: Additive manufacturing Making components using an additive process is ideal for the unmanned systems industry. David Cooper explains why 76 Insight: Marine UUVs Torpedo-shaped autonomous underwater vehicles are taking over the oceans. Nick Flaherty examines some new developments 82 PS: Wankel engines The rotary engine has found a niche in unmanned systems 62 48 40 68