Autonomous Systems
Connect sensing, navigation, control and mission intent within a testable architecture.
An autonomous platform is more than its guidance software. Its physical vehicle, sensing, communications, operator interfaces and degraded modes must work together within a defined operational envelope.
Where we can contribute
- Uncrewed aircraft systems
- Autonomous navigation
- Guidance and control
- Sensor integration
- Robotics and autonomous platforms
- Mission systems
- Simulation and testing
- Prototype development
A considered
approach.
Define the intended operation and authority of each automated function. Develop observable interfaces, simulation scenarios and fault responses, then progress through hardware-in-the-loop, ground and appropriately authorised flight testing.
Typical scoped outputs
- Functional architecture and interface definition
- Simulation and prototype integration plans
- Test scenarios covering normal, degraded and failure conditions
Autonomy development does not establish operational permission. Airspace, remote-pilot, aircraft and operating requirements must be assessed separately for the proposed operation.
Autonomy lives
at the interfaces.
An illustrative functional architecture—not a product, implemented design or complete safety architecture. Explore the dependencies behind an autonomous aircraft.
Vehicle
The airframe, propulsion, power and payload define the physical limits. Architecture starts with mass, energy, environment and intended operation—not an autonomy algorithm in isolation.