Appendix M-R – Entities (VIDEO)

Last updated on May 2, 2024

Non-exhaustive list of companies involved in the UAS / UAM / AAM space.

Useful tool for job hunting or making connections with industry.

 

MAGicALL – designs and manufactures custom, cutting-edge magnetic components, power electronics and controls with unparalleled performance – lighter, smaller, more efficient, and more affordable

Manna Drone Delivery – drone delivery in Ireland and the U.S.

MAPIR Inc – specialize in compact monitoring equipment for the remote sensing and similar industries – line of multi-spectral cameras allow users with varying budgets to keep track of their asset and resource projects, detecting issues sooner than traditional RGB color cameras are able to

Marine Group Boat Works – family-owned – full-service boat construction – superyacht refit facility – occupying over 15 acres of land and water – located at the southern part of the San Diego Bay in Chula Vista – second facility in San Jose del Cabo Mexico – specializes in refits, repairs and new construction of boats up to 220 feet (91 meters) long – recognized worldwide for its 665-ton travelift – making it the premiere San Diego superyacht refit facility for the West Coast – specialties include haul-outs, bottom paints, Lloyds’ and ABS-class surveys, aluminum and steel hull extensions, engine repowers, mechanical repairs, propeller service, custom fabrications and more

Massachusetts Technology Collaborativestrengthen the competitiveness of the tech and innovation economy by driving strategic investments, partnerships, and insights that harness the talent of Massachusetts

MathWorks – design AI models and AI-driven systems

MatrixSpace – next generation of AI-enabled sensing so that objects can be identified and data collected in real-time – no cloud required – building the smallest radar system to provide new levels of integrated outdoor surveillance in 4D – the size, location, and movement of objects in time – radar intelligently digitizes outdoor environments and with its architecture design ensures ease of use, fast setup and the ability to have surveillance, monitoring and inspection from both stationary and airborne platforms – founded in 2019 – by a Northeastern Alumnus – independent start-up – corporate headquarters located in Burlington, MA – second location in Hoffman Estates, IL

MaxAmps – started in 2004 – decided to start using rechargeable AA NIMH cells soldered into a battery pack to use personally in an RC plane called a Zagi – built using clear speaker wire, oversized shrink wrap

Maxon – founded in 1986 in Germany by students Harald Egel, Uwe Bärtels and Harald Schneider as a publisher of computer magazines for Amiga and Atari users – early publications included the magazines Amiga Kic

Maxtena Inc – controlling wireless networks and energy distribution in the spatial domain on the RF level is the final frontier of wireless communications – provides advanced beamforming antennas, RF and Cybersecurity products & solutions for terrestrial and satellite-based networks – Dynamic Aperture Technology TM (DAT) and Cyber RF technologies empower customers to develop unparalleled solutions for GNSS, SATCOM, LTE, WIFI, IOT, OT, Military and terrestrial applications which are used on Land, Air or Sea – use proprietary and patented technologies to design extremely lightweight and high-performance RF antennas and systems for a variety of communications spectrums – headquartered in Washington DC Metro – having additional offices in North America and Europe – at the forefront of wireless innovation

McClic – French company – drone shows – drone manufacturing

McKinsey and Companyhelp clients make distinctive, lasting, and substantial improvements in their performance and to build a great firm that attracts, develops, excites, and retains exceptional people – values-driven organization – values reflect the thinking of their founder, James O. McKinsey, and Marvin Bower, managing director from 1950 to 1967, who was a major force in shaping the firm

Mejzlik Propellers – since 1974 – developing and manufacturing the highest quality propellers

Merlin – mission is to create the world’s most capable pilot leveraging technology as the key enabler of air network resiliency

Mesodyne – patented LightCell™ power generator converts any fuel into electricity via light – increasing the endurance of small systems by 10X over batteries – commercializing a new class of power generator that provides efficient, quiet, reliable, long-endurance power from any fuel – LightCell™ bridges the gap in power sources between batteries and internal combustion engines – bringing a 10x improvement in endurance to a variety of unmanned vehicles, wearables, and other equipment – microcombustor heats a nanophotonic material to incandescence – nanophotonic material is engineered to emit certain wavelengths of light when heated – emitted light drives photovoltaic cells to generate electricity

Meteomatics – global leader in weather intelligence – Weather Intelligence approach – aim to take the accuracy of weather forecasts to a whole new level – create unique technologies for forecasts, calculate high-resolution weather models and combine all this with the outstanding skills of our employees

Metro Weather Co Ltdstart-up from Kyoto, Japan – responsible for the “maintenance of air infrastructure,” the last mile towards the realization of an “air mobility society” in which drones will play an active role – use the small Doppler lidar “Wind Guardian” – visualize and see the wind conditions in the sky in real time – predict the changes in wind conditions in the future in order to build a safe infrastructure for air mobility, including drones – possible to predict wind conditions caused by torrential rains and typhoons

Metron Inc – empowers customers to turn data into actionable insights through tailored data analytics, decision support, and autonomy software built by our experts in probabilistic modeling, signal processing, artificial intelligence, and data fusion

Micaelis Vertiportvertically integrated mobility company – promotes, sells and supports world’s most advanced existing air mobility products and services – mission is to be the leader of AAM in Latin America – envision better mobility and bring Lat Am to an eco-friendly future

Microhard Systems Inc – innovative wireless solutions

MicroLink Devices Inc – specializes in metalorganic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) growth of semiconductor structures for use in wireless communications devices and in the growth and fabrication of advanced solar cells for space, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), and terrestrial use

MicroPilot – serves UAV manufacturers who maintain high standards for both the hardware they integrate into their systems and the software that drives them – products are reliable, scalable and customizable – incorporated in 1994 – served over 1500 clients in over 100 countries during 25+ years in business – serves small UAV manufacturers, large-scale defense and research enterprises, and all that exists between – offers a family of lightweight UAV autopilots that fly fixed-wing, transitional, helicopter, and multi-rotor UAVs

MicroStrain by HBK – dynamic company that specializes in creating advanced sensors and systems – innovative products find their use in a diverse range of applications, from advanced manufacturing and off-highway vehicles to unmanned robots and vehicles, civil structures, and even intricate down-hole tools – early ventures in micro-displacement sensors that were vital for biomechanics research applications – expansive product line of inertial and wireless systems today

MightyFly – remaking the future of logistics via large autonomous cargo aircraft – team of forward-thinking engineers – developing a patent-pending, autonomous, eVTOL aircraft with a cargo capacity of up to 500 pounds, range of 600 miles, and speed of 150 mph – combined with a worldwide logistics infrastructure – provide rapid and efficient package transport for business, healthcare, and government

MITRE –  for 65 plus years – advance national security in new ways and serve the public interest as an independent adviser – deliver on that promise every day – apply systems-thinking approach to provide solutions that enhance our national security and way of life – non-profit status sets them apart – motivated by impact – people discover new possibilities – create unexpected opportunities – lead as pioneers for the public good – Fast Company called them “the most important company you’ve never heard of.” – even if you don’t know their name, you have experienced their impact

Mitsubishi Electric US – nearly 100 years – energy-efficient products and technologies including factory automation equipment, automotive equipment, escalators, elevators, heating and cooling products, commercial hand dryers, large-scale video displays for stadiums and arenas, uninterruptible power supplies, solar panels, space and sensing systems, semiconductors, display walls, photographic and thermal printers, transportation and electric utility products

MKS Servos – servo store – camera gimbals servo – micro servo – wing servo

Mobile Power Solutions – offers comprehensive battery regulatory compliance, safety and performance testing, as well as complex prototyping and pack assembly – company is ANAB accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 – served on the committee drafting the replacement to DO-311 – state-of-the-art lab and experienced engineering team are fully equipped to complete cell and battery performance characterization to a customer’s specific standards, offering complete data acquisition for all performance and safety testing – MACCOR cyclers are factory calibrated and included as part of its ANAB accreditation and scope

Mobilicom – offers certified and secured, end-to-end solutions for the drone and robotics industries – products support a diverse range of applications and operations in the most challenging and inaccessible urban and rural environments – field-proven in multiple contexts and not only as standalone components, these solutions deliver top value, are cost-effective, and expedite time-to-market

ModalAI – accelerates autonomy for smaller, smarter and safer drones with SWAP-optimized Blue UAS Framework autopilots built in the USA – from home and business security to retail and government applications – highly integrated AI-powered modules empower a variety of industries to utilize aerial and ground autonomous navigations systems that communicate on 4G and 5G cellular networks – offer start-to-finish custom design services and plug-and-play computing platforms – based in San Diego, California – spun out of Qualcomm® in 2018 – leverages over five years of prior research and development in the drone and robotic markets

MOOG eVtol – world’s premier designer, manufacturer, and integrator of flight control systems for military and commercial aircraft – positioned today on virtually every aircraft in the marketplace – being innovative in this market is paramount in their continued success – investing in future technologies and leveraging amazing employees to come up with groundbreaking ideas

Moonware founded with the belief that multimodal air transportation will become the prime mover of people and goods during the 21st Century – from eVTOLs ferrying passengers between cities and suburban areas, to supersonic aircraft and suborbital flights shaving travel time between continents – ushering in a new air and space age that will further globalize humanity – builders hailing from top Silicon Valley tech companies and the aviation industry – leveraging years of product development experience in aerospace, automotive, and robotics with the mission to enable this next generation of aerial mobility

MORAI – realizing the necessity and importance of securing a safer way to validate autonomous driving systems – co-founders came together to develop a simulation platform based on their expertise and research

Movella – Xsens is now part of it – digitizes movement – across industries and around the globe – enables customers and creators to realize extraordinary outcomes

Moviation – founded in 2022 – headquartered in Seoul, South Korea – committed to designing and manufacturing eVTOL passenger aircraft for AAM – creating an app for on-demand air taxi service in South Korea – now operates air taxi service using helicopters – has future plans to replace all their helicopters with eVTOL aircraft

Moya Aero – created a high-capacity eVTOL, a revolutionary, sustainable vehicle for completely emissions-free transport – connect the world through logistics with autonomous vehicle solutions that allow companies to reach previously inaccessible places

MP Antenna – antenna solutions manufacturer – specializes in the design and manufacturing of multi-polarized antennas –  this type of antenna features a three-dimensional element design that incorporates built in Spatial and Polarization Diversity and improves wireless communications in any application – patented antennas outperform all other NLOS purported antennas in quality and reliability, while providing network users with consistent and predictable connectivity

mRobotics – mRo products are utilized by the largest civilian drone manufacturers, public and private aerospace research and development institutes and militaries across the globe

MyCaseBuilder – ultimate tool for creating your own custom foam inserts for cases of all shapes and sizes, with no minimum order requirements – clean, web-based software – no file downloading, no program installation, and most importantly – no hassle – over 30 highly accurate and user friendly features to create custom case solution – precision measuring aids and easy to use shape-manipulation tools

MyDefence – entrepreneurial enterprise – rooted in the experience of former military officers – leverage a deep understanding of military operations and robust insight into advanced radio technologies – expertise of highly skilled RF engineers – nourish a disruptive technology culture within their corporation – strong desire to develop revolutionary, solid and superior technology – protects infantry soldiers, from Improvised Explosive Devises (IED) or drones carrying explosives – made revolutionizing steps towards robust wireless signaling in mission critical environments

Nanomotion Inc – designs and manufactures advanced motion systems – sub-system modules – piezo motor/drive components

Narma Inc – world’s first stabilized electric dual tilt rotor drone (VTOL)

NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors – non-profit trade association dedicated to providing a unified voice for companies in the diverse tower and communications infrastructure construction, service and maintenance industries

Natilus –  co-founded by Aleksey Matyushev and Anatoly Star – in 2016  – commoditize the freight transport industry through innovation and advanced technology – reduce air freight costs to lower the cost of food in stores, level the barriers in cross-border trade and help connect low infrastructure areas to the rest of the world

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

America’s civil space program and the global leader in space exploration – agency has a diverse workforce of just under 18,000 civil servants – works with many more US contractors, academia, and international and commercial partners to explore, discover, and expand knowledge for the benefit of humanity – at its 20 centers and facilities across the country – and the only National Laboratory in space – NASA studies Earth, including its climate, our Sun, and our solar system and beyond – conduct research, testing, and development to advance aeronautics, including electric propulsion and supersonic flight – develop and fund space technologies that will enable future exploration and benefit life on Earth – also leads a Moon to Mars exploration approach, which includes working with US industry, international partners, and academia to develop new technology, and send science research and soon humans to explore the Moon on Artemis missions that will help prepare for human exploration of the Red Planet – agency shares what it learns so that its information can make life better for people worldwide – for example, companies use NASA discoveries and technologies to create new products for the public – to ensure future success for the agency and the nation, NASA also supports education efforts in STEM with an emphasis on increasing diversity in our future workforce

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – AAM – research will transform our communities by bringing the movement of people and goods off the ground, on demand, and into the sky – air transportation system of the future will include low-altitude passenger transport, cargo delivery, and public service capabilities

National Air Transport Association (NATA) – AAM Committee – newest committee – formed to build upon the enhanced focus on AAM relative to general aviation infrastructure and air charter operations development, while fostering the connection between this emerging sector and the Part 135 environment – aims to provide stakeholder input on the path forward for FBOs and airports planning to service the next generation of aircraft and address sustainable infrastructure, such as vertiports, where innovative solutions in transporting people and goods will impact the overall aviation ecosystem

National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO)

dedicated to representing the interests of the states and the public before policymakers at the federal level – safe, secure, efficient, and well funded aviation system is a powerful economic engine for growth and job creation across the nation – founded in 1931 – one of the most senior aviation organizations in the US, predating even the FAA’s predecessor, the Civil Aeronautics Authority – states first established NASAO to ensure uniformity of safety measures, to standardize airport regulations and develop a truly national air transportation system responsive to local, state, and regional needs – unique among aviation advocates – unlike special interest groups, which speak for a single type of activity or a narrow band of the rich spectrum of the American aviation community, NASAO represents the men and women, in state government aviation agencies, who serve the public interest the states, Guam and Puerto Rico –  highly skilled professionals are full partners with the federal government in the development and maintenance of the safest and most efficient aviation system in the world

National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) – AAM – founded in 1947 – based in Washington, DC – leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive and successful – represents more than 11,000 companies and professionals – provides more than 100 products and services to the business aviation community, including the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the world’s largest civil aviation trade show

National Center for Atmospheric Research – sponsored by the U.S. National Science Foundation and managed by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)

Founded in 1975 – represents the legislatures in the states, territories, and commonwealths of the US – mission is to advance the effectiveness, independence, and integrity of legislatures and to foster interstate cooperation and facilitate the exchange of information among legislatures – represents legislatures in dealing with the federal government, especially in support of state sovereignty and state flexibility and protection from unfunded federal mandates and unwarranted federal preemption – promotes cooperation between state legislatures in the US and those in other countries – committed to improving the operations and management of state legislatures, and the effectiveness of legislators and legislative staff – encourages the practice of high standards of conduct by legislators and legislative staff

National Institute of Justice (NIJ)

research, development, and evaluation agency of the US DOJ – dedicated to improving knowledge and understanding of crime and justice issues through science – provide objective and independent knowledge and tools to inform the decision-making of the criminal and juvenile justice communities to reduce crime and advance justice, particularly at the state and local levels

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

founded in 1901 – now part of the U.S. DOC – one of the nation’s oldest physical science laboratories – Congress established the agency to remove a major challenge to US industrial competitiveness at the time — a second-rate measurement infrastructure that lagged behind the capabilities of the United Kingdom, Germany and other economic rivals – from the smart electric power grid and electronic health records to atomic clocks, advanced nanomaterials and computer chips, innumerable products and services rely in some way on technology, measurement and standards provided by the NIST – today, measurements support the smallest of technologies to the largest and most complex of human-made creations — from nanoscale devices so tiny that tens of thousands can fit on the end of a single human hair up to earthquake-resistant skyscrapers and global communication networks – mission is to promote US innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

mission is to understand and predict changes in climate, weather, ocean, and coasts, to share that knowledge and information with others, and to conserve and manage coastal and marine ecosystems and resources – from daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, and climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration and supporting marine commerce, NOAA’s products and services support economic vitality and affect more than one-third of America’s gross domestic product – dedicated scientists use cutting-edge research and high-tech instrumentation to provide citizens, planners, emergency managers and other decision makers with reliable information they need, when they need it

National Park Service (NPS)

bureau of the Department of the Interior – directly overseeing its operation is the department’s Assistant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife and Parks – created by an act signed by President Woodrow Wilson on August 25, 1916 -Yellowstone National Park was established by an act signed by President Ulysses S. Grant on March 1, 1872, as the nation’s first national park

National Research Council Canada (NRC) – specialized research center to help accelerate scientific breakthroughs and innovation

National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

located within the Department of Commerce – Executive Branch agency – principally responsible by law for advising the President on telecommunications and information policy issues – programs and policymaking focus largely on expanding broadband Internet access and adoption in America, expanding the use of spectrum by all users, and ensuring that the Internet remains an engine for continued innovation and economic growth – goals are critical to America’s competitiveness in the 21st century global economy and to addressing many of the nation’s most pressing needs, such as improving education, health care, and public safety – on May 18, 2016, NTIA published Voluntary Best Practices for UAS Privacy, Transparency, and Accountability

National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)

originated in the Air Commerce Act of 1926, in which the US Congress charged the US Department of Commerce with investigating the causes of aircraft accidents – later, that responsibility was given to the CAB’s Bureau of Aviation Safety, when it was created in 1940 – in 1967, Congress consolidated all transportation agencies into a new US DOT and established the NTSB as an independent agency placed within the DOT for administrative purposes – in creating the NTSB, Congress envisioned that a single organization with a clearly defined mission could more effectively promote a higher level of safety in the transportation system than the individual modal agencies working separately – since 1967, the NTSB has investigated accidents in the aviation, highway, marine, pipeline, and railroad modes, as well as accidents related to the transportation of hazardous materials – in 1974, Congress reestablished the NTSB as a completely separate entity, outside the DOT, reasoning that ” …No federal agency can properly perform such (investigatory) functions unless it is totally separate and independent from any other … agency of the US.” – because the DOT has broad operational and regulatory responsibilities that affect the safety, adequacy, and efficiency of the transportation system, and transportation accidents may suggest deficiencies in that system, the NTSB’s independence was deemed necessary for proper oversight – NTSB, which has no authority to regulate, fund, or be directly involved in the operation of any mode of transportation, conducts investigations and makes recommendations from an objective viewpoint

National Weather Service (NWS)

NWS Headquarters in Silver Spring, MD  – 6 Regional Headquarters: EasternSouthernCentralWesternAlaska, and Pacific – local Weather Forecast Offices (WFOs), River Forecast Centers (RFCs), Center Weather Service Units (CWSUs), and National Centers nationwide – employees are working to support all aspects of keeping the public safe from weather, water, and climate hazards and meeting the NWS mission to protect lives and property, and enhance the national economy

Navos Air – authorized by the FAA to develop and maintain non-Part 97 (special) satellite-based performance-based navigation (PBN) instrument flight procedures (IFPs) and to conduct Heliport evaluation and designation – exists to expand safe access to terminal environments, off airport locations and the National Airspace System for underserved and emerging aviation sectors by focusing on helicopter, AAM, UAS and autonomous aircraft systems instrument procedure design, development and validation – do this by approaching and conducting procedure development from the unique background and perspective of years of experience in military aviation, air ambulance services, conventional airborne research and UAS research

NavtechGPS – leader in GPS / GNSS education and training since 1984 – GPS and GNSS/INS courses are taught by some of the best technical professionals in the industry – specialize in hemisphere GPS systems, and can assist those in need of hemisphere GPS education

Near Earth Autonomybridge the gap between aerospace and robotics – provide safety, efficiency, and performance – creating a future where autonomous flight is commonplace and safe – work enables a range of uncrewed aircraft (i.e., sub-meter to full scale) to operate across multiple applications

Nearthlab – provides meaningful data using proprietary AI-based autonomous solution

Near Space Corporation – operated since 1996 as a commercial provider of high altitude, near space platforms and flight services for government, academic and commercial customers

NEOM – vision to build a profitable, sustainable and innovation-driven economy – powered by 14 key sectors – building a zero-carbon circular economy, 100% powered by low-cost, renewable energy – building the world’s first cognitive, hyper-connected community powered by cutting-edge technology

Neousys Technology – established in 2010 – designs and manufactures industrial grade rugged embedded computers and systems with core expertise ranging from embedded computing to data acquisition and processing – solutions for automation, machine vision, transportation, GPU computing, surveillance and video analytics

Neste – America’s leading supplier of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel – that wasn’t always the case – before, Neste was an oil and gas company – was founded more than 70 years ago – defined purpose of providing oil and fuel security to Finland – when they started doing business in the United States, their focus was on collecting crude oil by truck from the Texas oil fields and selling gasoline across the U.S. West Coast – through continued innovation and growth – including acquisitions of Mahoney Environmental and AgriTrading – constantly finding ways to turn more waste and residues from across North America into renewable products – today, recognized as one of the world’s most sustainable companies – on track to create the change needed to lower GHG emissions and cut pollution – creating a healthier planet for future generations – believe that change runs on renewables

Neta Communications – design and manufacturing company specialized especially on antenna and RF products with a broad range of applications of telemetry, GNSS, FTS, airborne and ground data link and satellite communication – all products are designed by own R&D center and produced by NETA production facilities in Istanbul Turkey – more than 150 employees including many Phd and postgraduate engineers

NEUMOTORS – brushless motor engineering and manufacturing – BLDC motors from 50 watts to 50kW output – hundreds of motors and thousands of configurations in catalog

Nexa3D Inc – team of passionate additive manufacturing practitioners that are committed to digitizing the world’s supply chain sustainably – make the world’s fastest polymer 3D printers accessible to professionals and businesses of all sizes –  groundbreaking technology is shattering traditional 3D printing productivity barriers and opening the aperture of additive materials – printers take current additive manufacturing speeds from ‘dialup internet’ to ‘broadband’ printing and are capable of continuously printing at speeds of up to 8 liters per hour – represents up to 20x productivity gains over all current state additive products and is comparable only to injection molding economics – existing supply chain complexities, extended lead-times and the substantial costs typically associated  with tooled plastics

NextVision Stabilized Systems – market leader in the field of micro stabilized gimballed cameras – offer the widest range of field-proven stabilized cameras and accessories for commercial, industrial and security applications – cameras can be mounted on ground, aerial and maritime platforms, and are the preferred choice where low SWaP2 (Size, Weight, Power and Price) without compromising performance is a key requirement

NFI Industries – family owned and operated company – committed to providing the absolute pinnacle in supply chain support for businesses of all sizes and varieties – leadership team continues creating best-in-class end-to-end logistics solutions

NGC Aerospace – high-tech Canadian SME – recognized for the design and deployment of artificial vision, guidance, navigation and control systems for the autonomous operation of space, aerial and terrestrial vehicles – analyses, algorithms, simulators and real-time software developed by NGC are intended to increase the autonomy, performance, reliability and safety of these intelligent vehicles while at the same time reducing their operational cost

Nicomatic Americas – leading global designer and manufacturer of micro connectors, complex cable assemblies and subsystems integrated into electronic equipment – offer a wide range of interconnect solutions that can be combined and configured in countless ways to meet the needs of any application

Nikola Corp – pioneering solutions for a zero-emissions world

Nokia – cognitive networks powered by AI advance business and society

Northrup Grumman – Forward Area Air Defense Command and Control (FAAD C2) – FAAD C2 integrates short-range air defense (SHORAD), counter-rocket, artillery and mortar (C-RAM), and counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) systems to detect and intercept incoming threats, warn affected personnel and determine point of origin

Northrop Grumman – IBCS – define possible by pioneering technologies at the edge of every frontier and creating revolutionary technology to connect, advance and protect the U.S. and its allies

Northwest UAVAmerica’s leader in UAV propulsion system design and manufacturing – one of America’s first one-stop-shop for the UAV industry – building a reputation for reliable, cost-effective UAV engines and support systems since 2005 – developed into a company that designs, manufactures, repairs, ground tests, and flight tests UAVs and their propulsion systems

NovAtel Inc – part of Hexagon – global technology leader – pioneering end-to-end solutions for assured autonomy and positioning on land, sea, and air

NRW Global Business GmbH – state-owned foreign trade promotion agency – partner for all companies when it comes to investment projects and settling in North Rhine-Westphalia, developing growth markets and networking with international business partners

NUAIR – New York-based nonprofit – driving economic development through innovations in UAS and Advanced Air Mobility to safely integrate into the national airspace – rich history of 10+ years performing UAS testing and validation, investing in local and state economic development, and training public safety elite

OAIRE – Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education – driving the cutting edge of emerging technology and acting as a trusted agent in the industry – building upon OSU’s deep technical expertise and expanding on internal and external collaborations – fulfilling OSU’s land grant mission by catalyzing the regional aerospace ecosystem and building industry and educational pipelines

OceanAero – bring the ocean and its data to you, with novel hardware and software that is revolutionizing maritime exploration – created the world’s first and only environmentally powered Autonomous Underwater and Surface Vehicle (AUSV), the TRITON, that collects data both above and below the ocean’s surface and relays it to you from anywhere, at anytime – design, build, and operate the TRITON and its communication platform, offering both ready-to-deploy packages and custom payloads for an array of applications

Ocius – Ocius Technology Ltd (formerly Solar Sailor Holdings Ltd)  – Australian public unlisted company – Construction and Research and Development facilities at the University of NSW – built multiple ‘solarsailor’ prototypes and 6 high-tech, award winning, hybrid electric, commercial passenger ferries to international classification requirements, which together have carried tens of thousands of passengers – 4 ‘solarsailor’ hybrid electric ferries operated by the Hong Kong Jockey Club operate 364 days of year, 14 hours a day, from Sai Kung to Kau Sai Chau using half the fuel of the ferries they replaced

Octane Wireless – focused on carrying out innovative research, development, and manufacturing in the areas of highly efficient, electrically small antenna technologies and high-performance RF signal transport over optical fiber – draw on the extensive and diverse experience of our engineering team in the areas of electromagnetics, photonics, and microwave engineering

Odys Aviation – developing and building VTOL aircraft using hybrid-electric technology – forging the next step in commercial aviation – cutting travel times in half on some of the world’s most traveled routes while significantly reducing the industry’s carbon footprint

OFS – premier manufacturer of Fiber Optic Solutions

Ohio Federal Research Network – science and technology enhancement program managed by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with The Ohio State University and funded by the Ohio Department of Higher Education – brings together federal partners, academia, and industry in Ohio to drive innovation and commercialization and funds and facilitates statewide R&D projects that are focused on fulfilling the critical mission needs of Ohio’s federal installations –  promotes and facilitates the successful commercialization and/or follow-on funding of the R&D projects, which result in high-quality job growth and workforce development in Ohio

OKSI – over 30 years in developing and fielding custom sensors, along with AI/ML, EO/IR, and deep reinforced learning – believe that AI has revolutionized life as we know it – from augmenting human decision making to true autonomy – on the battlefield, into deep space, and the depths of our oceans – autonomous and intelligent solutions rapidly analyze, identify, and communicate actionable insights, enabling critical decision making, action prioritization, and outcome optimization – privately held small business – headquartered in Los Angeles, California

OK To Fly – founded in 2015 – Airdata UAV was initially built to provide crash-prevention information and give pilots much broader data than typically captured in a logbook – provide a comprehensive drone fleet management operation platform – helping tens of thousands of small-to-large drone fleet operators in nearly 200 countries around the world

Omnetics Connector Corporation – privately held connector design and manufacturing company – over 35 years of experience – focused on Micro-miniature and Nano-miniature high reliability electronic connectors and interconnection systems – products are designed and assembled in Minneapolis, Minnesota that includes in-house automatic machining and over-molding equipment – proprietary flex pin contact system is used in both our Micro (1.27 mm pitch) and Nano (.64 mm pitch) connectors – connectors are QPL approved to MIL-DTL-32139 and MIL-DTL-83513 – ideal for industries such as Military, Aerospace, Medical, Instrumentation and other high-technology oriented industries

Ondas Holdings – leading provider of technology platforms that digitize industrial and government operations – work with blue-chip customers and partners – subsidiaries include Ondas Networks, American Robotics, Airobotics, Iron Drone, and Ardenna – companies have offices in Massachusetts, California, and Israel

One Stop Systems – leader and innovator in rugged HPC solutions for the demanding ‘edge’ – design and manufacture the highest performance compute and storage products that enable rugged AI/ML, sensor processing, sensor fusion and autonomous capabilities without compromise – hardware and software platforms bring the latest data center performance to harsh and challenging applications, whether they are on land, sea or in the air

OneSkyglobal UAS Traffic Management (UTM) company – developing airspace assessment, operations, and traffic management solutions for the aviation industry – goal is to harmonize the sky – ensuring safe, efficient, and scalable access to all airspace users – take a robust and long-term approach to UTM – envisioning the challenges ahead as traffic management is unified for all operators – working with all stakeholders – drone operators, drone manufacturers, and airspace authorities – has validated its technology in numerous UTM programs globally, including projects with the FAA, NASA, and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) – developing a Flight Information Management System (FIMS) prototype with Airservices Australia for its UTM network

Opener – BlackFlynow Pivotal – Helix is the first production vehicle sold in 2024

OpenWorks Engineering – UK company – develops CUAS, Air Defense and Optical Surveillance, Sensing and Tracking Technology for Defense and Security

Operational Solutions – founded in 2010 – UK company – dedicated to supplying and integrating innovative systems that create safer spaces globally for all – wide range of solutions designed to offer comprehensive situational intelligence in the face of risks both on the ground and in the air – mission to help provide the expertise needed to lead the protection of people, property, and planet – tailor solutions to meet the technical requirements and risks faced by their clients

Opteran Technologies – harnessing algorithms evolved in insect brains to make autonomous machines as robust and efficient as nature – turns biological brain algorithms into the building blocks for machine autonomy, interfacing them with industry standards – software is deployed edge-only on low-end silicon – stabilizing vision and extracting motion to perceive in real-time – machines building maps by simply recognizing spaces as they pass through them – weighing up information to make decisions

Orb Aerospace – AAM aircraft

Oregon UAS AcceleratorOregon’s only Center of Innovation Excellence dedicated exclusively to autonomous systems and robotics – awards $40k non-dilutive grants semi-annually for the purpose of helping small to mid-sized startups – working individually or collaboratively – to commercialize their innovations – selected startups receive a minimum of 6 months of free access to workshop space, hot desks, Autodesk development software, skilled mentors, UAS training, investment training, and secure storage, as well as onsite coaching from our highly experienced team of flight test professionals – based at Eastern Oregon Regional Airport (PDT), co-located with the Pendleton UAS Range, one of the busiest UAS ranges in the nation – covering over 14,000 square miles – permitting operations to 15,000 MSL – innovators gain access to innumerable flight test environments and unparalleled flight test infrastructure, all anchored by a UAS-friendly ATC tower, an ILS system, and a primary runway over 6,300 ft.

Orthodrone GmbH – offer advanced, ultra-high-resolution spatial data acquisition and scientific analyses services for industry or research needs – utilizing customized hybrid UAS with survey-grade sensors and in-house control solutions – versatile and reliable partner for surveying and modeling

OSL – founded in 2010 – dedicated to supplying and integrating innovative systems that create safer spaces globally for all – wide range of solutions designed to offer comprehensive situational intelligence in the face of risks both on the ground and in the air – provide the expertise needed to lead the protection of people, property, and planet

Overair – developing all-electric VTOL aircraft dedicated to transforming how people and goods move in and around urban spaces and beyond

Overwatch Imagingventure-backed small business – founded in 2016 in Hood River, Oregon – serve important, time-critical  missions around the world, ranging from fire, flood and oil spill mapping to counter narcotics, tactical intelligence, and maritime search and rescue – develops automated, multispectral smart sensors and AI-enabled software solutions for time-critical missions in challenging environments – cutting-edge solutions leverage the latest advancements in sensor technology, computer vison, GPU processing, Artificial Intelligence, and sensor fusion to scan wide areas, find objects of interest, extract actionable geospatial intelligence from data streams and deliver it quickly and efficiently

Owl Autonomous Imaging Inc – goal is reducing collisions between automobiles and pedestrians (or animals) at night by providing actionable object identification and location data to effect automatic emergency braking systems – accomplish this by examining the patterns of infrared radiation emitted by warm bodies to provide both position and distance measures

OxTS – passionate about inertial navigation – over two decades of experience in combining the best of high precision GNSS receivers and world-class inertial navigation expertise – products have become the industry standard for automotive testing and are widely used in other industries – products provide position, roll, pitch, heading and other measurements of vehicles on land, sea and in the air – highly accurate RT3000 series is used by almost all car manufacturers in the world for vehicle dynamics testing, validating advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) sensors or developing self-driving cars – range of combined, compact GNSS/INS systems are used for sensor position and orientation on mobile mapping vehicles or for direct georeferencing data from airborne surveying

Pablo Air Co Ltd – named after Pablo Picasso with a vision of leading the global drone industry – creating various mobility businesses based on unmanned smart mobilities integrated system and swarming technology – technical goal is to innovate in the fields of military UAS and solution, drone art show, drone delivery, and urban ATM

Packet Digital – Fargo, ND, based engineering company – focusing on battery and power system development for autonomous systems, with an emphasis on UAS – decades of experience in battery design, battery management systems, and embedded programming

ParaZero – ParaZero SafeAirTM system applies real-time data analytics to identify and mitigate flight risks autonomously and increase safety for bystanders while protecting the loss of expensive drones, equipment, and payloads

PDW – portable, packable drone systems and advanced solutions – built to perform in challenging environments, enabling warfighters and first responders to make life-saving decisions in real time, on and off the frontlines – providing unit-level air support to delivering first aid – revolutionizing small robotics to deliver maximum versatility, advanced capabilities, and groundbreaking autonomy

Pegasus – unique integration of automobile and rotorcraft – Pegasus E – VTOL capable drivable flying car – can be parked in a garage or car park

PEI-Genesis – leading global provider of custom engineered connector and cable solutions – partners from design to delivery – design custom connector and cable solutions to meet specific application requirements and then deliver with service, speed and a consistent quality that is unmatched in the industry

Pelligra – Australia’s leading provider of bespoke, best-fit commercial facilities, which enhance both individual businesses and the broader community in which they operate

Pentaxi – founded in 2018 to bring to that future to life with the world’s most advanced self-flying taxis and cargo aircraft – conducted more than 20 test flights – based in Netanya, Israel – second location in Tokyo, Japan

Pentagon 2000 Software Inc – leading supplier of fully integrated enterprise software systems – been used primarily in the aerospace and defense industries, also in the electronics, power systems, metals and automotive industries

Persistent Systems LLC – offers a secure and scalable mobile networking capability based on its cutting-edge Wave Relay MANET Technology – products provide a total solution consisting of voice, video, and situational awareness to mobile users with no reliance on fixed infrastructure – pioneer in developing advanced MANET technology and commercializing it in the Defense and Industrial sectors

Peterbilt – electric vehicles are changing the way the trucking industry moves the world – industry leaders in alternative powertrain offerings – Model 579EV for short haul and drayage – Model 520EV for refuse – Model 220EV for pickup and delivery

Pharovision – making the invisible visible – all of Pharovision’s detection systems can automatically detect aerial or ground targets – each system is equipped with a modular high-powered CCD sensor, as well as the infrared payload, allowing for detection or observation in either mode – in automated scanning mode, all systems are capable of inspection of an infinite variety of areas located around the environment, including areas of dense vegetation and ground surfaces – areas with excessive false alarm potential can be masked from automated detections

Phase One A/Sglobal leader in high-resolution digital imaging technology – from professional photography to cultural heritage digitization, industrial inspections, aerial mapping, security, and space – developed core imaging technologies and a range of digital cameras and imaging modules, setting new standards for image quality in terms of high-resolution, dynamic range, color fidelity and geometric accuracy 

PhilJets – providing Global Services in the Philippines and in the ASEAN Region – customers include General Aviation firms, Commercial Airlines, MRO companies and Government Agencies

Phoenix Air Unmannedcommercial drone services – years of operational successes – sheer volume of aerial data acquisition provided – mission to merge technology, complex operations, and talented individuals to create a tailored product offering

Phoenix LiDAR Systems – established in 2013 as Phoenix Aerial Systems – goal of combining LiDAR scanning and UAV technologies into a complete solution for today’s generation of surveyors, giving them a system with a guaranteed return on investment

Phractyl – flying car

Piasecki Aircraft Corporation (PiAC) – founded in 1955 – research and development business – specializing in design, fabrication and flight testing of experimental rotorcraft and unmanned air vehicles

Pierce Aerospace – offers Remote ID Beacons, Receivers, and Remote ID integrations for UAS OEMs, C-UAS, C2, and UTM providers – solutions are available for consumer, enterprise, and government stakeholders

Pipistrel – by Textron eAviation – global leader in electric aircraft – focused on the future of sustainable flight – committed to bringing the next generation of sustainable aircraft to the market – backed by Textron’s 100 years of expertise and restless spirit of innovation

Piranha AVD 360 – cutting-edge electronic warfare system – designed to safeguard armored vehicles from Russian drones – successfully completed field trials – now poised for mass production

Plana – by adding a long-time proven turbine generator to the energy source of an eVTOL, can use the battery with the most efficient and safe SOC range while enhancing the aircraft’s profitability with a highly improved flight range

Plettenberg – leading designer, developer and manufacturer of electric motors and ESCs for high-end drive solutions – product range includes fully customized as well as standardized solutions, including inrunner and outrunner BLDC motors, brushed DC motors, ESCs, starter generators as well as accessories – provide engineering and application integration service to help customers in designing the perfect motors and ESCs for their particular use purpose – serve customers from end-markets such as UAVs, industrial tools, robotic & automation, medical equipment, aviation, racing & sports, universities & research – manufacture all our products at HQ in Baunatal, Germany – strict quality system which is ISO 9001 certified

PMT Shielding Solutions – headquartered in Tigard, just south of Portland, Oregon – industry leader in vacuum metallizing – principally engaged in the aerospace, defense, and medical industries – providing EMI/RFI shielding solutions for advanced technology systems in these industries – offer years of electronics industry product design, operations and manufacturing expertise – bring chemical and electronics engineering expertise to the project

PNI Sensorpositioning and navigation product and technology company – provides highly accurate, precise position and navigation data to systems through the use of proprietary sensors, algorithms and Edge AI

Power4Flight – formed to address powertrain reliability, durability and affordability issues, which continue to plague the industry and keep small Unmanned Aircraft Systems from realizing their full potential – focused on providing UAS powertrain components, including integrated starter/generators, Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) and power conditioning electronics

Precision Integrated Programs LLC – offered unmatched manned and unmanned operations for nearly four decades – team of pilots, gearheads, veterans and logistics experts who bring reliability to every expedition

Preneu Co Ltd – brings advanced technology for efficient UAV solutions with sustainability, reliability, and cutting-edge performance

Prism Detect – advanced aerial detection solution – team behind the world’s most trusted unified traffic management provider, Altitude Angel – focused on the detection of crewed and uncrewed (drones) aircraft above critical & sensitive infrastructure and real-estate – ability to provide an enhanced ground surveillance capability – Prism Detect provides those who need to know a comprehensive and real-time view of all airspace users in the sky above them – providing clear intelligence as to who, or what, is operating in the airspace means appropriate and proportionate decisions can be made swiftly and with confidence

Proline-Jetcentral – supply state-of-the-art miniature jet engines for the hobby market and professional applications – CNC high precision machining and computerized balancing allows very reliable engines with extended life – turbine wheel and EGV are casted by a third party that produces castings for full size aircraft manufactures – ongoing research and development leads us to continuous improvement of our engines and the creation of new ones to fulfill the needs of the serious flyers

PSI Cases – designs and manufactures systems integration packages and container solutions for clientele who represent interest from the private sector and government agencies – located in Baltimore, Maryland – personnel with over 50 years combined experience in design, engineering, development, manufacturing, and sales – installed the latest in fabrication equipment and rotational molded manufacturing to ensure timely deliveries at competitive prices – ISO 9001 certified and registered company

PteroDynamics Inc – designs superior autonomous VTOL aircraft that fly faster and go farther to reach remote locations without runways, even in harsh conditions

QinetiQ – offer customers world-class expertise in advice, services (particularly test and evaluation) and innovative technology-based products – deploy scientific and technological knowledge, proven research capabilities and unique, purpose-built facilities to provide both services and products that meet the needs of a wide range of global customers – operate primarily in the defense, security and critical national infrastructure markets

Quantum Systems – specialize in the development, design, and production of advanced multi-sensor UAS that collect aerial intelligence for the professional user

Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA)

In 1935, at the invitation of the DOC, a group of governmental and industry representatives formed the RTCA to address a need for coordination of research in the development of aeronautical radio.

Rafael Drone Domeend-to-end solution – providing soft and hard-kill, 360° circular coverage, with a quick response time and a high success rate while inflicting minimal collateral damage – provides a complete and comprehensive solution with a goal of enforcing effective UAV No-Fly zones – capable of identifying unknown targets, generating alerts (based on an adaptable rules generator), and operating without causing interference to non-target airborne assets by utilizing specific jammer bandwidth and an advanced directional antenna – modular Anti Drone system and can be used as a stationary or mobile configuration, as well as customized per customer’s request

Raindance Systems Pty Ltd – founded in Western Australia in 2003 – major developer and global supplier of aerial incendiary device technology – experienced strong growth in the Australian, United States, and Canadian markets, where the growing rate and intensity of bushfires has resulted in the need for greater fire control and prevention technology – industry leader in the development of incendiary device technology in Australia – products are currently used exclusively by the Western Australian Department of Environment and Conservation (formerly CALM) – have acquired over 80% of the market share Australia-wide – products are also used by Sierra Pacific Industries, a leading private forest company in the US that owns or manages 1.7 million acres of forest in California

RAMPF Composite Solutions – based in Burlington, Ontario, Canada – leading expert in the manufacture of carbon fiber and fiberglass composites parts for the aerospace and medical industries – core competencies include VARTM, metal plating, and value-added assembly

Rangair – since 1948 – trusted partner and source for manufactured military, commercial and consumer products – headquartered in Cleburne, Texas, USA – 215,000 square foot facility that offers customers a single source for manufacturing and distribution

RapidFlight – disrupting the UAS industry with speed to field and scale to mass – AgileAviation process enables unprecedented speed from concept to flight, distributed mass production at the tactical edge, and significant cost and logistical footprint reductions – produce autonomous aerial systems that rapidly evolve with ever-changing mission sets​ for the advancement of National Security interests

Raytheon – Coyote UAS – combat-proven Coyote® kinetic effector is a low-cost, rail-launched missile variant with a boost rocket motor and a turbine engine for high-speed Counter-UAS missions

Raytheon Missiles and Defense – Counter-UAS – has developed, and continues to advance, a portfolio of sensors, command and control systems, and effectors designed to detect and defeat complex threats across the battlespace – from “mud to space.”

RBC Bearings – founded in 1919 – international manufacturer and marketer of highly engineered precision bearings and products, which are integral to the manufacture and operation of most machines, aircraft, and mechanical systems, in order to reduce wear on moving parts, facilitate proper power transmission, reduce damage and energy loss caused by friction, and control pressure and flow. – manufactures products in all major categories – focuses primarily on highly technical or regulated bearings and engineered products for specialized markets that require sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities – 42 facilities of which 33 are manufacturing facilities in 5 countries, with a global network of sales engineers, distributors, and authorized agents

Re:Build Manufacturing – goal is to help revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming decades – building America’s next great industrial company – growing a family of businesses that combine cutting-edge enabling technologies and operational superiority in aerospace and defense, cleantech, health, industrial equipment, lifestyle, and mobility – expertise is in product innovation, advanced components, systems production, and industrial automation

Real-Time Innovations – infrastructure software company for smart-world systems – RTI Connext is the world’s leading software framework for intelligent distributed systems – Connext users can build systems that combine advanced sensing, fast control, and AI algorithms – 2,000 customer designs

Red Cat Holdings provides products, services, and solutions to the drone industry through its two wholly owned subsidiaries: Teal drones and Skypersonic – Teal Drones is one of only five companies selected by the Department of Defense in 2020 as approved small unmanned aerial system vendors for the U.S. government

RedTail LiDAR Systems – industry leader in the development of long-range MEMS mirror LiDAR sensor design and integration – performed LiDAR development projects for the U.S. Army, Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Homeland Security

Redwings – since 2007 – main base in Toluca International Airport – in 2015 started the construction of a modern, luxurious and functional FBO in Querétaro with the objective of complying with all international standards, always keeping the aircraft safe and profitable – luxurious, available and at the lowest possible cost to make your dreams come true – committed to offering Truly Personalized Private Flight Experience – exclusive FBO with 17,719.82 ft with a building of 2,598.43 ft of construction – MRO more than 3,700 Sq Ft of operating surface and own hangars

Regent – build all-electric seagliders for fast, safe, and low-cost coastal transportation – Viceroy Seaglider – wing-in-ground-effect craft that operates a few meters off the water’s surface and couples the high speed of an airplane with the low operating cost of a boat – built to the same safety standards of all modern aircraft and watercraft, the vehicle will service routes up to 180 miles with existing battery technology, and routes up to 500 miles with next-gen batteries, all via existing dock infrastructure – team of MIT-trained, ex-Boeing engineers are leveraging maritime vehicle development pathways to bring the zero-emission, high-speed seagliders to market by 2029

Regional Operations Center (ROC)

Offices of the FAA

Regulus – C-UAS – founded in 2016 – based in Israel – backed by investors: Sierra Ventures, Canaan Partners Israel, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, F2 Capital, btov Partners and SPDG Ventures – Regulus Cyber is an alumnus of the prestigious “Drive” and “The Junction” accelerators in Israel, and Plug and Play in the US

Reliable Robotics – more than 70 percent of fatal general aviation accidents in the US can be prevented with advanced automation systems – building technology that will make aviation safer and save lives – FAA certifiable system enables continuous autopilot engagement through all phases of flight, including auto-taxi, auto-takeoff and auto-landing – automation will significantly reduce controlled flight into terrain and loss of control in flight – advanced automation will also fundamentally transform how goods and people move around the planet – first demonstrated fully automated operation of regional cargo aircraft from departure gate to arrival gate – now working towards commercialization of technologies for FAR Part 23 cargo and Part 25 passenger vehicles

Render Security – helps numerous government and commercial clients plan, develop, implement, and sustain crucial public and private sector capabilities

ResilienX – in pursuit of a safer, more autonomous world – building the company and partnerships to get there

Revolute Robotics (link to website not active) – HMR is a new class of robots that can switch between flying and driving to collect data in places traditional robots cannot access – can operate longer than indoor drones and can navigate areas rovers can’t traverse – have the potential to reduce the cost and time of inspections by up to 95% while minimizing the need to put human lives in danger – founded by a serial entrepreneur with nearly a decade of drone industry experience and a robotics modeling expert who worked on hybrid aerial/terrestrial robots for NASA – company is working with a leading robotics development company to bring the product to life

Rheinmetall – integrated technology group – headquartered in Düsseldorf – strong in substance – successful internationally – active in various markets – innovative range of products and services – leading international systems supplier in the defense industry – driver of forward-looking technological and industrial innovations in the civilian markets – focus on sustainability – aims to achieve CO2 neutrality by 2035 – create the indispensable basis for peace, freedom and sustainable development: security

RIIS LLC – develop code, apps and custom software – develop teams, solutions and entire organizations – embedding with your staff or training and coaching them – exploring and mastering emerging technologies including drones, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Rise DFR VillageThe Ultimate UAS and Counter UAS Showcase and Training Facility – mission is to provide best-in-class testing, training, and demonstration grounds for the advancement and adoption of Drone First Responder (DFR) programs

RJC American IncJuly 2002, Louis set up a design studio in USA with only $300 and a team of four people – founded and registered as one trusted-worthy design company – served clients for mold designing & manufacturing business – created the world’s most comprehensive digital manufacturing offering for custom parts

Robin Radar – technology leader in tracking and classification of small objects – mission is to provide actionable information that increases safety and security for both humans and birds – combining purpose built radars with unique software algorithms – turning customers into ambassadors to achieve leadership in this market – also offer sophisticated logging and dispersal tools – with bio-acoustic technology forging a safer, more proactive future of bird control – top three most innovative Dutch companies

Robolink Inc – make robotics kits for students to learn about the joys and wonders of engineering, coding, and STEM – want to help more students learn about how technology can be used creatively to make the world a better place – mission is to empower educators and classrooms around the world with tools to help students explore the wonders of coding, engineering, and innovation through robotics by equipping educators with kits and suites of tools that don’t just make the learning fun, it also makes the teaching a delight

Robosys – leading provider of AI powered Maritime Autonomy and Smart Shipping software – 2 decades of experience –  VOYAGER AI software can transform a new or existing vessel into a fully autonomous Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), capable of independent navigation, autonomous collision avoidance, obstacle and anti-grounding with dynamic route optimization – use their own cutting edge AI and Machine Learning (ML) algorithms to provide scalable levels of autonomy, from Remote Control up to and including full IMO degree 4 Autonomy – VOYAGER AI can also provide Collision Avoidance Decision Aid (CADA) support which is COLREGs compliant, for a vessel’s master to enhance the safety, productivity and efficiency of a lean crewed ships – as an “Intelligent” Autonomous AutoPilot it can autonomously control a lean crewed ship – in a fully fledged USV, VOYAGER AI enables remote control & piloting, fully autonomous navigation and control including obstacle, collision and grounding avoidance utilizing the latest AI enabled vessel identification and perception systems

Robotic Research – leading provider of autonomy and robotic technology – driving the transformation of government and commercial autonomous operations through innovative and intelligent systems – providing autonomous vehicles to the military to keep the warfighter safe – delivering unmanned, transformable robots to extend the reach of Special Forces units – making commercial transportation safer and more efficient – leading this dynamic revolution in technology – for nearly 20 years

Robotic Skies – founded in 2014 – 250 independently owned and operated certified repair stations in its network, spanning 50 countries – comprehensive turnkey field service programs provide scalable local maintenance solutions that keep UAS operations safe and productive – professional maintenance, repair, and inspection programs to keep commercial and industrial unmanned aircraft systems flying safely and productively

Robotics 88 – solve climate and humanitarian challenges using autonomous robotic decision-making solution – specialize in efficient exploration and detailed mapping of cluttered forest environments using our proprietary, generalized decision-making algorithm – technology is designed to navigate through complex landscapes, enabling faster and more accurate collection of environmental data – algorithm adapts to various terrains and weather conditions, ensuring high reliability and performance in critical missions

RocketDNA – founded as Rocketmine – drone-based services company focused on providing contract mining services – evolved into a multi-industry geo-data & automation specialist – embraced the opportunity that drone technology offered – leveraging the safety concerns of open pit mining at the time – knowledge of aviation and regulatory procedures

Rohde & Schwarz Ardronis – global technology group – striving for a safer and connected world – Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity Divisions – creates tomorrow’s innovations today – leading-edge products and solutions empower industrial, regulatory and military customers to attain technological and digital sovereignty – successful shaper of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, 6G, cloud and quantum technologies – privately owned company – known for stability and resilience

Roland Berger – management consultants – founded in 1967 – linked to European heritage – helped craft a vision of independence flavored by ideals of diversity, inclusivity and open exchange – over 50 offices – 3000 colleagues – presence in all major markets – the only European consultancy with a strong international footprint – built the foundations of a strategic management consultancy owned and run by its people who feel responsible for the why, what and the how

Rotax Service Center / Lockwood Aviation Supply – low-operating costs – leading class power to weight ratio – well known reliability – Rotax aircraft engines are the first choice of more than 220 aircraft manufacturers worldwide – largest producer of gasoline aircraft engines in the world – during the last 40 years invested in continuous design and development of Rotax aircraft engines

Rotor Technologies – develops autonomous VTOL aircraft – in other words, “self-flying helicopters” – starting with hazardous missions where pilot fatalities are commonplace and moving towards the transformation of our daily lives with short-distance autonomous passenger and cargo transport

Rotor X Aircraft – Phoenix A600 Turbo is the world’s most affordable and capable two-seat helicopter – cruise speed of 95mph – range of 170 miles (or 320 miles with the extended range tank) – 655lb payload – perfect helicopter for both new and experienced pilots – 180hp turbo engine is more than enough power to pick up two heavy men with full fuel – offer transition training and free technical support – other resources such as third-party builder assist programs and access to CFI’s all over the country

RTC – Regional Training Center – cadre of accomplished course designers and facilitators who have joined together to address ongoing law enforcement and fire training shortfalls – driven by an ideological purpose to make public safety agencies the absolute best in the world at a cost that is true to taxpayers – non-profit and mission-centered – apply intelligent innovation and flexibility to bring consultation and course presentations to students that are affordable – every course facilitator has demonstrated a true mastery of course design and classroom facilitation – each instructor is vetted and brings the experience of having been sought by public and private sector entities because of their training prowess – each course has been carefully designed using a three-part process of research, instructional systems design built upon the 85% Rule©, and finally the creation of a complete and thorough total training documentation package

Ryder – leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions – strategic service partner for Workhorse Group Inc. (NASDAQ:WKHS) – Ohio-based battery-electric truck and drone manufacturer – exclusive maintenance provider for Workhorse’s entire light- and medium-duty range-extended electric vehicle fleet in North America – provides a combination of warranty and maintenance services as part of Ryder’s SelectCare fleet maintenance portfolio – serves as the primary distributor in North America for Workhorse’s E-100® and E-GEN® range-extended medium-duty vehicles

Ryse Aerotech – building the RYSE RECON – an ultralight eVTOL – built with purpose for people with purpose – so easy to operate — no pilot’s license is needed

 

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