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DAY 1
SEMINAR THEATRE 3 - COMMERCIAL
11:00 - 11:30
Nathan Bailey
Advanced Innovative Engineering (UK) limited
UAV Propulsion Technologies
With a huge variety of propulsion technologies now available to power UAVs ranging from traditional 2 Stoke reciprocating engines through to hybrid Wankel rotary systems and onto pure electrical battery and fuel cell systems (not to mention turbines), which power system is the best? Or, to be more specific, which power system is the best for your application, platform, and mission requirements?
11:45 - 12:15
Denis Grab
Manta Air- UAV parachutes & Airbags
Optimizing UAV Recovery Systems: Essential Design Parameters Explained
Explore crucial UAV recovery system parameters in this seminar. Delve into the selection and design considerations that impact UAV performance and safety. gain insights into optimizing designs through a detailed analysis of each parameter''s influence.
12:30 - 13:00
Hafeez Chaudhary
Agilica
Powering Automated Drone Operations in the Edge Spaces
Drone technology is revolutionizing offshore and inland industries, enhancing operational efficiency and economic potential. Automation is crucial to this advancement. Agilica UWB-based geolocation technology enables this automation delivering high-accuracy, high-throughput, and safe drone operations in all weather conditions and GNSS compromised areas, unlocking new possibilities in drone applications.
13:15 - 13:45
Daniel Stembridge
National Drone Hub
Developing the Supporting Evidence for an Operational Safety Case
An Operational safety Case (OSC) is required for anyone looking to operate an UAS in UK airspace. At the National Drone Hub we have the expertise, airspace and infrastructure to support you in developing this including allowing the test flights to verify the airworthiness of your system.
14:00 - 14:30
Siva Sai Siddartha Vadupu
UAV TECH PVT. LTD.
Overcoming Operational Challenges in High-Altitude Drone Logistics
This seminar explores the complexities of high-altitude drone logistics, focusing on operational challenges such as navigation, weather conditions, battery efficiency. It provides insights into innovative solutions and technological advancements that enhance drone performance and reliability in demanding environments, aiming to improve logistics efficiency and safety at higher altitudes.
SEMINAR THEATRE 4 - SURVEILLANCE
11:45 - 12:15
Aditya Sinha
Scura
Effective ISR with Scalable Swarm UAS
Large-scale, remote UAV surveillance capabilities are limited by operational autonomy and scalability. Swarm management systems capable of automated deployment, recovery, service, and storage of UAVs are effective at reducing troop saturation. Swarms unlock the capability of rendering real-time digital twins of a large geographic area for an effective ISR operation.
12:30 - 13:00
Maksim Drachov
Zubax Robotics
OpenCyphal: Three Easy Pieces
Modern drone systems are increasingly complex, and their battlefield effectiveness depends significantly on manufacturers'' ability to continuously evolve these systems. It is crucial that drone developers can quickly update sensors, actuators, and software as requirements change. OpenCyphal, an open-source project, provides a solution to this challenge.
14:00 - 14:30
Ángel Monllor
Embention Sistemas Inteligentes S.A
Flight Control for eVTOL: Unlocking Autonomous Flight
I will discuss the different options for autopilots and redundant systems. I will also discuss the different flight modes offered by autopilots (manual, autonomous and fly-by-wire), its integration into different vehicles and its certification process.
SEMINAR THEATRE 5 - FUTURE OF FLIGHT
11:00 - 11:30
Gary Cutts
UK Research and Innovation
Partnerships for Prosperity – Making The Leap to BVLOS Commercialisation
Whilst there are some really important global applications of BVLOS operations, we are yet to make the leap to widespread commercial application. The remaining challenges are not just technical, regulatory, economic or social desirability but an interdependent combination of all of these. We see the real opportunity as being broad-based partnerships to unlock the full potential of BVLOS and let the industry fly.
11:45 - 12:15
Morten Skov
Skypuzzler
Enabling Autonomous Drone Logistics
Imagine a puzzle in the sky where drones must navigate complex airspace without colliding with other drones or objects when transporting goods or performing tasks. Skypuzzler’s integrated Digital Air Traffic Control (iDATC) enables drones to fly safely and autonomously by providing clear paths and instructions through software-to-software communication without extra equipment to be installed on the drone.
12:30 - 13:00
Richard Ruiterkamp
Sovereign Autonomous Systems
Model-Based Autopilot Development
This seminar presents an approach for development of a drone autopilot using model-based development. The approach has been applied and flight tested on multiple drones, including aerobatic maneuvers. The seminar will address how development and simulation-based testing is used to show compliance to design objectives. Flight test verification demonstrates the effectiveness of the approach.
13:15 - 13:45
Zack Seymour and David Stone
Frazer-Nash Consultancy
UAS Pilot Competency: A Framework for Safe and Effective Operations
When conducting non-routine operations, flying organisations face the challenge of judging whether a pilot has the competence to conduct the operation. Often, we rely on a review of the experience of that pilot, but this leads to a wide margin of subjectivity. Frazer-Nash Consultancy have developed a novel framework for quantifying the competence of UAS pilots to enable safe and effective operations in these scenarios, and are unveiling at DroneX ahead of publishing it for open use.
14:00 - 14:30
David Majoe
Inteliports
Enhancing Drone Delivery Through Autonomous Infrastructure
A discussion on how autonomous infrastructure and enabling technologies can be used to accelerate drone deliveries in the UK, taking examples for completed and on-going initiatives this year including Future Freight and Future Flight Challenges.
DAY 2
SEMINAR THEATRE 3 - COMMERCIAL
11:00 - 11:30
Simon Muderack
Windracers
Delivering Outcomes with Windracers ULTRA
Simon Muderack will detail the projects delivered by and describe the rapid advancement of Windracers ULTRA, the low-cost self-flying cargo aircraft that addresses delivery, drop and detection use case across a variety of sectors including post and parcel, humanitarian, defence and environmental sciences.
11:45 - 12:15
Sam Redfern
RENK Test System GmbH
Validating UAM Electrical Distribution and Control Systems Through Ground Testing
As the world gets closer to realizing the dream of commercial electric flight, each of the platforms in development must now be put through rigorous testing and validation to prove their airworthiness. In order to mitigate risks to airframes associated with Iron bird testing and unmanned test flights, RENK Test System has developed comprehensive testing solutions for EPDS, Aircraft Control Systems and Measurement Systems to help companies get airborne .
12:30 - 13:00
Jonathan Robinson
RIEGL
Implementing Effective UAV LiDAR Solutions
Discover the key considerations for planning, deploying, and processing an effective LiDAR mission. Learn about RIEGL''s advanced Unmanned Laser Scanning (ULS) systems, which combine high-resolution LiDAR and imagery captured in a single flight. Enhance productivity and performance with RIEGL''s integrated professional sensor solutions, designed to optimize your workflows and deliver superior results.
13:15 - 13:45
Roman Stickler
Frequentis AG
Accelerated Drone Management
The rapid growth of drones in various sectors has made the need for UTM systems more evident than ever. As Frequentis, our goal is to ensure that these operations are integrated seamlessly, efficiently and safely. Drones are here to revolutionize various industries and unlocking entirely new opportunities. Drones are already contributing to general safety. Enabling such use cases requires accelerated drone Management.
14:00 - 14:30
Anthony Venetz
Across Safety Development Ltd
Getting Ready for SORA: Essential Insights for Drone Operators
In 2025, SORA will become the standard method for most CAA operational authorisations in the ''specific category''. Join this presentation to learn what SORA is, what the implications are for your business as a drone manufacturer or operator, and how to prepare for this major change in UK requirements.
SEMINAR THEATRE 4 - SURVEILLANCE
11:00 - 11:30
Maksim Drachov
Zubax Robotics
OpenCyphal: Three Easy Pieces
Modern drone systems are increasingly complex, and their battlefield effectiveness depends significantly on manufacturers'' ability to continuously evolve these systems. It is crucial that drone developers can quickly update sensors, actuators, and software as requirements change. OpenCyphal, an open-source project, provides a solution to this challenge.
11:45 - 12:15
Aditya Sinha
Scura
Effective ISR with Scalable Swarm UAS
Large-scale, remote UAV surveillance capabilities are limited by operational autonomy and scalability. Swarm management systems capable of automated deployment, recovery, service and storage of UAVs are effective at reducing troop saturation. Swarms unlock the capability of rendering real-time digital twins of a large geographic area for an effective ISR operation.
12:30 - 13:00
Kris Moell
Frost Unamanned
Eyes in the Sky - Navigating the Future of Drone Surveillance
This seminar explores the evolving role of drone surveillance, highlighting its potential to enhance security while addressing the significant privacy challenges it presents. Through real-world examples, such as the potential use in preventing high-profile threats, the discussion will focus on the future of UAV technology, the ethical dilemmas it raises, and strategies for balancing security needs with the protection of civil liberties.
13:15 - 13:45
Michael Oborne
Mission Planner
10+ Years of Mission Planner - The Past, The Present & Future
Discussion on Mission Planner, and what it means. Mission Planner is the backbone of many UAS operations, a powerful and pioneering software enabling the most complex UAS operations from simple flights to round-the-world missions, above and below the surface... a free, open-source, community supported application developed by Michael for the open-source APM autopilot project.
SEMINAR THEATRE 5 - FUTURE OF FLIGHT
11:00 - 11:30
Dr. Andrei Evulet
Jetoptera, Inc.
Fluidic Propulsion: A Breakthrough Solution for Advanced Air Mobility
Jetoptera's patented Fluidic Propulsive System employs an air turbocompressor and a pneumatic distribution system feeding a new type of ejectors. The FPS powers a propulsion system with no moving parts outside the fuselage, enabling a range of V/STOL aircraft with matchless speed, power and compactness, safety and silence for logistics, surveillance and EMT applications and it enables High Speed VTOL.
11:45 - 12:15
Rob Gloyns
Solent Transport
Solent FTZ - Investigating Drones for Medical Logistics
Solent Transport is delivering £28.8m worth of innovative sustainable transport trials through the Solent Future Transport Zone (FTZ) funded by the Department for Transport. Learn how our Solent FTZ Drones for Medical Logistics Project is researching how drones could be used to make medical logistics more efficient for the NHS, improving health outcomes and the quality of residents’ lives.
12:30 - 13:00
Paul Lewis
Verve Aero Ltd
How to Make a Composite UAV in 30 Minutes
Join us for a brief trip into the wonderful world of fixed wing UAV design, composite moulding, how its done and a look at how we inspire the next generation of makers and doers to become involved in the more practical hands on side of the industry. And yes we will make a part ifor a UAV n the 30 minutes of the talk.
13:15 - 13:45
Michele Travierso
Atmosoar
Drone Ops vs. Mother Nature: Who Will Win? Safer Flights, Healthier Bottom Lines
Flying drones face weather dangers that need smart, proactive management. In this engaging seminar, learn to tackle key weather issues swiftly with cutting-edge tools. Keep your team out of hotel rooms and in the field, boosting productivity and your bottom line. For novices, pros, team leaders, and asset owners alike, this session will equip you with the skills to outsmart any weather challenge and keep your drones soaring high!
14:00 - 14:30
James de Beauvoir-Tupper and Edwin Purnell
UK Civil Aviation Authority
UK SORA and Digitalising Specific Category Operations
CAA update on our progress on introducing UK SORA alongside our online Operational Authorisation (OA) application tool, which aims to deliver SORA OA''s by Q2 2025