Radar product portfolio expanded with the launch of DAA technology for drones

Cambridge Sensoriis has extended its product portfolio by releasing RadarAware, an obstacle detect-and-avoid system that supports beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. This strategic addition strengthens the company's deep expertise in radar antenna design and augments UAV operational capabilities for mission-critical operations.

Weighing less than 500 grams, RadarAware is believed to be the most compact and power-efficient solution available. The system features no moving parts, fully electronic beam steer antenna arrays, and is optimised to meet the low SWaP requirements of civil UAVs.

The system collects and collates comprehensive data for many parameters, including range, elevation, bearing, and relative velocity, and features an inbuilt tracker. The system has been designed for seamless integration with host flight controllers through its API, providing quick deployment across various UAV platforms.

Steve Clark, CEO of Sensoriis, said: "The UAV industry is evolving quickly and RadarAware and its detect and avoid/detect and intercept capabilities are a direct result of customer requirements. We are already conducting flight testing with early adopters and have customer orders in the pipeline. RadarAware is the first in a series of additional devices we are planning to launch this year with increasing detection ranges up to 2,500 metres."

Mike Hall, CTO of Sensoriis, added: "The true benefits of radar superiority over other detection systems have not yet been fully realised because of size, weight, and cost limitations. RadarAware, however, could be a game changer for the UAV industry because its versatility lends itself to a range of applications, including Detect-and-Avoid (DAA) and airspace management in vertiports, or interceptor missions."

The system marks a notable breakthrough in obstacle detection and collision avoidance technology, positioning the company as a key player in the DAA market. The system's advanced capabilities align seamlessly with its flagship ARC solution, designed to support precision landing and radar-based tethering in adverse weather, low/bright light, poor visibility conditions, or areas without GNSS.

With the release of RadarAware, the company continues to lead the way in radar innovation. The company's advanced radar technology is set to transform BVLOS operations for UAVs, providing the unparalleled safety, reliability, and efficiency required to drive drone deployments at scale.

RadarAware will be unveiled at Xponential Europe, stand 1E21/Hall 1, 18-20 February 2025.