SUNNYVALE, Calif., and MANASSAS, VA, January 30, 2018 – Aurora Flight Sciences is collaborating with Socionext Inc., a top expert in radar sensor technology, to provide a patent-pending radar-enabled collision protection system for consumer drones.
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The Radar Flight Control Module (RFCM) is comprised of a single-chip 24GHz radar with range measurement software. The radar responds acutely to its surroundings and can detect multiple objects, objects in open spaces, target distance and speed, and more. The RFCM provides distance, warning and braking signals to the flight controller through a simple interface, allowing for integration on a wide range of drone products. When installed, the RFCM acts to prevent head-on collisions with everyday obstacles in the drone’s path.
“Aurora’s decades of experience in autonomy and systems integration, paired with Socionext’s engineering expertise, resulted in the joint development of the Radar Flight Control Module,” said John Langford, Aurora CEO. “Preventing collisions is vital for safe drone operation, and this technology is an excellent solution.”
“Socionext, a leading expert in radar sensor technology, and Aurora, a world class system integrator in flight sciences, have joined forces to develop and refine the RFCM for a robust radar collision protection system," said Tsutomu Nozaki, CMO at Socionext Inc. "The two companies plan to continue working together to provide the best solutions for a wide range of aircraft Systems used in commercial, surveillance and communication, mission critical, experimental and exploration applications."
The RFCM is available in small, lightweight and low-power packages designed specifically to meet the demanding needs of small drones. The RFCM will be available for sale through Socionext. Contact us to learn more.
Visit Socionext site for additional information on the 24GHz RF Sensor
About Aurora Flight Sciences
Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is a world leader in the development of highly autonomous aircraft. Our mission is to change the way we travel by applying autonomy and robotics to the development, production and operation of advanced aircraft. Aurora is headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, and operates production plants in Bridgeport, WV, and Columbus, MS. Aurora has Research and Development Centers in Cambridge, MA, Dayton, OH, and Mountain View, CA; and a European office, Aurora Swiss Aerospace, located in Luzern, Switzerland. For additional information visit www.aurora.aero.
About Socionext America Inc.
Socionext America Inc. (SNA) is the US branch of Socionext Inc., one of the world’s leading fabless SoC suppliers. Headquartered in Milpitas, California, the company provides leading-edge technologies and offers a wide range of standard and customizable SoC solutions. Socionext America meets customers' requirements with quality semiconductor products based on extensive and differentiated IPs, proven design methodologies, and state-of-the-art implementation expertise, with full support.
For product information, visit our website, e-mail [email protected] or call 1-844-868-1795. For company news and updates, connect with us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.
About Socionext Inc.
Socionext Inc. is a global SoC (System-on-Chip) supplier and a pioneer of a unique “Solution SoC” business model through decades of industry experience and expertise. Socionext contributes to global innovation in advanced technologies including automotive, data center, networking, and smart devices. As a trusted silicon partner, Socionext delivers superior features, performance, and quality that differentiate its customers’ products and services from their competition.
Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its development and sales activities. For more information, visit https://www.socionext.com/en/.
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Sherry Chen
Socionext America Inc.
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