UAE's growing military might
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Partnership Berkut Aero-Adcom System to create the first Russian drone attack helicopter
Moscow, Russia - The projects involve the retrofitting of the Berkut VL
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Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investments Company (ADASI) – already known as a reliable one-stop solution provider within the autonomous systems industry is now focused on further development and evolution of our core activities. Based in the UAE, but capable of acting across the SAMENA region, ADASI’s scope includes the acquisition, development, test, operation, training and full service support of autonomous systems for air, land and sea use. This includes modification and reconfiguration of unmanned systems, in particular identifying and integrating alternative payloads. A subsidiary of Tawazun Holding, ADASI’s beginnings can be traced back to early 2007. Since then we have been developing our activities to take a leading position amongst our peers.
Through our concerted efforts in support of the United Arab Emirates Government, as well as with our partners, we strive to develop and strengthen the nation’s technological capabilities.
Autonomous systems are ideally suited for any task that is difficult, dangerous or dirty. In recognition of this key characteristic, our scope, level of expertise and creative ideas are being tailored to seamlessly merge the latest innovations of robotics and autonomous systems with emerging strategy and policy in our region, while maintaining the necessary ethical standards. Ultimately, the achievements of ADASI will yield regional benefits for years to come.
As well as being for military use, there is a civilian version that can travel at a cruising speed of 100kph and reach heights of 1,500 metres.The Martin Jetpack, which was showcased at Idex yesterday, is a collaboration between Emirates Advanced Research and Technology Holding (Earth), Khalifa University and the New Zealand-based Martin Aircraft Company.
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Moscow, Russia - The projects involve the retrofitting of the Berkut VL
(WAPA) - Berkut Aero and Adcom Systems are planning to create a partnership for the design and the development of the first Russian UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, a remote-piloted aircraft) attack helicopter.
The cooperation was confirmed at "RIA Novosti" by Dmitry Rumyantsev development director of the aerospace company: the programme involves the utilization of the Berkut VL helicopter, and then perform a retrofit to transform it in an unmanned aircraft.
The Berkut VL is a coaxial two-seat helicopter, with a weight of 740 kg, a 174-hp engine which allows the aircraft to reach a maximum speed of 174 km/h. The range is 380 km. The helicopter is currently under production in Tolyatti, in Central Russia.
"The absence of a tail rotor means the helicopter is much safer and if compared to a classical type helicopter it is uses less energy and has less drag", Berkut’s chief designer Valentin Malkin claimed.
It is also planned the creation of a version with a 150-hp Lycoming engine, called Berkut VL-M (the "M" stands for "Modernized"). The more powerful propulsor will allow the helicopter to reach a maximum speed of 185 km/h, with a range of 820 km/h and an operating ceiling of 4100 m.
Adcom Systems is a company based in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), whose activities include manufacturing of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, air traffic control radar systems and advanced communication systems. (Avionews)
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Abu Dhabi Tawazun's UAV arm
Through our concerted efforts in support of the United Arab Emirates Government, as well as with our partners, we strive to develop and strengthen the nation’s technological capabilities.
Autonomous systems are ideally suited for any task that is difficult, dangerous or dirty. In recognition of this key characteristic, our scope, level of expertise and creative ideas are being tailored to seamlessly merge the latest innovations of robotics and autonomous systems with emerging strategy and policy in our region, while maintaining the necessary ethical standards. Ultimately, the achievements of ADASI will yield regional benefits for years to come.
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World's first practical civilian jetpack goes on sale for Dh367,300
As well as being for military use, there is a civilian version that can travel at a cruising speed of 100kph and reach heights of 1,500 metres.The Martin Jetpack, which was showcased at Idex yesterday, is a collaboration between Emirates Advanced Research and Technology Holding (Earth), Khalifa University and the New Zealand-based Martin Aircraft Company.
It will be available to adventure lovers who have a spare US$100,000 (Dh 367,300) in their pockets.
Martin Aircraft is undertaking a two-year period of testing and development alongside Earth and Khalifa University. The latter is involved in developing and improving the control systems for the unmanned military version of the device.
Martin Aircraft said the jetpack could be deployed for search and rescue missions, rapid response, ship-to-ship or ship-to-shore transfer, or even for hopping across to your own private island.
James Bowker, the design engineer and test pilot on the project, said the rescue capabilities of the machine had been a key element in its design.
"We could bring a medic to a situation rapidly. We have seen a lot of interest in that area," he added.
The jetpack is powered by petrol and allows for vertical take-off and landing thanks to two powerful fans. Flight times last up to 30 minutes.
Added features include a ballistic parachute that deploys should the engines fail. Mr Bowker said there had been a great deal of interest in the device, not only from companies but also from individuals looking to use it for recreation and to "fly the dream".
"Hopefully in the next two years, you'll be able to buy your own jetpack," he said.
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