Category: Aerospace & Defence
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Aaronia has introduced magnetic RF connector systems at IMS 2026. The technology supports tool-free high-frequency connections, adapter sets, calibration workflows, and faster reconfiguration of microwave and millimetre-wave measurement setups.
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Kontron has introduced a rugged TSN switch for defence networks. CERES-TSN combines deterministic Ethernet, optical interfaces, secure management, and European-controlled manufacture.
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Xiphera is joining Finland’s SecureSoC programme for trusted semiconductor systems. The project links hardware cryptography, RISC-V design, AI-assisted verification, and supply-chain resilience.
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Legacy aerospace and satellite platforms face rising connectivity demands. Filtronic CTO Tudor Williams explains how solid-state power amplifiers can replace travelling wave tube amplifiers, improving reliability, reducing maintenance, and enabling higher-throughput links without the cost and complexity of full platform redesigns.
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Robin Radar has extended maritime drone detection to moving vessels. IRIS OTM at Sea adds radar sensing for ports, harbours, offshore assets, and naval infrastructure.
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Agile Analog and Xiphera are joining physical and cryptographic protection. Their collaboration combines anti-tamper sensor IP with post-quantum cryptographic cores.
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Keysight has expanded RF analysis options for wideband validation work. The XA5 and XA6 platforms target wireless, radar, and spectrum operations.
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Commercial UAV production is creating new pressures on battery development strategies. As manufacturers move from low-volume engineering programmes to repeat production, battery packs must deliver more than performance alone, requiring manufacturability, traceability, testing rigour, and supply chain resilience to support sustainable growth.
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DroneShield has moved counter-UAS manufacturing into Europe for sovereign supply. The first European-built system supports regional demand for AI-enabled drone detection.
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Microchip’s Nantes facility now supports tougher aerospace semiconductor qualification demands. Class Y capability strengthens advanced packaging routes for aerospace and defence devices.