AeroVironment
AeroVironment designs, develops, and deploys uncrewed aerial, ground, and loitering munitions systems, as well as advanced autonomy and mission software for defense, security, and exploration applications. The company has a track record of pioneering innovations in robotics, high-altitude platforms, and planetary flight systems, delivering scalable and adaptable technologies for complex and demanding missions across multiple domains.
AeroVironment
Patents
Systems and methods for distributed control computing for a high altitude long endurance aircraft
2025-09-30 • US-12430958-B2
View DetailsMethods and systems for cloud-based management of images captured by aerial vehicles
2024-03-05 • US-11919639-B2
View DetailsGeographic survey system for vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
2022-01-04 • US-11216015-B2
View DetailsMethods and systems for cloud-based management of images captured by aerial vehicles
2021-10-26 • US-11155348-B2
View DetailsWhat We Do
Group 2 vertical take-off and landing uncrewed aerial system with modular design, multiple payload support, and autonomy for challenging environments.
Group 3 VTOL unmanned system with multi-fuel, multi-payload capability, modular architecture, and AI-driven autonomy for cross-domain operations.
Catapult-launched, runway-independent fixed-wing UAS with long endurance and high payload capacity for multi-mission defense applications.
Vertical take-off and landing uncrewed aircraft with long endurance and flexible payload integration for ISR and tactical surveillance.
Lightweight, hand- and bungee-launched UAS delivering multi-mission flexibility, extended endurance, and advanced navigation for ISR in complex environments.
Rugged unmanned ground vehicle with telescopic manipulator, dual-track drive, and secure IP mesh communications for hazardous ordnance disposal and materials handling.
Man-portable loitering munition designed for multi-domain launch, enhanced endurance, anti-armor strike capabilities, and onboard AI-based target recognition and autonomy processing.
All-terrain unmanned ground vehicles with precision manipulators, autonomous operation, multi-sensor video integration, and secure communications for hazardous tasks.
Autonomous, software-defined uncrewed aircraft for one-way precision attacks in high-threat, GPS-denied and communications-contested environments with AI-based target detection.
Hand/bungee-launched Group 2 UAS with up to 6.5 hours endurance, modular sensor integration, and multi-mission capability for land and maritime ISR.
All-electric helicopter UAS with compact foldable frame, up to 2 hours endurance, heavy-lift capability, and designed for ISR and strike in harsh environments.
Versatile all-electric helicopter UAS with modular payload bay and extended endurance, supporting ISR and communications for defense and industrial use.
Advanced helicopter platform for rapid planetary exploration, resource survey, and landing site analysis for future Mars missions.
Flight-proven solar-powered rotorcraft that demonstrated aerial robotics in extraterrestrial conditions, achieving the first powered flight on another planet.
Medium-range, man-portable loitering munition featuring autonomous edge computing for target recognition and modular open-system architecture for future upgrades.
AI-driven, modular software platform for multi-domain command, control, perception, and intelligence with real-time threat prioritization and interoperability.
Miniature loitering ISR system deployable from submarines, ships, and vehicles, delivering real-time EO/IR video and cross-domain C2 relay for maritime and joint-force operations.
Backpackable, rapid-deployment loitering munition system with modular payload options for fragmentation and anti-armor effects, EO/IR sensors, and wave-off/recommit capability.
Hand-launched unmanned aircraft system for low-altitude ISR, featuring lightweight design, autonomous navigation, and EO/IR payload for day/night reconnaissance.
Service vehicles and mobile checkpoints designed to transport, operate, and support ground robotics and field operations, including armor-plated and CBRNE configurations.
Provides operator training, mission planning, maintenance, logistics, and sustainment for autonomous systems.
ISR operational support including flight operations, mission planning, and on-site sustainment with certified remote pilots and OEM-trained staff.
Provides spare parts, repairs, upgrades, and global supply chain management for fielded uncrewed system fleets.
Application Area
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Key People
Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
President, Autonomous Systems
President, Space, Cyber & Directed Energy
Senior Vice President, Cyber and Mission Solutions
Executive Vice President, MacCready Works
News & Updates
Successfully deployed advanced loitering munitions in active conflict zones, recognized by global defense communities.
First operationally fielded directed energy laser weapon system by U.S. Department of Defense.
Eight unmanned air vehicles displayed at the Smithsonian Institute for contributions to aerospace engineering.
Awarded $95.9M contract to deliver FE-1 for U.S. Army's Long-Range Kinetic Interceptor (LRKI) Program.
Partnership to advance medium unmanned aircraft systems for the Republic of Korea.
Named Lead Software & Systems Integrator for Human-Machine Integrated Formations Project.