Teledyne FLIR OEM announces Dragoon is utilizing Prism Supervisor and Prism SKR software for AI-driven object detection, tracking, real-time autonomy flight control, and mission planning in its long-range unmanned platform prototypes under Project Artemis, a Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) program.
Project Artemis is a program that aims to test and deploy long-range loitering weapons capable of operating in highly disputed electromagnetic settings in significant numbers. Dragoon is one of four Project Artemis teams entrusted with demonstrating low-cost, versatile, long-range unmanned aerial systems (UAS) vehicles that have the ability to increase operational flexibility.
Prism SKR is a best-in-class automatic target recognition (ATR) software that offers a drop-in solution for the FLIR Boson® thermal camera module, meeting the seeker requirements of the Dragoon UAS platform.
It runs effectively at the edge on low-power embedded processors and supports both infrared (IR) and visible camera data. Prism SKR provides real-time target position, identification, direction of motion, and aim-point localization, which guide the platform’s autonomous flight system through numerous activities.
When combined, Prism Supervisor improves mission readiness by offering end-to-end autonomy and mission oversight. It interfaces smoothly with Dragoon’s onboard autopilot system, providing real-time decision-making capabilities and an easy-to-use mission planning interface.
The improved autonomy of Prism Supervisor closes the loop between the on-board navigation subsystem and real-time AI-based observations, improving UAS operational capabilities while minimizing operator intervention and burden.
Leadership Comments
“The integration of Dragoon’s Cinder unmanned aircraft—our low-cost, long-range platform—and Teledyne FLIR’s OEM Prism software unlocks new, highly autonomous mission capabilities in complex environments,” said Jason Douglas, co-founder of Dragoon Technology. “By combining our platform and payload with Teledyne FLIR’s autonomy, we offer an ideal solution for the DIU Artemis project.”
“Dragoon selecting Prism software for its Project Artemis work underscores our ability to deliver mission-critical capabilities for national defense,” said Jared Faraudo, vice president of product management and programs, Teledyne FLIR OEM. “Prism SKR and Supervisor are purpose-built to enable Dragoon’s unmanned systems to perform in demanding battlefield environments, ensuring reliable performance when it matters most.”
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