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Autonomous Ecology

Autonomy Where GPS Ends

Modular active-sensor + autonomy stack for UAS navigation in GPS-denied, obstacle-rich environments.

Our Approach

Modular

Attach our sensor and autonomy package to existing UAS platforms, enhancing capabilities without replacing your current systems.

Fit-to-Purpose

Customizable configurations to meet specific mission requirements, from defense applications to environmental monitoring.

Scalable

From single-drone deployments to multi-unit fleets, our technology scales to meet operational demands across diverse environments.

Use Cases

Our technology enables autonomous navigation in challenging environments for both defense and environmental applications.

Carbon Quantification

Precise measurement of forest carbon stocks for climate markets and conservation initiatives.

Wildfire Fuel Mapping

Detailed mapping of vegetation density and structure to assess wildfire risk and plan mitigation strategies.

Forestry Planning

Under-canopy surveys for sustainable timber harvest planning and forest management.

The Glasswing™ Stack

Our integrated hardware and software solution enables autonomous navigation in GPS-denied, obstacle-rich environments.

Sensors

  • 3-D LiDAR for long-range planning and mapping
  • High-resolution IR depth cameras for sub-centimeter obstacle detection
  • Inertial measurement units for position tracking
  • Modular design for mission-specific configurations

Perception & Control

  • Real-time sensor fusion algorithms
  • Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM)
  • Deep learning-based obstacle avoidance
  • Adaptive flight control systems

Mission Autonomy

  • High-level mission planning and execution
  • Autonomous route optimization
  • Adaptive behavior based on environmental conditions
  • Secure data collection and transmission
Sensors
Perception & Control
Mission Autonomy
LiDAR mapping of forest understory

LiDAR mapping visualization of forest understory

Our Traction

Milestones and funding that are accelerating our development and deployment.

2024

USDA NIFA Seed Award

Secured $300,000 funding for Project Clearwing to validate technology for precision forest carbon measurement.

2024-2025

Field Validation

Conducting field tests across nine-hectare plots in Arizona for fire-fuel mapping and timber-harvest planning.

2025

DoD STTR Phase I

Pending approval for autonomous route-planning, personnel recovery, and encrypted under-canopy ISR for INDOPACOM and AFSOC.

2026

Commercial Deployment

Planned rollout of Glasswing™ technology for commercial and defense applications.

Our Partners & Supporters

Northern Arizona University
Wright Brothers Institute
Katalyst Space Technologies
USDA