ISS Aerospace, a UK-based innovator of cutting-edge Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS), has unveiled their new tube-launched WASP M4-TL tactical UAS.
The WASP UAS offers a game-changing, cost-effective capability enhancement for a wide range of users in the defence and security sectors, such as time critical detector and effector missions.
The launcher is portable and deploys in three seconds, and can be operated by a person or remotely mounted on a vehicle, infrastructure, or ship. The platform is equipped with a high-performance gimbal mounted EO/IR camera with range finder, and a modular payload system of up to 1.5kg. With resilient communications, the WASP system can deliver real-time imagery and hand-over of control options.
The WASP system is re-usable and can be stored for many years while remaining ready for rapid use. The WASP is capable of swarming and a broad range of operational uses, including situational awareness and threat assessment, C-sUAS, ground or maritime force protection missions, and urgent medical delivery.
Ryan Kempley, CEO and Founder of ISS Aerospace said: “WASP has benefitted from substantial in-house R&D and is now a viable prototype, ready for rapid iteration to meet customer needs. We are excited by the opportunities for WASP and envisage substantial interest in its further development and exploitation.”
The WASP and the range of ISS Aerospace SENSUS UAS will be on display at DSEI in Excel London on 12 – 15 September 2023 (DSEI stand H2-894).
ISS Aerospace owns the patent for this concept and can develop the system to meet specific requirements. WASP will be exploited under license for defence and security applications by ISSOS Technologies Ltd, a UK company.
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