This track focuses on the foundational technology elements that drive the performance, reliability and sustainability of unmanned/uncrewed and autonomous vehicle systems across all domains. Attendees will gain insights into next-generation components including sensors, actuators, communication systems, propulsion technologies, energy storage solutions, as well as advances in materials science and manufacturing.
Topics span additive manufacturing, modular and repairable design, lightweight and high-strength composites, power and thermal management and emerging battery chemistries. Discussions emphasize optimization, durability and sustainability, highlighting how innovations in component engineering and materials enable scalable, efficient and mission-ready autonomous systems
Keywords: composites, advanced materials, additive manufacturing processes, propulsion technologies, energy storage solutions, batteries, modular design, lightweight structures, communications, sensors, vision systems, AI-enabled components, drive systems, thermal management, sustainability, manufacturability, reliability and durability optimization
