Martin UAV, now a Shield AI company, is a manufacturer specializing in advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and associated flight control software. Their flagship product, the V-BAT, is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) UAS known for its single-engine ducted fan design, long endurance, and ability to operate in confined spaces. The V-BAT has been utilized by the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and international customers for missions like surveillance, reconnaissance, and counter-narcotics operations, demonstrating its capabilities in both land and maritime environments. Key partners and customers include the U.S. Department of Defense and international military entities.
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Ruben Martin, CEO of Martin UAV, stated that an aircraft without AI will be sidelined against adversaries with electronic warfare and anti-air systems.
Shield AI has signed a final agreement to acquire Martin UAV, an aerospace company known for its V-BAT unmanned aircraft.
Martin UAV's V-BAT is designed to address the needs of the warfighter in an evolving landscape.
Martin UAV was one of thirteen respondents to the Navy's Mi2 Challenge.
Martin UAV and L3Harris Technologies were down selected to compete in a technology demonstration at the Yuma Proving Grounds in Yuma, Arizona.
Martin UAV aims to deliver a leading edge ISR technology with operator input included.
Broadhead Consulting provided support and expertise to Martin UAV throughout the UAS offering process.
Winning the Mi2 Challenge provides Martin UAV a clear path for continuing development efforts.
Martin UAV was founded in 2015.
The Navy selected Martin UAV's V-BAT for a VTOL UAS prototyping and development effort.
The combination of the Martin UAV V-BAT and the Kongsberg MIDAS system will allow Coast Guard vessels to expand their surveillance range for search and rescue missions and iceberg movement surveillance without manned aircraft.
The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) AIRWorks selected Martin UAV to participate in the Mi2 Technology Demonstration live event at the Yuma Proving Grounds between Nov. 30 and Dec. 18, 2020.