Axon Vision announced a strategic cooperation agreement with Leonardo DRS to pursue opportunities in advanced situational awareness, lethality, and survivability, with a focus on Counter-UAS (C-UAS) solutions for the U.S. defense market. The partnership responds to growing demand for on-platform AI capabilities supporting force protection and platform modernization.
The agreement positions both companies for participation in large-scale U.S. programs seeking proven, scalable, AI-enabled defense solutions.
Strategic Cooperation For The U.S. Market
Under the new Memorandum of Agreement, the cooperation between the companies leverages Leonardo DRS’ deep operational experience, advanced sensors and system integration capabilities along with Axon Vision’s AI-based perception and autonomy technologies.
Together, the companies aim to deliver turnkey, next-generation combat systems that deliver low latency, high bandwidth sensor data management, enhance crew awareness, and enable automated threat engagement, focusing on C-UAS.
This synergy underscores a shared commitment to enhancing mission effectiveness, protecting lives and delivering technological superiority on the modern battlefield.
Integrated AI And Multi-Sensor Capabilities
The collaboration builds on an ongoing relationship between the two companies and a shared commitment to enhancing mission effectiveness, protecting lives and delivering technological superiority on the modern battlefield.
Together the companies have jointly developed and demonstrated operational solutions embedding Axon Vision’s AI-based perception and automation capabilities into Leonardo DRS’ range of integrated multi-spectral, multi-function C-UAS mission packages, which include radar, electro-optical and infrared advanced sensors, rugged AI-ready processors, and both kinetic and non-kinetic effectors.
Recent Demonstration And Platform Applications
The most recent demonstration came at the Association of the United States Army’s exposition showcasing unmanned ground vehicle platforms hosting modular, reconfigurable Leonardo DRS mission payloads integrated with Axon Vision’s AI solutions for aerial threat detection & defeat and AI-enhanced smart remote-controlled weapon station capabilities.
The combined offering is designed to significantly enhance a platforms’ lethality, autonomous operation, and situational awareness.
Leadership Perspectives
“We are excited to solidify our relationship with Axon by integrating advanced mission equipment packages with their AI-driven Counter-UAS and smart RCWS capabilities. It represents a decisive leap forward in manned and unmanned ground combat effectiveness,” said Aaron Hankins, senior vice president and general manager of the Leonardo DRS Land Systems business unit.
“By combining real-time aerial threat detection, autonomous or man-on-the-loop engagement, and enhanced situational awareness, this solution delivers unmatched lethality and operational superiority.”
“We are proud to partner with Leonardo DRS, a trusted and highly capable leader in the U.S. defense industry,” said Ido Rozenberg, president, CTO & co-founder of Axon Vision.
“This collaboration marks a significant step in bringing Axon Vision’s advanced AI solutions to the U.S. defense market. Together, we are delivering a true powerhouse solution for combat vehicles, combining world-class sensing and integration with cutting-edge AI to enhance lethality, survivability, and overall battlefield dominance.”
Founded in 2017 by Ido Rozenberg, Raz Roditi, and Michael Zolotov, Axon Vision is a provider of AI-based operational systems for the defense sector. It delivers perception, autonomy, and situational awareness solutions that are currently trusted by the IDF and other armed forces worldwide. https://www.axon-vision.com
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the focus of the Axon Vision and Leonardo DRS partnership?
It is focused on delivering AI-enhanced Counter-UAS and situational awareness solutions for the U.S. defense market.
What technologies are being combined?
Axon Vision’s AI perception and autonomy technologies are being integrated with Leonardo DRS’ sensors, processors, and weapons systems.
Where was the solution demonstrated?
It was showcased at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) exposition on unmanned ground vehicle platforms.
What capabilities does the integrated system provide?
It enables real-time aerial threat detection, enhanced situational awareness, and automated or man-on-the-loop threat engagement.
Is this solution intended only for manned vehicles?
No. It is designed for both manned and unmanned ground combat platforms.