Flir Systems reinforces its security proposal with the purchase of drone manufacturer Prox Dynamics

After its acquisition, the developer and manufacturer of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) nano-class will now integrate Flir's Lepton sensor technology to offer an intelligent surveillance and reconnaissance solution to the security and military industry.

The acquisition by Flir Systems from the Norwegian nano-drone manufacturer Prox Dynamics has involved an investment of about 134 million dollars in cash, as announced by the company, whose objective is to improve and extend its range of Flir Airbone sensors and Lepton technology.

This is what Andy Teich has pointed out, president and CEO of FLir Systems: “This acquisition adds a unique capability in unmanned aerial systems technology (UAS) to our portfolio. The Prox Dynamics team has created a differential solution that now incorporates our Lepton sensor for advanced intelligence, surveillance and recognition that fits with our vision of growth in this market”.

In this sense, Flir will invest in improving flexibility, performance and cost of the personal recognition platform (Personal Reconnaissance System – PRS) by Prox Dynamics in which its Black Hornet system is framed (an unmanned nano helicopter), with an airborne sensor and hand controller for this pocket-sized device that a soldier can hand-launch in the field, providing a significant advantage in mission planning.

Black Hornet uses Flir's Lepton technology, with micro thermal cameras, visible spectrum cameras, Advanced low-power rotor technology and proprietary flight control software, among others, which make it one of the lightest and safest remote-controlled helicopters on the market, offering a highly advanced surveillance solution, especially useful for traditional and forward military forces and lifesaving for traditional military forces and special operations forces.