Unusual Machines Adds Electronic Speed Controller to the Blue UAS Framework
Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) has announced the release of the Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC, marking its second component addition to the Blue UAS Framework. This electronic speed controller is designed for high-performance drones and is manufactured in the USA, meeting NDAA compliance requirements.
The Blue UAS Framework, established by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), provides trusted drone components for Department of Defense and government entities. The Brave 55A ESC is a 4-in-1 controller featuring 32-bit processors, compatible with the Rotor Riot Brave F7 flight controller.
The product will be available through the Rotor Riot store starting March, with enterprise customers able to place volume pre-orders. This launch reinforces Unusual Machines' position in providing NDAA-compliant components for the U.S. drone industry.
Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) ha annunciato il rilascio del Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC, segnando la sua seconda aggiunta di componenti al Blue UAS Framework. Questo controllore di velocità elettronico è progettato per droni ad alte prestazioni ed è prodotto negli Stati Uniti, rispettando i requisiti di conformità NDAA.
Il Blue UAS Framework, stabilito dall'Unità di Innovazione della Difesa (DIU), fornisce componenti drone affidabili per il Dipartimento della Difesa e le entità governative. Il Brave 55A ESC è un controllore 4-in-1 che presenta processori a 32 bit, compatibile con il controllore di volo Rotor Riot Brave F7.
Il prodotto sarà disponibile tramite il negozio Rotor Riot a partire da marzo, con i clienti aziendali in grado di effettuare preordini per ordini in volume. Questo lancio rafforza la posizione di Unusual Machines nel fornire componenti conformi alla NDAA per l'industria dei droni negli Stati Uniti.
Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) ha anunciado el lanzamiento del Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC, marcando su segunda adición de componentes al Marco Blue UAS. Este controlador de velocidad electrónico está diseñado para drones de alto rendimiento y se fabrica en EE. UU., cumpliendo con los requisitos de conformidad NDAA.
El Marco Blue UAS, establecido por la Unidad de Innovación de Defensa (DIU), proporciona componentes de dron confiables para el Departamento de Defensa y entidades gubernamentales. El Brave 55A ESC es un controlador 4 en 1 con procesadores de 32 bits, compatible con el controlador de vuelo Rotor Riot Brave F7.
El producto estará disponible a través de la tienda Rotor Riot a partir de marzo, con clientes empresariales que podrán realizar pedidos anticipados en volumen. Este lanzamiento refuerza la posición de Unusual Machines en la provisión de componentes conformes a la NDAA para la industria de drones de EE. UU.
Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC)는 Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC의 출시를 발표하며 Blue UAS Framework에 두 번째 구성 요소 추가를 알렸습니다. 이 전자 속도 조절기는 고성능 드론을 위해 설계되었으며, 미국에서 제조되어 NDAA 준수 요구 사항을 충족합니다.
DIU(국방 혁신 부서)에 의해 설립된 Blue UAS Framework는 국방부 및 정부 기관을 위한 신뢰할 수 있는 드론 구성 요소를 제공합니다. Brave 55A ESC는 32비트 프로세서가 탑재된 4-in-1 컨트롤러로, Rotor Riot Brave F7 비행 컨트롤러와 호환됩니다.
이 제품은 3월부터 Rotor Riot 스토어를 통해 판매되며, 기업 고객은 대량 사전 주문을 할 수 있습니다. 이번 출시로 Unusual Machines는 미국 드론 산업을 위한 NDAA 준수 구성 요소 제공에 대한 입지를 더욱 강화하게 되었습니다.
Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) a annoncé la sortie du Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC, marquant sa deuxième addition de composants au cadre Blue UAS. Ce contrôleur de vitesse électronique est conçu pour les drones haute performance et est fabriqué aux États-Unis, respectant les exigences de conformité NDAA.
Le cadre Blue UAS, établi par l'Unité d'Innovation de la Défense (DIU), fournit des composants de drone fiables pour le ministère de la Défense et les entités gouvernementales. Le Brave 55A ESC est un contrôleur 4-en-1 doté de processeurs 32 bits, compatible avec le contrôleur de vol Rotor Riot Brave F7.
Le produit sera disponible à partir de mars dans la boutique Rotor Riot, avec la possibilité pour les clients professionnels de passer des précommandes en volume. Ce lancement renforce la position d'Unusual Machines dans la fourniture de composants conformes à la NDAA pour l'industrie des drones aux États-Unis.
Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) hat die Einführung des Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC angekündigt, was die zweite Komponentenaddition zum Blue UAS Framework darstellt. Dieser elektronische Geschwindigkeitsregler ist für Hochleistungsdrohnen konzipiert und wird in den USA hergestellt, wodurch die Anforderungen der NDAA-Konformität erfüllt werden.
Das Blue UAS Framework, das von der Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) eingerichtet wurde, bietet vertrauenswürdige Drohnenkomponenten für das Verteidigungsministerium und Regierungsbehörden. Der Brave 55A ESC ist ein 4-in-1-Controller mit 32-Bit-Prozessoren und kompatibel mit dem Rotor Riot Brave F7-Flugcontroller.
Das Produkt wird ab März über den Rotor Riot-Shop erhältlich sein, wobei gewerbliche Kunden Volumen-Vorbestellungen aufgeben können. Dieser Launch stärkt die Position von Unusual Machines in der Bereitstellung NDAA-konformer Komponenten für die US-Drohnenindustrie.
- Second component successfully added to the Blue UAS Framework
- Expansion into government and defense market through DIU approval
- New product launch addressing NDAA-compliant market demand
- Domestic manufacturing capability established
- None.
Insights
The addition of the Brave 55A ESC to the Blue UAS Framework represents a strategic milestone in strengthening the domestic drone supply chain. The NDAA-compliant electronic speed controller fills a important gap in U.S.-manufactured drone components, particularly significant as the Defense Department moves away from Chinese-made parts. For context: most commercial drone ESCs are currently manufactured in China, making NDAA-compliant alternatives essential for military and government applications.
The product's 32-bit processor architecture and 55A current rating position it competitively in the high-performance segment, suitable for both defense and commercial applications requiring precise motor control and advanced flight capabilities. The March shipping timeline aligns with typical government procurement cycles, potentially capturing FY2025 defense budgets.
With two components now on the Blue UAS Framework, Unusual Machines is establishing a foothold in the $17 billion U.S. military drone market. This dual-component strategy significantly enhances their competitive position against other domestic manufacturers.
The domestic production of the Brave 55A ESC addresses a critical vulnerability in the U.S. drone supply chain. By manufacturing in the USA, Unusual Machines mitigates geopolitical risks and potential supply disruptions that have plagued the industry. The integration with their existing Brave F7 flight controller creates a vertically integrated ecosystem, reducing dependency on multiple suppliers and potentially improving margins.
Simple explanation: Think of it like building a car - instead of buying engines from overseas, they're now making both the engine control unit and the transmission locally. This means better quality control, faster production adjustments and no international shipping delays.
The enterprise pre-order option suggests confidence in production capacity and could lead to significant bulk orders from government contractors. This positions UMAC to capture market share in both commercial and defense sectors, potentially leading to recurring revenue streams through long-term supply contracts.
ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / January 17, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a leading innovator in drone technology with a current focus on U.S. based manufacturing and marketing of drone parts is pleased to announce the release of the Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC and its addition to the Blue UAS Framework. This product addresses the critical need for non-Chinese, NDAA-compliant components in the U.S. drone industry. Unusual machines now has two drone components placed on the Blue UAS Framework.
The Blue UAS Framework is a program established by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to provide the Department of Defense and other government entities with trusted, secure drone components that meet rigorous cybersecurity, performance, and regulatory standards. Products listed on the framework ensure compliance with federal requirements, such as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), reducing risks associated with foreign-made or unverified components. Inclusion in the Blue UAS Framework underscores Unusual Machines' commitment to supplying reliable solutions for government and defense applications.
The Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC is a 4-in-1 electronic speed controller designed to work seamlessly with flight controllers such as the Rotor Riot Brave F7. Built with 32-bit processors, the Brave 55A ESC efficiently sends current to Brushless DC Electric motors. The ESC is designed to meet the demands of high-performance drones requiring high motor output for high-speed flight and acrobatics. This product is manufactured in the USA and compliant with NDAA requirements.
"This product expands the market created by the Brave F7 flight controller and furthers our commitment to producing high-quality NDAA-compliant components at competitive prices," said Allan Evans, CEO of Unusual Machines. "The addition of the Brave 55A ESC further establishes us as a trusted partner for the U.S. drone industry."
The Brave 55A ESC will be available for retail sale through the Rotor Riot store, with shipping beginning in March. Enterprise customers can place volume purchase pre-orders by contacting purchasing@rotorriot.com.
Unusual Machines continues to support the American drone industry by prioritizing domestic manufacturing and compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
About Unusual Machines
Unusual Machines recently initiated U.S.-based manufacturing and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot e-commerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to Fact.MR, the global drone accessories market is currently valued at
For more information, visit Unusual Machines at https://www.unusualmachines.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 including our development of a manufacturing business and becoming a leading provider of U.S.drone parts. The words "believe," "may," "estimate," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "should," "plan," "could," "target," "potential," "is likely," "will," "expect" and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The results expected by some or all of these forward-looking statements may not occur. Factors that affect our ability to achieve these results include our ability to manufacture and sell U.S. made drone parts and compete with sale of non-Chinese made drone parts, our ability to expedite the development and deployment of these critical FPV components the impact of the economy on our B2C market including future inflation and a possible recession, the continuation of the wars in Ukraine, and the Middle East, governmental delays, the impact of future U.S. trade policy, any possible U.S. government action taken as a result of the recent surge of drones in New Jersey and elsewhere, and the Risk Factors contained in our with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 17, 2024. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether because of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
Contact:
CS Investor Relations
917-633-8980
investors@unusualmachines.com
SOURCE: Unusual Machines, Inc.
View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
FAQ
When will Unusual Machines (UMAC) begin shipping the Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC?
How many components does UMAC now have in the Blue UAS Framework?
What are the technical specifications of UMAC's new Brave 55A ESC?
How can enterprise customers pre-order UMAC's Brave 55A ESC?
What makes UMAC's Brave 55A ESC compliant with government requirements?
