SYDNEY: Nanoveu Limited (ASX: NVU), a leader in advanced semiconductor and materials science technology, announced a two-phase evaluation program for its ultra-low-power ECS-DoT system-on-chip (SoC) aimed at enhancing drone flight endurance and enabling real-time artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
The program, led by Nanoveu’s subsidiary EMASS, seeks to demonstrate significant improvements in energy efficiency and onboard AI processing for commercial drones.
Key Developments:
– Phase 1, currently underway, uses hardware-in-the-loop testing with the PX4/Gazebo platform to validate performance metrics, including a targeted 1.2x to 1.3x increase in flight time, a 15–25% improvement in energy efficiency, and up to a 50% reduction in data uplink requirements.
– Phase 2 will involve live drone trials to assess real-world applications, such as infrastructure inspection, autonomous landing, and swarm coordination.
– The ECS-DoT chip operates on less than 1 milliwatt of power, making it suitable for battery-limited drones and other edge devices.
The global drone market is projected to reach $163 billion by 2030, with Australia alone expecting 60 million annual drone flights by 2043. High-growth applications include delivery services, emergency response, and infrastructure monitoring.
“This phased approach ensures measurable outcomes,” said Dr. Mohamed M. Sabry Aly, founder of EMASS. “Phase 2 will take ECS-DoT from the lab to the skies, proving how embedded AI can transform UAV performance.”
Mark Goranson, CEO of Nanoveu’s Semiconductor Division, added, “ECS-DoT is a leap forward in energy-efficient AI. Its applications extend beyond drones to wearables, IoT sensors, and spatial computing.”
A technical report detailing the evaluation’s findings will be released, with EMASS seeking collaborations with aerospace integrators and research institutions.
Nanoveu specializes in advanced semiconductor and visualization technologies, including its EyeFly3D platform for glasses-free 3D experiences and Nanoshield™, an antimicrobial film for industrial and consumer applications.