The Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS), in collaboration with the University of North Dakota’s Aerospace Foundation (UNDAF), has announced the continued expansion of Vantis, as the system inputs data from a privately owned system for the first time. The Vantis system is built on a technology-agnostic architecture, allowing it to integrate a wide range of sensors, radars and communication tools from various manufacturers.
This latest development marks the integration of the DeTect HARRIER radar system at UND’s Gorman Field.
Grand Forks is home to UND, which has an accredited UAS degree programme. With Vantis infrastructure now active in the region, UND students will have direct access to operational beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) systems, hands-on training opportunities and collaboration on real-world research and development projects.
The integration of two radar systems operating simultaneously in the Grand Forks converge area aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of airspace awareness. “By combining data from multiple sensors, operators gain a more complete, real-time picture of manned aircraft activity,” NPUASTS said. “This layered approach strengthens safety, improves detect-and-avoid capabilities, and supports more advanced UAS operations.”
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