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Airspeed Electronics Ltd
Advanced acoustic drone detection and tracking system for wide area deployment and autonomous operation
About Airspeed Electronics Ltd
Airspeed Electronics specializes in advanced drone detection and tracking systems, leveraging acoustic sensors to address vulnerabilities in traditional RF and EO sensor-based systems. The company's flagship product, MANTIS, offers robust, wide-area deployment capabilities in complex environments, providing full tracking of multiple targets and autonomous operation. This system can function as a standalone solution or be integrated into layered Counter UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) systems through common data interfaces. Airspeed Electronics primarily serves defense and security sectors, focusing on clients who require reliable and scalable drone detection solutions. The company operates in the global defense and security market, utilizing a B2B (business-to-business) model. Revenue is generated through the sale of its MANTIS system and related services, including installation, integration, and ongoing support.
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| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRANT✓Other financing | Apr 2020 | $462K | — | Defence and Security Accelerator | — |
| GRANT✓Other financing | Apr 2019 | $131K | — | Defence and Security Accelerator | — |
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Defence and Security Accelerator
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