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Technology developer TTP plc has announced the upcoming launch of Gotonomi at the Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas. Gotonomi will provide low size, weight, and power satellite terminals for uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) as flight trial development kits to partners. The terminals are compatible with Viasat’s Velaris global connectivity solution and have been developed as part of the Iris air traffic modernization program, led by the European Space Agency (ESA) and powered by Viasat’s ELERA satellite network.

Velaris enables secure communications for commercial UAVs to fly Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) and seamlessly integrate with commercial aircraft. It allows operators to send their UAVs on long-distance flights and access various applications, including real-time monitoring, to ensure safe integration with air traffic.

Gotonomi’s terminals, once connected to the Velaris service, will offer a constant 200kbps secure datalink between vehicles, remote operators, and UAV Traffic Management (UTM) systems. Users can choose between three initial variants: Velaris 200, Velaris Module, and Velaris Multi-link Module.

The hybrid connectivity of these terminals provides low-latency, high-speed 4G communications backed by a resilient satellite connection almost anywhere on the planet, enabling seamless connectivity through intelligent data routing.

TTP’s Head of Satellite and Space, Tristan Barkley, expressed the desire for Gotonomi to play a leading role in the growth of universal communications for autonomous vehicle safety. Anthony Spouncer, Viasat’s Senior Director of Advanced Air Mobility, commended the launch of Gotonomi by TTP and highlighted the unique combination of long-range communications capability onboard UAVs that Gotonomi customers will have access to.

In addition to satellite terminals, Gotonomi aims to contribute to the development of safety products and services for autonomous and remotely piloted vehicles on land, sea, and air. One such example includes systems that will aid detect and avoid (DAA), a crucial element for the safe operation of UAVs in commercial airspace.

To learn more about becoming a flight trial partner or for additional information, visit www.gotonomi.com. Gotonomi will be exhibiting at Commercial UAV Expo on booth 717 from September 5-7, 2023, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, USA.

About Gotonomi:
Gotonomi’s mission is to enable always-on connectivity for autonomous and remotely piloted vehicles, making safe and scalable beyond visual line of sight operations a reality. They are dedicated to creating a comprehensive toolbox for safe autonomous operations on land, sea, and air. Their miniaturized communication system, designed by TTP, will bring satellite and cellular connectivity to smaller and lighter-weight UAVs, enabling BVLOS safety, telemetry, data services, voice, and video streaming.

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