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Drone manufacturer SYPAQ Systems has announced it will collaborate on the design, manufacture and qualification of high-performance protective cases with Pelican Products for the Corvo X Mission System.
The collaborative partnership with Pelican will reportedly deliver durable, deployable packaging solutions for the Corvo X Mission System under the Australian Army’s DEF 129 Uncrewed Aerial System Program.
The packaging solutions are designed to enhance protection while optimising space and weight to support mobility and field readiness.
“This partnership with Pelican demonstrates our commitment to reducing both the physical and cognitive load on Defence operators,” SYPAQ managing director and chief executive officer Amanda Holt said.
“These systems are relied upon to deliver a safe, secure capability advantage in the harshest of operational conditions – working with Pelican to design a packaging solution that protects the technology whilst minimising the space and weight of the system is key to its operational effectiveness.”
Working in a collaborative environment, the partnership combines SYPAQ’s innovative and world-leading Corvo X SUAS with Pelican’s proven expertise in protective cases to deliver a SUAS transport hard case built from the Pelican iM2975 Storm Travel Case and integrating a custom-engineered shock mitigation system to transport the Corvo X Mission System.
The Corvo X Mission System will consist of two Corvo X Air Vehicles, two ground control stations and additional ancillaries for field support.
As part of this innovative collaboration, SYPAQ and Pelican have co-designed and developed a soldier-packable foam case to enable the individual transport of Corvo X air vehicles within a warfighter’s backpack.
Engineered for optimal mobility and minimal space and weight, the case combines SYPAQ’s advanced design capabilities with Pelican’s industry-leading expertise in protective solutions. The result is a lightweight yet durable system that delivers exceptional protection built to withstand Australia’s toughest conditions.
“This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Australia’s sovereign capability and ensuring mission-critical equipment arrives ready for use,” said Justin Evans, Pelican Products Australia custom case solutions business manager.
“By combining SYPAQ’s innovative Corvo X SUAS with Pelican’s proven expertise in ruggedised protective packaging, we’ve engineered a protective system that safeguards Corvo X throughout transport and deployment, while supporting the mobility and efficiency of Australian soldiers in the field.”
Earlier this week, SYPAQ also announced it would partner with Amiga Engineering in a strategic agreement for sovereign production of Corvo X.
Amiga Engineering could assist with manufacturing from their metal and polymer additive manufacturing service bureau in Australia. In addition, Amiga Engineering is Australia’s only certified company to metal 3D print in Scalmalloy.
“Our team is honoured to support SYPAQ in the manufacturing of components for Corvo X, by leveraging advanced materials such as Scalmalloys and cutting-edge production techniques to help bring their innovative design to life,” said Dee Bourchier, Amiga Engineering head of media and marketing.
