Quantum Systems and Fraunhofer FHR enter into strategic partnership to integrate state- of-the-art radar technology into UAVs
Quantum Systems – a leading European manufacturer of AI-powered ISR systems for defense, public safety, and industry, and the Fraunhofer-Institute for High Frequency Physics and Radar Techniques (FHR), one of Europe's leading research centers for radar and high-frequency technologies, announced their strategic partnership at today's Wachtberg Forum.
This collaboration marks a significant step in the development and integration of state-of-the-art high-frequency and radar components into Quantum Systems‘ UAV platforms. As part of a joint research and technology study with the German Armed Forces Technical Center 81, the integration of an innovative mmW-SAR sensor (millimeter-wave synthetic aperture radar) into the Trinity Pro platform is being tested. This sensor was developed at FHR. This technology enables weather-independent, high-resolution radar imaging with synthetic aperture, thereby significantly expanding the platform’s ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) sensor capabilities.
The partnership also opens possibilities for future cooperation in the areas of radar signal processing, radio detection, interference-resistant radar, and electronic countermeasures. Signature measurement and radar cross section (RCS) will also be crucial for the further development of these technologies. Quantum Systems also plans to set up a research and development office in Rheinbach near Bonn, in close proximity to Fraunhofer FHR, in order to further develop its expertise in the field of RF (radio frequency) and radar sensor technology.
Prof. Stefan Brüggenwirth, Head of Multifunctional RF and Radar Systems at FHR, comments on this partnership: „Florian Seibel and I got to know each other during our doctoral studies at the University of the Federal Armed Forces in Munich. With this cooperation agreement, we are creating a strong, long-term partnership. Our goal as the Fraunhofer Institute is to make our research results effectively usable for industry and to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).”
Florian Seibel, Co-CEO of Quantum Systems, adds: “We are excited to establish SAR, EW, and RCS in the field of drones together with the FHR in Germany. I am confident that we will be able to develop innovative products and successfully offer them on the global market in the near future.”
About Quantum Systems
Quantum Systems is at the forefront of AI-powered aerial robotics, developing a family of smart systems that go far beyond traditional drones. Our advanced electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS), combined with our Drone Port solution, are designed to deliver automated actionable aerial intelligence. Built on a foundation of in-house software and AI, our systems transform aerial data into critical insights, empowering decision-making across security, defense and public safety, as well as for the commercial, industrial and GIS sectors.
Featuring cutting-edge technology like edge computing and real-time AI-driven data processing, Quantum Systems enables operators to make informed decisions with unmatched speed and precision. Our solutions bring aerial intelligence to your fingertips, automating the entire process—from deployment to data analysis.
Founded in 2015 and headquartered at Special Airport Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich, Quantum Systems operates globally with locations in the United States, Australia, Ukraine, Romania, UK and Lithuania. Our German-engineered technology is trusted worldwide, paving the way for a new era of data-driven solutions.
About Fraunhofer FHR
Fraunhofer FHR is one of Europe’s leading and largest research institutes in the field of high-frequency and radar technology. The institute develops customized concepts, processes, and systems for electromagnetic sensor technology ranging from microwaves to the lower terahertz range for its partners.
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