Unmanned Vehicle Systems (UVS)
As part of the diversification and expansion of industry in Alberta, Canada, a strong Unmanned Vehicle Systems sector is emerging. This innovative technology is expected to grow tremendously in the coming years because of its wide-ranging applications for military and commercial use.
Alberta expertise in UVS development
Alberta is a Canadian leader in the development of unmanned vehicle technology. Companies in the province have expertise related to various facets of unmanned vehicle systems development, with especially strong skills in:
- avionics, navigation systems
- control systems
- global positioning systems
- systems integration
- wireless communications
Alberta is using this leadership and expertise to further the sector's growth and development.
Alberta representation in the global UVS community
Alberta is an active member of the global UVS development community. In North America, the province has representatives serving on the board of directors of Unmanned Vehicle Systems Canada (UVS Canada) as well as the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), a non-profit industry association based in the United States.
Alberta is also a member of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (UVSI), based in Paris, France.
For more information about UVS industry associations Alberta is part of, see:
- Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI)
- Unmanned Vehicle Systems Canada (UVS Canada)
- Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (UVSI)
UVS education and training
Education and training are critical to developing the highly skilled workforce needed to advance UVS technology. Alberta educational institutions like the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary provide a full range of professional engineering programs.
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University of Alberta
The University of Alberta offers advanced robotics and teleoperation training through its electrical and computer engineering program. See:
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University of Calgary
Specializes in geomatics engineering, mechanical and manufacturing engineering, and computer science. See:
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The DeVry Institute of Technology
The Devry Institute of Technology in Calgary offers training in robotics technology. See:
