Frequently asked questions

Yes, our swarms are capable of collaborative navigation, on-board processing and local decision-making without a permanent link to an operator.

Yes, to a certain extent. Our current algorithms already support operations in GNSS-denied environments for several minutes, or over distances of a few kilometers, depending on mission conditions. Our approach combines several complementary technologies, including visual odometry, terrain recognition, and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) positioning. A distinctive element of our solution is the use of collaborative UWB-based localization within the swarm. We are actively working toward full GPS-free flight capability, by day and by night, with availability expected in 2027. This work is supported by our participation in European defence initiatives such as SWARMER, as well as by patented UWB-based collaborative positioning technology described in French patent application FR3151667A1.

Battery life depends on the model, ranging from 7 minutes (very fast drones) to 70 minutes (Parrot Anafi UKR), optimized for rapid and coordinated missions.

Icarus Swarms focuses on true collaborative swarm behavior, not just multiple drones flying at the same time. Its systems are designed for coordinated missions, autonomous task execution, and intelligent cooperation between robotic assets.

Yes. ORUS is designed so that a single operator can prepare, launch, and supervise multiple simultaneous missions through a centralized command-and-control interface.

Yes. Icarus Swarms develops software for challenging environments, including degraded GPS conditions. ORUS also includes synchronized take-off logic designed to support safe operations even in poor GPS environments.

Yes. Icarus Swarms develops optimized AI algorithms designed to run efficiently on lightweight robotic platforms with constrained onboard computing resources.

Yes. ORUS is a multi-domain system designed to orchestrate robotic assets across air, land, and maritime environments within a unified command framework.

No. ORUS is designed to support UAVs, USVs, and UGVs, allowing operators to coordinate heterogeneous robotic assets within the same mission system.

ORUS is built for large-scale missions and has demonstrated the ability to operate massive swarms with more than 3,000 airborne drones simultaneously.