Multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation – Participation in a technological challenge

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

This program, part of the European Defence Fund, invites participants to a technological challenge focused on multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation. Its main objective is to advance Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) capabilities for EU Member States' armed forces, particularly in GNSS-denied or non-permissive environments, thereby strengthening Europe's defence technological and industrial base.

Who is Funded

This section provides an overview of the entities eligible for funding under the Multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation challenge, detailing specific applicant types, geographical scope, and the strategic objectives the program aims to achieve for European defence.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that qualify for funding under the drone navigation challenge, along with details on eligible costs and the developmental stages of supported innovations.

Type and Scope of Funding

Discover the financial details of the Multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation program, including the type of financial support, available funding amounts, and the expected project timeframe.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules and specific conditions governing participation in the Multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation challenge, covering application stipulations, collaboration guidelines, and key operational provisions.

Application Procedure

This section details the structured steps for submitting applications to the Multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation challenge, including guidance on the submission process and how selection decisions are communicated.

This section establishes the legal and foundational documents that govern the Multi-sensor integration for robust autonomous drone navigation funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

20,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

20,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

05.11.2024

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union Member States and associated countries, including Austria, Cyprus, Greece, Hungary, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, and Turkey.

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Feasibility Study, Prototyping

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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