SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

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Welcome to ARXO Defense Technologies

ARXO Defense Technologies is redefining modern warfare through the development of fully autonomous UAV systems engineered for maximum battlefield supremacy.

Originally founded to support U.S. ground forces—particularly Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Army Rangers, and forward-deployed units

ARXO specializes in compact, soldier-carried drones designed to stealthy and intelligently recon hostile zones and autonomously intercept military-grade UAV threats. With the Olympus AI Command Suite at the core, each drone operates with unmatched situational awareness, evasive agility, and coordinated strike precision.

Field-tested in physics-based simulations against top-tier enemy platforms, ARXO drones are built to protect the warfighter, dominate the airspace, and survive the counterstrike. We don’t follow the evolution of defense—we redefine it, with a new class of drone. "Combat-Evasive"

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Engineered Supremacy. REAPER Model

The REAPER model is ARXO’s flagship autonomous drone platform—engineered with stealth geometry, 9G evasive Burst Dart technology, and Interceptor speeds to outclass real-time threats. Outfitted with directional EMP emitters, advanced sensor arrays, and quantum-assisted targeting, REAPER outpaces legacy UAVs like the MQ-9 Reaper and Bayraktar TB2 in speed, agility, and survivability. It's not just a drone—it's an apex predator in the sky.

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What makes ARXO Defense Technologies uniquely suited for today's and tomorrow's Drone warfare?

ARXO is not merely a drone manufacturer—we are the originators of the **Combat Evasive** class: compact, fully autonomous UAVs engineered to fight and survive in the most hostile operational theaters. Our systems are designed specifically for dismounted warfighters, capable of recon, threat engagement, and evasion without operator oversight. With proprietary AI (Olympus), directional EMP arrays, and 9G Burst Dart systems, ARXO platforms outpace conventional drones in agility, survivability, and autonomous threat response—delivering a tactical advantage that evolves in real time.

How does ARXO’s technology align with DoD priorities and SBIR Phase I objectives?

ARXO is built to directly address DoD capability gaps identified in both SBIR solicitation topics and real-world threat assessments—particularly in **UAV swarm defense, tactical AI deployment, and autonomous force protection for special operations**. Our soldier-assist Reaper units are cost-contained, and domestically sourced—aligned with SBIR Phase I’s emphasis on feasibility, commercialization potential, and national security relevance. Our systems have no reliance on foreign software, supply chains, or off-the-shelf autonomy modules, ensuring ITAR/EAR compliance and full mission assurance.

What distinguishes ARXO’s autonomous systems from other defense drone companies?

Unlike traditional platforms that bolt AI onto surveillance drones or rely on operator piloting, ARXO builds autonomy into the DNA of the craft. **Olympus**, our modular AI suite, functions as a digital chain of command—coordinating recon, targeting, defense, and navigation in real time. With self-defensive logic (HADES), directional EMP targeting, and omni-acoustic detection, our drones think and react independently under battlefield stress. Combined with our focus on soldier-carried form factors, ARXO’s UAVs are in a class of their own: compact, sovereign, and war-ready.

Can ARXO drones operate independently in denied, degraded, or contested environments where other systems fail?

Yes—and that’s precisely what they were designed for. ARXO drones require no continuous operator input, satellite comms, or cloud dependency. The **Olympus AI system** interprets sensor data locally, enabling autonomous recon, threat classification, targeting, and engagement—even in GPS-denied or signal-jammed environments. Paired with **HADES**, our embedded failsafe AI, the drone can continue its mission for up to 3 minutes during full system blackout—ensuring no warfighter is left exposed due to comm loss or AI failure.

How does ARXO address the growing threat of drone-on-drone warfare in forward operations?

ARXO’s **Combat Evasive-class UAVs** were born from this exact threat scenario. Enemy drones—especially swarm-class and loitering munitions—now pose a top-tier danger to boots on the ground. ARXO solves this with real-time drone interception capability, directional EMP arrays, evasion bursts (up to 9G), and autonomous re-engagement logic. While other systems detect or observe, **ARXO intercepts, disables, and survives**—functioning as both forward recon and onboard drone defense for the individual soldier or fireteam.

What prevents ARXO’s technology from being reverse-engineered or replicated by adversaries?

Our systems are engineered with *layered IP protection**across physical design, embedded firmware, and AI logic architecture. The Olympus AI modules operate under black-box compartmentalization, with each core (ZEUS, ARIES, IRIS, etc.) functioning semi-independently and encrypted. Additionally, hardware-based security protocols like the **Sentinel Shield** and faraday-guarded fallback AI (HADES) ensure that if a unit is captured or tampered with, it cannot expose internal code, targeting libraries, or autonomy functions. ARXO drones are not just hard to match—they’re impossible to clone under battlefield conditions.

How does ARXO’s solution reduce the tactical burden on soldiers operating in high-stress combat zones?

ARXO drones are designed to function as autonomous teammates—not tools. With **zero piloting required**, the Reaper-class UAVs handle reconnaissance, aerial threat detection, and interception independently, freeing up the soldier to focus on mission objectives, not drone management. Whether guarding a flank, scouting ahead, or neutralizing loitering threats, the drone deploys, tracks, and reacts on its own. This **offloads mental fatigue, reduces situational blind spots**, and ensures that small units don’t require external air support to protect themselves. This is a ground first Initiative.

What battlefield gaps does ARXO fill that current DoD UAV programs leave exposed?

The current defense ecosystem lacks **combat-capable, soldier-deployable autonomous systems** that can accompany dismounted troops. Most DoD UAVs are either too large, too reliant on operators, or purely observational. ARXO fills this critical void with **high-speed, low-signature, weapon-integrated drones** that are compact enough to carry but intelligent enough to fight. With the rise of hostile drone swarms, lone-wolf kamikaze UAVs, and ISR saturation, ARXO offers **point-of-contact air superiority** for the operator on the ground—something no Tier 1 force should go without.

How scalable and adaptable is ARXO’s platform for future military integrations?

ARXO’s modular design philosophy ensures rapid scaling across multiple mission sets and units. Olympus AI is built as a **core-deployable architecture**, capable of syncing with external drone fleets, defense systems, or future DARPA-backed enhancements like Morpheus or Iceman. Whether it’s outfitting 10 drones for a special ops team or deploying hundreds as autonomous recon mesh for infantry divisions, ARXO adapts without retraining or manual reprogramming**. It’s future-proof autonomy, mission-flexible from Day One.

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ARXO Defense Technologies

ARXO Defense Technologies

Fully-Autonomous Next-Gen Combat-Evasive & Recon Tactical Drones

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

Your Partner for UAv Tactical Solutions

Welcome to ARXO Defense Technologies

Contact Us

NEW TECH - ARXO Defense

Engineered Supremacy. REAPER Model

The Olympus System

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Us

Drop us a line!

Come visit our Office

ARXO Defense Technologies

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ARXO Defense Technologies

Fully-Autonomous Next-Gen Combat-Evasive & Recon Tactical Drones

SBIR Topic 21.3: Autonomous Drone-Based Threat Detection & Neutralization in Contested Environments

Your Partner for UAv Tactical Solutions

Welcome to ARXO Defense Technologies

Contact Us

NEW TECH - ARXO Defense

Engineered Supremacy. REAPER Model

The Olympus System

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Us

Drop us a line!

Come visit our Office

ARXO Defense Technologies

Hours

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