Galvin Widjaja
CEO
Created Date
Dec 23, 2024
Using Skyla: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enabled System To
Control Multiple Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
TEXAS, Austin – Lauretta AI LLC announces it has been selected by AFWERX for a SBIR Phase I contract in the amount of USD $74,958 focused on Skyla: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enabled System to Control Multiple Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force (DAF). The Air Force Research Laboratory and AFWERX have partnered to streamline the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) process by accelerating the small business experience through faster proposal to award timelines, changing the pool of potential applicants by expanding opportunities to small business and eliminating bureaucratic overhead by continually implementing process improvement changes in contract execution. The DAF began offering the Open Topic SBIR/STTR program in 2018 which expanded the range of innovations the DAF funded and now on 15th December 2023, Lauretta AI LLC will start its journey to create and provide innovative capabilities that will strengthen the national defense of the United States of America.
The partnership not only marks a significant milestone in video analytics advancement but also reinforces the value of independent, groundbreaking solutions in the pursuit of security excellence.
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About Lauretta AI LLC
Founded in 2016, Lauretta is a pioneer in behavioral AI, employing state-of-the-art deep learning and computer vision technology to address the evolving demands of smart buildings and critical infrastructure for the next generation. Leveraging pre-existing camera systems, we unveil the individuals associated with events in a physical environment, enabling real-time response capabilities. Lauretta.io is not just another AI company; we are committed to shaping the future responsibly and consider every individual that walks past a camera as our stakeholder. We welcome you on this journey of innovation, security, and ethical advancement. As we persistently push the boundaries of AI technology, our aim is to redefine industry standards and contribute to a technologically advanced and ethically grounded future.
About AFRL
The Air Force Research Laboratory is the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force. AFRL plays an integral role in leading the discovery, development, and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for our air, space and cyberspace force. With a workforce of more than 12,500 across nine technology areas and 40 other operations across the globe, AFRL provides a diverse portfolio of science and technology ranging from fundamental to advanced research and technology development. For more information, visit afresearchlab.com.
About AFWERX
As the innovation arm of the DAF and a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory, AFWERX brings cutting-edge American ingenuity from small businesses and start-ups to address the most pressing challenges of the DAF. AFWERX employs approximately 325 military, civilian and contractor personnel at six hubs and sites executing an annual $1.4 billion budget. Since 2019, AFWERX has executed 4,697 contracts worth more than $2.6 billion to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base and drive faster technology transition to operational capability. For more information, visit: afwerx.com.
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Galvin Widjaja
CEO
