AeroVironment, Inc. designs, develops, and produces unmanned aircraft systems and efficient energy systems for various industries and governmental agencies. The company offers small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) that provide intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, including tracking, combat assessment, and geographic data to the small tactical unit or individual war fighter. The small UAS wirelessly transmit critical live video and other information generated by their payload of electro-optical or infrared sensors, enabling the operator to view and capture images on a hand-held ground control unit. AeroVironment also provides spare equipment, alternative payload modules, batteries, chargers, Internet-enabled customer support, and refurbishment and repair services for small UAS. In addition, the company offers PosiCharge fast charge systems that recharge industrial vehicle batteries while they remain in the vehicle during scheduled breaks and other times when the vehicle is not in use; electric vehicle test systems used to test batteries, electric motors, and fuel cell systems; and contract engineering services to internal and external customers. It sells its products to organizations within the Department of Defense, government customers, and commercial customers. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Monrovia, California.
$19.72 (03/11/09)
