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SwarmOS™

Built by Palladyne AI · United States

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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The SwarmOS™ is a Research robot developed by Palladyne AI (United States).

Robo Index

B

Weak evidence

4 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 4 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%64/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%26/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

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Overview

SwarmOS™ enables coordinated operation of multiple drones or robots, leveraging collective intelligence for enhanced mission effectiveness in various applications.

Buyer decision signals

Deployments

2 known operators in United States

Palladyne AI / Palladyne Defense, Draganfly

Viability

est. 1983

Northern Strike 26-2 swarm autonomy validation invited

Price

Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Specifications

Category: Research
Payload
90.7 kg
Autonomy
fully autonomous
Price
Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
1983

Detailed specifications

Compute1
Ros Compatible
true
Other12
Price Tier
unknown
Applications
security_patrol
Company Country
US
Navigation Type
autonomous cross-platform coordination / distributed autonomy
Deployment Notes
Patented swarming and autonomy software for multiple autonomous systems (drones, robots, sensors) to work together as a coordinated heterogeneous swarm; described as a force multiplier for defense and commercial applications.
Youtube Video Id
skt3cOzqC8k
Compatible Vision
unknown
Industries Served
defense, commercial robotics, environmental monitoring, industrial warehouse management, agricultural automation
Software Platform
SwarmOS
Countries Available
unknown
Programming Interface
code_python,code_ros
Additional Information
Performs security verification using a security service to protect against malicious bots.,AI-powered security robots designed for autonomous patrolling and monitoring.,Uses advanced AI and machine learning algorithms for real-time threat detection and prevention.

Who runs it· deployment evidence

2 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.

Verified — maker-confirmedReported — in a public source, not maker-confirmed

Company milestones

  • Apr 2026DeploymentNorthern Strike 26-2 swarm autonomy validation invited
  • Mar 2026PartnershipDraganfly and Palladyne AI complete SwarmOS integration
  • Feb 2026DeploymentIntelliSwarm first flight on Banshee with SwarmOS
  • Jan 2026MilestonePalladyne AI awarded U.S. Air Force swarming contract
  • Dec 2024DeploymentFirst small-drone autonomous tracking flight

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the SwarmOS™?
The SwarmOS™ is developed by Palladyne AI, based in United States.
What type of robot is the SwarmOS™?
The SwarmOS™ is a Research robot made by Palladyne AI.
How much does the SwarmOS™ cost?
Pricing for the SwarmOS™ is not publicly listed — contact Palladyne AI for a quote.

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