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SwarmOS™

Built by Palladyne AI · United States· Launched 2024

Updated Sep 2026·methodology

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35.9/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%80/100
Funding12%Not counted yet
Company age8%100/100
Other robots6%41/100
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Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet

Overview

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

Key specs

  • Built for security patrol
  • Used across defense, commercial robotics and environmental monitoring
  • Navigates using autonomous cross platform coordination / distributed autonomy
  • Programmed through python and ROS
  • Compatible with ROS

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Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
90.7 kg
Fully autonomous
2024
Research platform

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Applications
security patrol
defense, commercial robotics, environmental monitoring, industrial warehouse management, agricultural automation
Movement & precision1
autonomous cross-platform coordination / distributed autonomy
Controls & integration4
Yes
Compatible Vision
unknown
Software Platform
SwarmOS
code python,code ros
Buying & support2
unknown
Countries Available
unknown

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 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

Palladyne AI in the news

the maker

8 events · last 12 months

  • Oct 7Federal Ammunition, Mossberg, and Palladyne AI Launch Joint Development of SwarmShot™, a Modular Autonomous Airborne Counter-UAS System
  • Sep 17Palladyne AI and FANUC America Partner to Expand the Reach of Intelligent Robotic Automation
  • Sep 8Palladyne AI and FANUC America Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Intelligent Robotic Automation

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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.
When was the SwarmOS™ launched?
The SwarmOS™ was launched in 2024.

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