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Liberaware's New Initiative in UAV Development

Liberaware, based in Chiba City, has officially announced its commitment to developing domestic unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms aimed at enhancing disaster response and the security of vital infrastructure. Leveraging its existing expertise in small drone technology tailored for indoor and challenging environments, including areas with limited GPS capabilities, the company plans to expand its applications beyond industrial inspections to include solutions for disaster response and national security.

Background of the Initiative

This new direction aligns with Liberaware's mission to create a safer society for everyone. The company has established itself in providing inspection and survey solutions using domestically produced drones in specialized environments such as confined spaces and poorly lit areas. Given the recent increase in severe natural disasters, the deterioration of critical infrastructure, labor shortages, and changing international relations, the significance of UAV technology in disaster relief and critical infrastructure maintenance has never been more apparent. These technologies facilitate essential tasks including monitoring, surveillance, and response actions in dangerous and difficult environments, which all share a common goal of reducing human risk.

To achieve this, Liberaware believes it is essential not only to enhance drone performance but also to lay the groundwork for mass production encompassing design, quality control, parts procurement, maintenance, continuous supply, information management, and building a resilient domestic supply chain. Preserving competitiveness of domestically produced drones is vital, necessitating an extensive industrial base that includes everything from component development and communication systems to quality management.

In light of these considerations, Liberaware aims to evolve its expertise in small drone technology, special environment applicability, remote operation, and data analytics into a robust foundation capable of supporting dual-use UAV systems that serve disaster response and vital infrastructure maintenance purposes.

Overview of Business Development

This initiative is focused on strengthening domestically produced UAV capabilities, promoting their societal implementation, and establishing sustainable supply structures. Plans include developing, manufacturing, selling, and supporting operations for products and solutions centered around domestic UAVs. The intended applications range from disaster zones to important facilities and infrastructure, leveraging the techniques Liberaware has honed over the years.

It also involves proactively addressing future societal challenges tied to safety and security through UAV technology, ensuring that airspace remains secure and that capabilities for information gathering and monitoring are developed in collaboration with relevant enterprises and institutions.

Building a Domestic Supply Chain and Collaborative Framework

As highlighted, enhancing the competitiveness of domestic UAVs and facilitating their societal integration requires not only development capabilities but also high reliability, quality control, consistent supply, and effective maintenance support. Building upon its existing knowledge in indoor small drone development and specialized operational environments, Liberaware will foster collaborations with companies and institutions involved in communication systems, electronic devices, components, manufacturing, quality assurance, and support services. This cooperative approach aims to strengthen the entire UAV development, production, and supply infrastructure.

Future Advancement Strategies

Positioning this initiative as an extension of its experience in industrial infrastructure inspection, Liberaware plans to progressively explore product and solution development, as well as supply chain enhancement, in collaboration with industry partners and stakeholders. Specific details regarding the organizational structure, investment scales, and timelines will be determined based on further evaluations, discussions with partners, and customer needs.

About Liberaware

Liberaware is dedicated to creating a safer society through advanced drone technologies. The company specializes in the development of some of the world’s smallest drones designed for inspections and measurements in confined, dark, and hazardous indoor environments. Additionally, it provides solutions involving image data analysis collected by these drones for infrastructure inspection and maintenance, contributing to a peaceful societal fact. With a clear vision to 'visualize invisible risks,' Liberaware remains steadfast in its commitment to public safety.

Company Name: Liberaware Inc.
CEO: Min Hongkyu
Location: Central Chiba, Chiba City, Japan
Established: August 22, 2016
Business Segments:

• - Drone Operations: Surveying, inspection, and measurement services using drones; sales and rental of in-house developed drones.
• - Digital Twin Solutions: Image processing and data analysis services from drone-acquired data along with licensing their image processing technology.
• - Custom Development Solutions: A wide range of solutions from hardware to software for various development projects.

URL: liberaware.co.jp
X Account: liberaware