Operation Flytrap is the Army’s main initiative for accelerating scalable counter-UAS technologies through live soldier testing, rapid acquisition pathways and transition to operational units. MatrixSpace demonstrated its Expeditionary AI Radar and 360 AI Radar, both powered by AiEdge software, showing quick setup, integration into Army FAAD-C2 via the NATO-standard SAPIENT protocol and real-time awareness at the tactical edge.
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Four companies were chosen overall, each receiving a 350,000-dollar award and access to the new Global Tactical Edge Acquisition Directorate Marketplace, which aims to simplify procurement for U.S. and NATO users. MatrixSpace said its systems offer all-weather, AI-driven detection and classification for airspace, perimeter and object monitoring.
Matthew Kling, Vice President and General Manager for AI Systems at MatrixSpace, said, “Operation Flytrap 4.5 gave us a powerful opportunity to show MatrixSpace’s tactical advantage.” He added, “Our ultra-low SWaP-C radars with AiEdge software integrate effortlessly into existing Army C2 networks and deliver dependable, soldier-ready airspace security.”
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MatrixSpace describes its radar solutions as compact, portable and suitable for rapid deployment in contested environments. The company said its systems provide persistent monitoring for organisations that require reliable situational awareness across dynamic outdoor settings.
