Scaled Composites
companyScaled Composites designs and develops experimental aircraft and prototype fabrication processes.
Founded in 1982 by Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is an aerospace company based in Mojave, California. It specializes in the design and development of experimental aircraft, including the initial SpaceShipTwo for Virgin Galactic. The company has a history of creating innovative aircraft, from small UAVs to the world’s largest wingspan aircraft, and has been involved in various projects that push the boundaries of aerospace technology.
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Northrop Grumman’s Talon IQ testbed hot-swaps AI brains mid-flight
Northrop Grumman's Talon IQ initiative successfully demonstrated mid-flight AI control swapping using a modified Scaled Composites Vanguard Model 437. Recent tests involved Shield AI, Accelint, and Applied Intuition, showcasing seamless transitions between AIs for mission-specific tasks. This modular architecture allows rapid software integration, enhancing operational flexibility while retaining a human pilot for safety during testing.