Echodyne
Echodyne, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, designs and manufactures advanced radar sensors using its proprietary MESA technology. The company's radar solutions serve Defense, Government, and Commercial customers for various applications including drone detection, border security, and public safety.
Company Overview
Echodyne designs and manufactures radar sensors from its headquarters in Kirkland, Washington, USA. Founded in 2014, Echodyne has positioned itself as a leader in radar technology, leveraging its proprietary metamaterials electronically scanned array (MESA) technology to deliver advanced radar performance in a commercially exportable, low SWaP, solid-state format.
Investors
Echodyne is backed by a formidable group of investors including Bill Gates, NEA, Madrona Venture Group, Baillie Gifford, and Northrop Grumman. These investments underscore the confidence in Echodyne's innovative radar technologies and its potential impact on Defense, Government, and Commercial markets.
Radar Products
Echodyne offers several radar solutions tailored for various applications. The EchoFlight radar is integral for Airborne Detect and Avoid (ABDAA) and is preferred for FAA-approved BVLOS flight operations on the AATI AiRanger aircraft. EchoGuard radar is utilized for short-range drone detection, public safety, and critical infrastructure protection, including events like the MLB World Series and NFL Super Bowl. EchoShield radar provides high-accuracy classification and tracking for medium-range counter-drone operations and is designed for rapid optimization to meet specific mission requirements.
Technological Innovation
Echodyne's technological foundation is its metamaterials electronically scanned array (MESA) technology, which represents a breakthrough in radar design and manufacturing. This technology allows for the creation of radar systems that are not only highly efficient and reliable but also commercially viable and exportable, offering substantial reductions in size, weight, and power (SWaP) consumption compared to traditional radar systems.
Applications
Echodyne's radar solutions serve a diverse range of applications. Defense, Government, and Commercial customers utilize these technologies for Counter-UAS, Base Security, Portable ISR, Border Security, Public Safety, and Asset Security. Specifically, EchoGuard radar provides 3D security by detecting both ground and air threats, ensuring enhanced situational awareness for critical infrastructure protection and border security.