<ul><li>The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has issued a new solicitation for drone battery technology.</li><li>The initiative, called FASTBAT-U, aims to address critical energy storage needs for small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS).</li><li>The solicitation comes in light of supply chain vulnerabilities and a need to reduce reliance on foreign manufactured drone technology, including batteries.</li><li>DIU is seeking commercially proven battery solutions that enhance performance, prioritize safety, and can be scaled domestically or through allied nations.</li></ul>

DIU Issues New Solicitation for Drone Battery Technology

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