Company Recognized for Portable AI Radar Technology in xTechCounter Strike Competition
MatrixSpace has earned a key win in the U.S. Army’s xTechCounter Strike competition, part of Operation Flytrap 4.5. The company was the only active sensing provider selected among 15 finalists. The award highlights MatrixSpace’s work in portable, AI-enabled radar for counter-UAS missions, where rapid setup and reliable airspace awareness matter.
Operation Flytrap is the Army’s initiative to speed the development of scalable counter-UAS technologies. The program uses live soldier testing, fast acquisition options, and transition support to bring new solutions into operational units.
MatrixSpace Demonstrates Expeditionary Radar Capabilities
At the event, MatrixSpace showcased its Expeditionary AI Radar and its 360 AI Radar. Both systems run on the company’s AiEdge software. The radars offer fast deployment and simple integration into the Army’s FAAD-C2 system through the NATO-standard SAPIENT protocol. Together, they provide real-time situational awareness at the tactical edge.
Four companies received awards this year. Each will receive $350,000 and be placed into the new Global Tactical Edge Acquisition Directorate (G-TEAD) Marketplace. This placement is designed to make procurement easier for U.S. and NATO partners that need counter-UAS tools.
Matthew Kling, VP & GM, AI Systems at MatrixSpace, said, “Operation Flytrap 4.5 gave us a powerful opportunity to show MatrixSpace’s tactical advantage. Our ultra-low SWaP-C radars with AiEdge software integrate effortlessly into existing Army C2 networks and deliver dependable, soldier-ready airspace security.”
Portable Radar Designed for Demanding Environments
MatrixSpace radar systems focus on affordable, all-weather detection and classification. The systems support airspace, perimeter, and object monitoring. These features help organizations build situational awareness in contested environments, where reliability and mobility can shape mission success.
The company specializes in compact, low-power radar tools that can move quickly from one location to another. These capabilities support counter-drone missions for defense, public safety, and commercial users.
About MatrixSpace
MatrixSpace builds portable, AI-enabled counter-UAS solutions designed for flexible use in the field. Its radar systems provide persistent sensing for airspace, perimeter, and object monitoring in dynamic outdoor conditions. More information is available at www.matrixspace.com
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