Quantum Navigation: Drones Fly Safely Without GPS

Quantum orientation Drones will soon be able to navigate safely without GPS

2026-02-27 Source: dpa 1 min Reading Time

Zenatech subsidiary Zenadrone now wants to develop a quantum navigation system for defence purposes that will allow drones to be used without GPS reception.

Now the navigation of drones for defence purposes is being taken to a new level. This is because Zenadrone will be relying on quantum systems and AI in the future. The Zenadrone 1000 here is set to be one of the first to be able to navigate unerringly without GPS.(Source: Cenadrone) — Now the navigation of drones for defence purposes is being taken to a new level. This is because Zenadrone will be relying on quantum systems and AI in the future. The Zenadrone 1000 here is set to be one of the first to be able to navigate unerringly without GPS.
(Source: Cenadrone)

Zenatech has announced that its subsidiary Zenadrone, which specialises in drone development, has launched the development of a navigation system that works using quantum effects. This enables unmanned flying objects to navigate accurately even if they are flying in an area where GPS reception is not possible or where it is or will be disrupted, according to the company. The system will initially support the Zenadrone 1000 multifunctional drone, which is designed for heavy loads and is used for reconnaissance, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) services in the defence sector, as well as for transporting special cargo and border protection tasks. The company is also planning the same scalability for the IQ series drone platforms in the future. According to the experts, the ability to operate autonomously in areas without GPS reception is a must in modern defence operations.

Using AI and quantum physics to bypass GPS jamming measures

Quantum navigation systems are regarded as autonomous, high-precision, next-generation motion sensor systems that enable reliable navigation based on quantum physics and the use of sensors. And given the changing operational environment, defence operations are increasingly taking place in environments where GPS signals and satellite signals are not reliable due to interference, spoofing or other impairments. These navigation systems combine quantum-based inertial measurements with AI-controlled course corrections, according to the further explanation.

This enables continuous and precise positioning over longer periods of use without having to rely on external signals. However, quantum navigation can of course also be beneficial for commercial drones that are to be used in environments with limited GPS reception - for example in dense urban corridors, inside industrial buildings, in underground facilities and on long-range BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) missions.

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