Our Journey

AERIS GROUP HMU is an interdisciplinary technological development team established and operating at the Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU). It focuses on the practical design, implementation, and operational utilization of unmanned defense systems, both aerial (UAVs) and ground support carriers (UGVs).

The team’s primary goal is to create integrated, high-performance solutions capable of operating under real field conditions, offering autonomy, flexibility, and resilience in modern military operations.

AERIS GROUP HMU invests in interdisciplinary collaboration as a foundation for innovation. The team includes postdoctoral researchers, PhD engineers, and postgraduate students, as well as undergraduate students in the fields of mechanical engineering, robotics, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and automation. It also involves active members of State Services with operational experience. Its operation is based on the synergy of technological and operational skills, aiming for the immediate application of solutions in the field.

In addition, AERIS GROUP HMU maintains strategic partnerships with leading companies in the field, both in Greece and internationally. Through these collaborations, it ensures access to cutting-edge technologies, knowledge exchange, and the ability to pilot-test new systems under realistic operational conditions.

Its mission is continuous innovation with practical impact, so that its systems deliver effectiveness, flexibility, and operational autonomy in the modern defense and security sector.

UAVs

Two different sizes of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been developed. The first is a lightweight 5-inch variant, a highly maneuverable platform for precision engagement. Its compact form factor emphasizes agility and accuracy, making it well suited to operations that require rapid response and precise targeting. The second one is a 13-inch variant prioritizes enhanced lethality and extended flight time. With greater payload and battery capacity than the smaller model, it is optimized for missions requiring larger area effects or engagement of heavily protected targets. Ongoing refinement focuses on increasing reliability, performance, and mission adaptability in realistic operational environments.

APF

For the fabrication of the developed drones , an Autonomous Portable Factory (APF) is used. This fully self-sustained unit is capable of manufacturing both UAV models through the integration of additive manufacturing and advanced automation technologies. The container utilizes high-precision 3D printers to fabricate the drones’ durable chassis. Electronic components are processed by specialized machines. The assembly of the whole drone system supported from a human-machine assembly line.This closed-loop production approach allows for on-demand drone manufacturing in forward-deployed environments while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability. 

Email: aerishmu@gmail.com

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