SiPhog Technology: Enabling GPS‑Independent Flight for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles

February 8, 2026

A computer-generated image of the vertical takeoff and landing drone, Raider 330, being developed by Delta Black Aerospace. (Image: Delta Black Aerospace)

Several Defense Department initiatives in recent years have focused on researching and developing alternative navigation technology for uncrewed aerial vehicles. These efforts have been driven largely by the use of advanced jamming and spoofing techniques in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, among other regions.

On this episode of the Aerospace & Defense Technology podcast, we sit down with the CEO of Anello Photonics Mario Paniccia to explore how their breakthrough SiPhog technology is transforming drone navigation. Silicon‑photonic optical gyroscopes provide a resilient alternative to GPS, enabling uncrewed aircraft to operate in contested and GPS‑denied environments. Anello Photonics recently announced a partnership with Delta Black Aerospace to integrate their SiPhog technology into Delta Black Aerospace’s drones.

The conversation dives into the technical foundations of SiPhog, its role in advancing inertial navigation, and the implications for defense and aerospace missions. Listeners will gain insight into how this innovation is shaping the future of autonomous flight and mission success in challenging airspace.

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