Sesame Solar's Nanogrid Tech Promises Major Gains in Drone Endurance

February 22, 2026

This Sesame Solar nanogrid was used by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Listen to the interview to learn how the Army, Air Force, and others are leveraging this new technology. (Image: Sesame Solar)

Michigan-based renewable energy company Sesame Solar has introduced a new approach to powering and extending flight duration of uncrewed aerial vehicles for both commercial and military applications.

The company’s mobile off-grid power solutions have already been used by the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and other defense organizations for a wide variety of applications, including extending drone flying times.

On this episode of the Aerospace & Defense Technology Podcast, Sesame Solar Co-founder and CEO Lauren Flanagan explains how the company’s new mobile hydrogen‑powered nanogrids are redefining what’s possible for long‑range drone operations.

The conversation dives into how this closed‑loop system eliminates fuel‑supply logistics, supports autonomous drone missions for up to six months, and enhances operational resilience in contested or off‑grid environments. We also look ahead at how nanogrid technology may shape the future of unmanned systems by offering scalable, renewable, and self‑sustaining power for next‑generation drone fleets.

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