James Sweetlove sits down with Gabriel Guglielmi, Vice President of Global Product Management at Infinite Electronics, to explore the rapidly expanding world of unmanned systems. From drone swarms on the battlefield to grocery delivery and first responder applications, Gabriel breaks down what "connectivity" really means in this space — and why it's mission-critical for every category of unmanned vehicle, from UAVs to underwater systems.Gabriel shares his perspective on the geopolitical forces reshaping the drone industry, including China's dominance of the commercial drone market, the US push to onshore production, rare earth material dependencies, and the rise of counter-drone technology. Whether you're an engineer designing for defense or a supply chain professional navigating shifting sourcing regulations, this episode offers a sharp, grounded look at what's driving one of the fastest-growing sectors in electronics.
Resources from this Episode:

- Infinite Electronics: https://www.infiniteelectronics.com/

- Connect with Gabriel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielguglielmi/

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