The Maverick Autonomous Vehicle Research Center (MAVRC) is opening its doors, and you're invited. As part of the University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI), MAVRC focuses on research, development, and testing of drones for real-world applications. The Center provides critical support for organizations deploying drones in complex environments and enables safer, more efficient, and scalable solutions.

This event is for professionals and students in autonomous aerial vehicle research, development, and real-world applications including drone delivery, infrastructure inspection, search and rescue, law enforcement, security, agriculture, and drone-based inventory.

Start the day networking in the UTARI Atrium before experiencing MAVRC’s drone demonstration across the street. 

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for professionals and students involved in:

• Drone delivery and logistics
• Infrastructure inspection and maintenance
• Search and rescue operations
• Law enforcement and security
• Agriculture and environmental monitoring
• Drone-based inventory and warehouse automation
• Aerospace research and manufacturing

What to Expect

• Networking and Industry Connections – Meet and greet with researchers, technology developers, and industry professionals in the UTARI Atrium before the main event.
• Live Drone Demonstration – Experience MAVRC’s drone capabilities in action during a live flight demo within the netted facility showcasing autonomous navigation and sensor integration.
• Facility Tour: Explore the MAVRC infrastructure, including the netted testing area and control center, to understand its role in testing of advanced autonomous air vehicles while meeting all FAA regulations.
• Research and Innovation Discussions – Explore how MAVRC is helping to develop new technologies to enhance drone performance and expand operational possibilities.
• Technology Showcase – Learn about the latest advancements in autonomous navigation, sensor systems, and drone applications.

Agenda

8:30 - 9:00 am: Check In / Breakfast

9:00 - 9:30 am: Welcome and Presentations

9:00 - 10:00 am: Tour of UTARI

10:00 - 11:00 pm: Drone demos at MAVRC

This event provides a firsthand look at MAVRC’s research, industry applications, and the future of aerial autonomy.