Sheridan Technologies
MAIO (Modular AI Overwatch) a Modular AI Autonomy Platform for ISR and intercept
Warfighters in GPS-denied, RF-contested environments lack autonomous ISR and counter-UAS intercept capability that doesn’t rely on satellite navigation or remote piloting.
Why it mattersDigitalClone® is dual-use technology, developed through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program with multiple US government agencies (DoD, Dept of Energy, NASA) to forecast the fatigue performance of materials at the microstructure level. DigitalClone's unique ability to map the linkage between component usage and fatigue life is the key enabler for digital twin technologies that lower sustainment costs, reduce lead times, and increase the reliability of critical parts that drive operational readiness. Sentient Science has combined the computational power of DigitalClone with the enormous potential of Additive Manufacturing (AM) to directly address the logistics challenges facing the DoD in planning for near-peer military engagements. Demonstrations with the US Army have shown the ability to print parts that are 25% higher quality and last 60% longer than conventional metal-based AM parts.
About
Problem
Warfighters in GPS-denied, RF-contested areas lack autonomous ISR and counter-UAS capabilities without satellites or remote pilots.
Solution
MAIO (Modular AI Overwatch) is an edge-AI sensor-fusion module that detects, tracks, and intercepts threats without GPS or comms. It guides ISR drones, powers munitions, and upgrades legacy systems. Fusing EO/IR, LiDAR, acoustic, passive RF, MAIO eliminates false positives for fire-and-forget targeting with zero RF emissions. Field Validation 360° tracking and live-fire intercepts on quadrotors and 70 mm missiles in GPS-denied environments. Tests show 85% UAS kill rates. Technology Maturity (TRL): TRL-7: Prototype proven in GPS-denied, live-fire, sensor-fusion tests.
Strategic Advantage
Consensus AI (no false positives); edge-optimized (<30 W, no radios/satellites); modular open standards; unique EO/IR, LiDAR, RF & acoustic fusion.
Go-to-Market
Self-funded via DoD contracts; in SBIR/xTech; using demos for R\&D; embedding in UAV/C-UAS; building loitering ISR UAV.
Dual-Use Potential
Perimeter defense & surveillance; SWAT/military clearing: autonomous room mapping & threat location.
Team
James Sheridan, CEO & architect, 10+ years in avionics (F-35, guided missiles); Robert Briody, EE, 30+ years in Aerospace & Defense (Collins, Raytheon, Ball Aerospace).
Primary User
Tactical ISR teams, C-UAS operators, and small-unit leaders needing rapid detection & response.
Problem
Warfighters in GPS-denied, RF-contested environments lack autonomous ISR and counter-UAS intercept capability that doesn’t rely on satellite navigation or remote piloting.