From HAL Tejas to Intelligent UAVs: Inferigence Quotient is Building the Future of Autonomous Drones
- ByStartupStory | October 11, 2025
In the evolving landscape of aerospace innovation, Bengaluru-based deeptech startup Inferigence Quotient is making significant strides in transforming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into intelligent, autonomous systems. Founded in 2022 by Neeta Trivedi and N Krishnamurthy, the company is leveraging advanced technologies to address critical challenges in intelligent surveillance and autonomous operations.
Visionary Leadership with a Rich Legacy
Neeta Trivedi, the co-founder and CEO, brings over three decades of experience in the aerospace sector, having previously worked at DRDO and TATA Advanced Systems. Notably, she was instrumental in developing the end-to-end cockpit display system for the multirole light fighter aircraft, HAL Tejas. Recognizing the saturation in the drone manufacturing sector, Trivedi identified a significant gap in intelligent autonomy and surveillance capabilities, prompting her to establish Inferigence Quotient.
Innovating Intelligent Autonomy
Inferigence Quotient is at the forefront of developing intelligent autonomy for UAVs. The company’s flagship product, Chetas, is an intelligence surveillance and collision avoidance system designed for HAL. Chetas addresses three critical aspects: static collision avoidance (e.g., evading trees or mountains), dynamic collision avoidance (e.g., avoiding birds or other aircraft), and aerial surveillance. This system has evolved into iPARAS, which integrates a ground proximity warning system and dynamic collision avoidance, enabling UAVs to perform complex maneuvers autonomously.
Beyond aerial applications, Inferigence Quotient plans to extend its intelligent autonomy solutions to surface and underwater domains, aiming to revolutionize operations across various terrains.
Advancing Intelligent Surveillance
In the realm of intelligent surveillance, Inferigence Quotient is developing the iSTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance) platform. The company’s moonshot product, 7Sense, is an advanced platform designed to enhance surveillance capabilities. These innovations are poised to redefine the standards of UAV intelligence and operational efficiency.
Strategic Collaborations and Future Outlook
Inferigence Quotient is incubated under prominent organizations such as Forge, NASSCOM, CIIC Chennai, and GUSEC Gandhinagar. The company’s 20-member team, composed entirely of engineers, operates from its Bengaluru facility, focusing on assembling imported products and manufacturing components domestically. Looking ahead, the startup envisions expanding its intelligent autonomy solutions to various domains, including surface and underwater applications, to address a broader spectrum of operational challenges.
With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Inferigence Quotient is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of autonomous drones, contributing to advancements in defense, surveillance, and beyond.
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