Suppliers / Trillium Engineering

Trillium Engineering

verified This business has been claimed by Trillium Engineering and verified by UST.
Verified companies work with us to ensure we display the most up-to-date and comprehensive product information, articles and other material to help you choose the right solution for your requirements.
UAV Gimbal Payloads - EO & EO/IR Drone Camera Gimbals for Tactical UAS United States of America
Visit Website
Saved
Save
 Contact
Capability OverviewCompany Products Articles Locations Contact Visit Website
Trillium Engineering

UAV Gimbal Payloads - EO & EO/IR Drone Camera Gimbals for Tactical UAS

902 Wasco St #250, Hood River, OR 97031 United States of America Regional Offices
Visit Website Contact

Trillium Engineering designs and manufactures advanced electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) imaging systems for unmanned aircraft and other ISR platforms. Trusted across Group 1–3 UAS and launched effects, Trillium gimbals deliver actionable imagery through precision stabilization, high-resolution sensors, and a full suite of integrated features.

Engineered for demanding missions, every Trillium system combines rugged environmental protection with a robust direct-drive architecture for superior stability, accuracy, and reliability. From long-range reconnaissance to maritime ISR and beyond, Trillium imaging systems are built to perform in any environment.

Trillium’s imaging systems are used by leading companies including the Quantum-Systems, Textron, and AeroVironment—supporting defense and commercial operators around the world.

Trillium electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) imaging systems

HD25

Miniature EO or EO/IR gimbal with geopointing capabilities

UAV EO IR gimbalThe HD25 is a lightweight and compact drone camera gimbal delivering 720p HD digital H.264-compliant video output with a 3x optical zoom visible camera and optional fixed focal length uncooled LWIR camera. The onboard GPS-aided INS is co-located with the cameras and allows the gimbal to provide real-time geopointing and geolocation for high-accuracy target tracking.

Learn more: HD25 >

HD40

Drone camera gimbal with powerful zoom and integrated laser pointer

Drone camera gimbalThe HD40 is a state-of-the-art drone gimbal available as a 30x optical zoom EO-only configuration, or an EO/IR system with 10x optical zoom visible camera and a fixed focal length uncooled LWIR camera. The gimbal includes a variety of advanced software features such as scene and target tracking, and also integrates an 850 nm night vision-compatible laser pointer.

Learn more: HD40 >

HD45

Robust UAV gimbal with optical zoom-capable EO and IR cameras

EO IR UAV gimbalThe HD45 is a robust and lightweight UAV EO/IR gimbal featuring both visible and LWIR cameras with optical zoom capabilities, as well as an 850 nm night vision-compatible laser pointer. The onboard IMU can be upgraded to deliver 1-degree accuracy for best-in-class geolocation and geopointing. The gimbal is available with a 5x optical zoom uncooled LWIR camera and either 5x or 10x optical zoom visible camera.

Learn more: HD45 >

HD55

High-performance stabilized gimbal with multiple configurations

UAV gimbalThe HD55 is a state-of-the-art UAV gimbal providing EO/IR or dual EO camera functionality and an 850nm laser pointer for precise and discreet pointing. The advanced built-in GPS-aided INS delivers accuracy of down to 0.5 degrees, enabling the best possible real-time geopointing and geolocation capabilities. Video output is compliant with both H.264 and H.265 compression.

Learn more: HD55 >

HD59

Low SWaP-C multi-sensor imaging gimbal for sUAS & launched effects

HD59-MLVSDelivering high-end ISR performance in a compact, low SWaP-C package, the 5.9″ Trillium gimbal provides simultaneous wide and narrow thermal sensing at the lightest weight in its class. With a full suite of laser options and onboard GD-Loc geolocation technology, it delivers the precision and versatility required for today’s most demanding missions.

Learn more: HD59 >

HD80

Powerful UAV gimbal with LWIR and MWIR thermal imaging options

UAV gimbal payloadThe HD80 is a powerful UAV gimbal with best-in-class stability and a variety of options for day or night operations. Featuring cutting-edge embedded video processing capabilities such as scene and target tracking, it enables high-accuracy real-time location of both static and dynamic targets. The gimbal is available as a dual EO camera system, or in several EO/IR configurations with MWIR or LWIR thermal imaging options.

Learn more: HD80 >

HD95

Tactical UAS EO/IR gimbal payload purpose-built for US Army

UAS EO IR gimbalThe HD95 is a SWaP (size, weight, and power)-optimized EO/IR gimbal that was developed to fulfil the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift UAS requirements. Designed to provide the most advanced aerial reconnaissance and imaging, the gimbal features a global shutter EO camera and MWIR and SWIR thermal cameras, as well as a laser pointer, laser rangefinder, and STANAG 3733-compliant laser target designator.

Learn more: HD95 >

Clarity-HD

AI-powered processing solution for advanced gimbal capabilities

Clarity-HD AI-powered processing solution for Trillium gimbalsClarity-HD is a low-SWaP processing module that is designed to accelerate the integration of advanced AI and machine learning software into Trillium gimbals. The highly versatile computing platform enhances the capabilities of tactical UAS, and is easily upgradeable through software applications and updates, ensuring a future-proofed solution.

Learn more: Clarity-HD >

Applications

UAV Camera System for ISR

ISR

Our lightweight and compact infrared imaging systems can be installed on a variety of small UAVs and unmanned systems, providing ISR (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance) capabilities and mission-critical situational awareness that can turn the tide on the battlefield.

Laser Gimbal for Target Location

Target Location and Designation

Featuring advanced laser pointing, range finding and designating capabilities, our gimbals can be used to locate, track and identify both mobile and stationary targets of interest.

infrared imaging system for border patrol

Border Patrol and Search & Rescue

With cutting-edge electro-optical and thermal infrared capabilities, Trillium EO/IR gimbals can be used to find both potential threats and missing persons day or night, when time is of the essence.

Products

HD25

Miniature EO or EO/IR gimbal with geopointing capabilities

HD40

Drone camera gimbal with powerful zoom and integrated laser pointer

HD45

Robust gimbal with optical zoom-capable EO & IR cameras

HD55

High-performance stabilized gimbal with multiple configurations

HD59

Multi-sensor imaging gimbal for sUAS & launched effects

HD80

Powerful UAV gimbal payload with LWIR and MWIR thermal imaging options

HD95

Tactical UAS EO/IR gimbal purpose-built for US Army

Clarity-HD

AI-powered processing solution for advanced gimbal capabilities

Articles

Latest
Trillium EO/IR Gimbal Expands Tactical Targeting on sUAS Platform

Trillium’s HD59-MLVS-LD brings precision laser designation to AeroVironment's Puma LE™ small Unmanned Aerial System (sUAS), empowering small units to transition seamlessly from ISR to strike support with enhanced agility and autonomy

Oct 09, 2025
Trillium’s New HD59 Gimbals Expand UAS & Launched Effects Capabilities

Trillium Engineering has released the HD59 Series of new lightweight, AI-enabled multi-sensor gimbals designed to deliver advanced ISR, targeting, and situational awareness for small to mid-sized unmanned platforms

Sep 22, 2025
U.S. Marines Trial Long-Range UAS Integrated with Trillium’s HD40-LVV

The U.S. Marine Corps has tested long-range uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) with Trillium Engineering’s HD40-LVV, assessing endurance, range, and ISR payload performance for future battlefield requirements

Aug 22, 2025
Trillium Software Version 24.2 Enhances Gimbal & SkyLink Functionality

Trillium Engineering’s software version 24.2 is now available, delivering bug fixes and stability improvements for both the gimbal firmware and...

Aug 11, 2025
New Partnership Advances Imaging Capabilities for Unmanned Systems

Safran and Trillium partner to co-develop and deliver advanced electro-optical systems, expanding imaging capabilities for drones, light aircraft, and defense applications worldwide

Jul 01, 2025
Trillium Unveils Lightweight Imaging System for Medium & Long-Range Reconnaissance

Trillium Engineering introduces the HD45-LV-R, a lightweight, high-performance imaging system designed to enhance LRR and MRR reconnaissance missions for modern defense platforms

Jun 12, 2025
New Gimbaled Imaging System Released for Attritable Platforms

The new HD25-LV-C by Trillium Engineering is a low-cost, gimbaled imaging system weighing less than 400g and designed to provide advanced imaging and processing capabilities for expendable sUAS

May 21, 2025
Geolocation in GPS-Denied Environments Successfully Demonstrated

Trillium Engineering's GD-Loc, integrated with the HD55-MV gimbal on a Group 2 UAS, has successfully demonstrated sustained Category 1 geolocation accuracy within six meters, highlighting its critical advantage for precise ISR missions in GPS-denied environments

May 06, 2025
Trillium Engineering Unveils the HD40-LVV for Advanced ISR Operations

Trillium Engineering unveils the HD40-LVV, a lightweight imaging system optimized for MRR, LRR, and launched effects, featuring advanced EO/IR imaging, AI tracking, and geolocation

Apr 01, 2025
Denmark to Receive VTOL UAS Equipped with Trillium HD80 Camera Gimbal

Trillium Engineering is supplying its HD80-MVS-LD camera gimbal for the JUMP 20 VTOL UAS, enhancing the Danish Armed Forces' ISR capabilities with high-definition imaging and target tracking

Mar 11, 2025
Loitering Munitions to be Integrated with Trillium Drone Camera Gimbals

Trillium Engineering has secured a Phase One contract with Raytheon to supply its HD25-LV drone camera gimbal for loitering munitions, supporting operations with tactical EO/IR solutions

Feb 18, 2025
New Targeting System for GPS-Denied Settings Demonstrated to U.S. Army 

Trillium Engineering successfully demonstrated its GD-Loc technology to the U.S. Army, showcasing its ability to provide high-accuracy location data in GPS-denied environments

Nov 20, 2024
Trillium’s HD45 Gimbal Achieves AUVSI Green UAS Certification

The AUVSI's Green UAS Certification marks a significant step towards enhancing the HD45-LV-CZ gimbal's marketability and trust within the drone industry

Aug 23, 2024
HD80 UAV Gimbal Supports Aircraft in Military Initiative

Two VTOL aircraft have been selected to advance to the final round of the U.S. Army's FTUAS program, both equipped with Trillium Engineering's HD80 gimbal

Aug 09, 2024
Quality Assurance Certification for UAV Camera Gimbals Manufacturer

ISO 9001 certification has verified Trillium Engineering’s quality and reliability, reflecting the company’s commitment to improvement, efficiency, and user service

Jul 01, 2024
Advancing Tactical Capabilities on sUAS with Trillium’s HD45 Gimbal

Trillium is supporting the U.S. Army with imaging technology onboard small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) with the HD45 payload, a key component in enhancing reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition (RSTA) capabilities

Jun 18, 2024
Edge-AI Computer Unveiled by Trillium

Trillium Engineering's Clarity-HD is tailored specifically for integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with the company's gimbals and represents a leap forward in the fusion of AI and imaging capabilities

May 20, 2024
SkyLink UAS Gimbal User Interface Receives Advanced Update

Trillium has released Version 24.1 of its SkyLink gimbal user interface, featuring advanced distance/bearing mapping capabilities, automatic connections to gimbals within the network and precise measurements derived from video feeds

Mar 06, 2024
Splash-to-Target Tool Adds Depth to Military sUAS Operator Capabilities

Trillium Engineering reaffirms its position as a leader in the field of unmanned systems with the latest updates to its Splash-to-Target capability

Feb 26, 2024
Partnership Awarded Autonomy Contracts by US Air Force

Trilium’s HD45-LV camera is on board Anduril’s UAS, which have been awarded two contracts to meet the constantly evolving threats faced by military forces across the globe

Nov 03, 2023
Trillium HD40-LV Camera Integrated into Spectre UAS

The integration of Trillium Engineering's hardware for the HD40-LV adds a significant advantage that forms a drone platform that excels across diverse applications

Sep 06, 2023
HD55 Series Gimbal Selected for Tactical sUAS

Trillium Engineering’s HD55-LV-CZ and HD55-LV-CZ-LP gimbals have been selected by Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® to be onboard the Stalker VXE30 small uncrewed aerial system for the British Army

May 26, 2023
Trillium Engineering Releases Gimbals with Laser Designator Capability

Trillium Engineering has added a STANAG compliant laser designator to the lightweight, high-performance HD95, HD80 and HD55 camera gimbals

May 08, 2023
Advanced AI Software Integration Expands Trillium’s Data Products Offering

The integration of SightX's advanced AI into Trillium Engineering’s gimbals will further amplify customers' abilities to execute unmanned ISR missions

Apr 26, 2023
New Gimbaled Imaging System Uses AI to Support Maritime Missions

Built upon the baseline configuration of the HD80 drone gimbal, the HD80-AIM leverages Trillium Engineering's universal, core imaging technology with SkyLink software

Apr 05, 2023
Rugged Gimbal Payloads for Tactical UAS

Trillium's gimbals have been incorporated into a variety of leading unmanned aircraft platforms, including the Textron Systems Aerosonde, Quantum-Systems Vector and Martin UAV V-BAT

Feb 15, 2023
HD25 Drone Gimbal Becomes Trillium Engineering’s 2,000th Unit Sold

As Trillium's pioneering product, the deliberately designed HD25 holds the same capabilities expected in 8-10" sized systems, offering smaller airframes a competitive edge

Feb 10, 2023
Aerosonde UAS Uses Trillium HD80 to Support Project Convergence 2022

While simultaneously exhibiting multiple mission capabilities, the Textron Systems team used two Aerosonde UAS carrying Trillium Engineering’s HD80-MV-600 and HD80-VV-510

Nov 29, 2022
HD45 EO/IR Camera System Onboard Ghost UAS for Military Use

Trillium’s HD45 has embedded video processing with electronic stabilization and scene tracking, onboard GPS/INS with real-time vehicle and target location, and day/night operations through visible and thermal cameras

Nov 01, 2022
Gimbaled Camera Launched for Future Tactical UAS Program

The gimbal features a 0.9 FOV MWIR camera, a STANAG-compliant laser target designator and an SWIR laser designator

Oct 11, 2022
Regional Offices & Locations
Trillium Engineering - Staff Office United States of America 902 Wasco St #250, Hood River, OR 97031 Contact Website
Trillium Engineering - Business Office United States of America 101 1/2 Oak St, Hood River, OR 97031 Website
Advancing Unmanned Systems Through Strategic Collaboration UST works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive unmanned systems capabilities forward.
Primes & OEMs: Become an Innovation Partner Join the UST ecosystem as a supplier