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Austars Model
Advanced VTOL & Fixed-Wing UAVs | State-Of-The-Art Technologies for Unmanned & Autonomous Aircraft
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UXV Technologies
Pioneering Ground Control Stations (GCS), Gimbals & Tactical Solutions for Unmanned Systems & Defense Robotics
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Kutta Technologies
Mission-Critical Hardware & Software Technologies for Tactical UAVs & Unmanned Systems Operating In All Domains
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Altus LSA
Innovative Turnkey UAS Solutions for Mission-Critical Civilian & Defense Applications
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Persistent Systems
Wave Relay® MANET Technology: Ultra-Reliable Mobile Networking for Unmanned Systems
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NTI Electronics
Rugged Ground Control Stations (GCS), Special Harness & Turnkey Solutions for Mission-Critical Unmanned Systems & Robotics
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Taisync Technology
Wireless Datalink Solutions for Unmanned Vehicles & Robotic Platforms
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Ruggmate
Rugged Hardware & HMI (Human-Machine Interface) Equipment for Drones & Robotics Applications
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Inspired Flight
Professional, US-Made Multirotor Drones for Commercial & Government Applications
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Fly Dragon Drone Tech
Long-Range Fixed Wing Drones, VTOL Airframes, Tandem-Wing UAV & Sprayers | Ground Stations, Drone Generators & Drone Motor Kits
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Performance Drone Works (PDW)
High-Performance Autonomous Drones for Mission-Critical Civilian & Military Applications
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SatLab Geosolutions
GNSS Positioning Solutions: RTK GNSS Receivers, UAV Base Stations for Surveying
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Embention
UAV Autopilot Flight Controllers, Ground Stations, ESC Controllers & Tracking Antennas
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Aerora Technology
Innovative NDAA-Compliant Drone Hardware Solutions & Engineering Services
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Arctic Horizons
Cutting-Edge Unmanned Aerial Systems & Counter-Drone Technologies for Government & Defense Applications
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Alpha Unmanned Systems
Helicopter UAVs: Rotary Wing Drones for Maritime, Naval & Security Operations | UAS GCS
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Woot Tech Aerospace
Commercial Drones for Delivery, Surveying, Agriculture, Security & Mapping - Target Drones - UAS GCS
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CubePilot
The Cube Autopilot, GNSS Module, HD Video Transmission System and Accessories for UAVs
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Acecore Technologies
Professional Drones, Quadcopters, Multirotors & Hexacopters for Cinematography, Survey & Inspection
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Desert Rotor
Drone Ground Control Stations (GCS) & Portable GCS for UAV, Drones and UGV
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Drone and UAV Remote Controllers
Handheld Controllers for Drones & UAV
Handheld GCS (ground control stations) for UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) can be created by installing GCS software onto a standard smartphone or tablet, but more specialized platforms are available that have been designed as standalone pieces of hardware. These dedicated portable GCS may be based on an existing tablet or designed as unique embedded systems, and will usually run on a Windows, Android or Linux operating system. They are typically battery-operated to allow maximum portability.
CubePilot’s HereLink UAV controller with HD video
Handheld GCS provide pilots with command and control (C2) of the drone, and also receive telemetry data as well as video feeds and outputs from other onboard sensors and payloads. They will usually be equipped with twin joysticks, as a HOTAS (hands on throttle and stick) setup is not feasible for a handheld UAV control, and a variety of switches and buttons. Drone remote control screens may be a touchscreen, and many screens are capable of displaying HD images and video.
Mobilicom’s Mini-Controller Pro tactical UAV controller
Tactical UAV Remote Control
As portable GCS are often used outside and under a variety of conditions, handheld UAV controllers and GCS may be designed with a rugged construction that includes drop-proofing and IP-rated water and dust protection. Some parts may also be made from carbon fiber, which provides toughness as well as reducing the weight that must be carried by the operator. Tactical handheld GCS may also be designed to be used while wearing gloves.
UXV Technologies’ Micronav rugged military-grade handheld GCS
Communications & Autopilot Systems
Handheld UAV controllers may communicate with the drone via radio frequency (RF), Wi-Fi, or LTE (3G/4G/5G). Communications modules may be fixed and built-in, or swappable to accommodate a range of types and models. Some modular handheld GCS also allow the interchange of directional and omnidirectional antennas, or may be able to accommodate a second screen.
The UAV controller may communicate with the drone via the widely-used MAVLink protocol, and may provide compatibility with common autopilot systems such as Pixhawk and Ardupilot.
