Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous Flight Control
The Autopilot (Automatic Flight Control Unit) is the central avionics component responsible for enabling autonomous and semi-autonomous flight operations in unmanned aerial vehicles. It processes data from sensors, executes flight plans, and controls the aircraft’s actuators to maintain stability, navigate routes, and perform complex maneuvers without constant manual input from a ground operator.
Semi-Autonomous and Fully Autonomous Flight Capability
Redundant IMU Units
Redundant Barometers
Input Voltage
Operational Temperature
Ingress Protection
Enabling Advanced Flight and Mission Management
This Autopilot system offers key features that significantly enhance the capabilities of the unmanned platform. It supports both semi-autonomous and fully autonomous flight modes, providing flexibility in operational control. The unit is controllable from a Ground Control Station, allowing operators to monitor and adjust missions remotely. It boasts multiple payload control capability, enabling integrated operation of various mission equipment. Features like power monitoring and management, flight simulator support, and emergency management further contribute to the system's overall robustness and operational safety.
A sophisticated Autopilot is fundamental for modern unmanned systems requiring complex missions and reduced operator workload. Its autonomous capabilities are vital for tasks like waypoint navigation, automated surveillance patterns, and precision approaches. The inclusion of redundant IMU and Barometer units significantly increases the system’s reliability and safety, providing backup in case of sensor failures. Multiple payload control allows for synchronized operation of various mission equipment, enhancing mission effectiveness. Features like power management and emergency handling contribute to operational robustness. With its environmental qualifications, the Autopilot ensures dependable performance in harsh operational conditions, making it a core component for advanced autonomous unmanned platforms.
- Operational Temperature: -40°C / +60°C
- Ingress Protection: IP67 (Dust and Liquid Protection)
- Input Voltage: 6-36V
- Other Protections: ESD, Logic I/O
Technical Features
The Autopilot provides the essential control and management features for advanced flight operations.
Key Features
- Semi-Autonomous and Fully Autonomous Flight Capability
- Controllable From Ground Control Station
- Multiple Payload Control Capability
- Power Monitoring and Management
- Flight Simulator Support
- Emergency Management
Interfaces
- CAN Bus for Control of Actuator Systems: 1x
- CAN Bus for Control of Reciprocating Engine Systems: 1x
- Servo Driver (PWM): 12x
- General Purpose I/O: 4x
- TTL-UART I/O: 5x
- 12V Analog Channel: 4x
- Redundant IMU Unit: 3x
- Redundant Barometer: 2x
- RPM Sensor Input: 2x
- 3.3V Analog Channel: 4x
- Internal Logging Unit: Yes
