A new plug-and-play control module from Triangle UAS LLC. and Andruav enables MAVlink-based flight controllers to use virtually any type of data connection to deliver unlimited range telemetry and first person viewing (FPV) capability/video streaming capability from an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-mounted remote camera.
The module is based on an interconnected platform from Andruav that uses Android mobile phones as Control Boards and Ground Control Stations for RC Vehicles. It provides a comprehensive hardware and software solution that can manage multiple drones and support a tiered-privilege user interface. The module connects via USB, Bluetooth, or WiFi to any MAVlink-based hardware, enabling the use of any type of data connection, including 4G/3G cellular, Iridium satellite link, Ethernet, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi, to provide unlimited range telemetry.
The module provides unlimited range telemetry and first person viewing capability to UAVs. (Source: Triangle UAS LLC.)The module is compatible with most flight planning applications, including Mission Planner, Tower, QGround Control and UgCS, as well as custom solutions, enabling remote monitoring and control through any web browser interface. The system’s video streaming/FPV capability requires a high-speed data connection.
The control module also gives onsite users the ability to override control from the remote interface and provides geofencing options to allow users to set restricted zones and location-based alerts.
Triangle UAS partnered with Autonomous Aeronautics to perform proof of concept flights outside of Dallas, TX. Initial testing was successful and demonstrated the unlimited range telemetry capabilities, FPV features and plug-and-play operation. Autonomous Aeronautics provided the aircraft used for testing.
