UAV Africa Arcturus Brochure

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The Arcturus JUMP™ Series, take off and land like a helicopter and fly like
fixed wing aircraft. This means you get:
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More flexibility – you can launch almost anywhere
Less Restriction – you don’t need to find airports
More Endurance – no rotorcraft can match the Jump endurance.
Lower cost – the jump costs less to own and operate than rotor craft
with similar capability
The JUMP™ series aircraft need a lot less equipment to get going. One or
two crew can launch within minutes of arriving on site. This means you ‘re
operational and getting a return on your investment right away.
JUMP™ Series platforms have lightweight carbon fibre airframes, giving
unmatched strength to weight performance.
JUMP™ can be easily configured with one of many different payloads to suit
your requirements.
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Fuselage bay payloads are palletized for easy maintenance
and quick exchange. The Arcturus Sensor Fast™ gimbal deployment mechanism has redundant gimbal stow capability
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for maximum payload protection.
All Arcturus Air Vehicles are built to handle harsh conditions and regularly fly in dust,
high winds, hail, heat and snow.
Arcturus designed and built the T- series UAV airframes to be affordable, robust, and
stable. You get your job done again and again.
All Arcturus air- frames are no-compromise aerodynamic designs that deliver maximum
endurance with industry leading payload to weight ratios.
The T-20 carbon fibre monocoque fuselage has been moulded to provide a cavernous
cargo bay to accommodate many different payloads.
The T-20 is built to be flexible and do many missions, so you can swap out diverse
payload types fast. Purpose designed wiring harnesses and a unique payload pallet make
quick payload changes in the field easy. In short time you get your T-20 back in the -air.
Available hard points on the wings provide significant additional payload carrying ability
Built for catapult launch and belly landing, the T-Series airframe is designed for the rigors
and abuse of deployment. All that’s needed for launch is a clear space for the Arcturus
Portable Launcher and a stretch of unimproved road or field for belly landing.
The Arcturus T-Series are powered by modified Honda 4 stroke engines.
These engines are proven, sturdy and off the shelf. This along with a low 1 litre
(or less) per hour fuel burn, keep operating costs down.
T-Series was built for fast deployment. The wings assemble in under a minute
ensuring you launch right away.
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Avionics
PICCOLO Autopilot
Arcturus knows that as your business gets more
serious you will migrate to different platforms. All
Arcturus air vehicles use the industry standard
Cloud Cap Technology Piccolo autopilots. This
means no extra learning, you migrate
seamlessly between all Arcturus products. The
commonality also means you hold less parts
inventory, saving you money. Piccolo offers the
utmost in reliability and safety.
Piccolo autopilots provide a complete integrated
avionics solution that includes:
 the flight control processor
 inertial sensors
 ported air data sensors,
 GPS receiver
 Data link radio.
The Piccolo II adds functionality and flexibility for advanced UAS applications. With over a decade in the field
the Piccolo II Autopilot has become the UAS industry standard flight management system.
Key Features
Additional I/O support (16 configurable GPIO lines) for payload intensive applications. On board inertial, air
data, and GPS sensors, data link radio, and EMI shielded enclosure. Both Software and Hardware in the Loop
(SWIL / HWIL) simulation modes for pre-flight testing. Plug and play support of peripherals including TASE
payloads, servo based pan-tilt cameras, transponders, magnetometers, Iridium satcom, RTK GPS receivers,
laser altimeters and flight termination.
TRANSPONDERS
For Arcturus UAV safety is a top priority. The idea “see and be seen” has never
been easier in a UAV. Arcturus has integrated the
world’s smallest and lightest Transponder into all its
airframes. The Sagetech transponder measures just
3.5” x 1.8” x 0.7”, and weighs a mere 100 grams. Its
low power and consumption, light weight and small
size mean more payload and fuel. and is ideal for the
Arcturus. Other transponders available.
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Low power consumption.
Integrated pressure sensor and altitude encoder. Compliant up to 50,000 feet.
The Flight computer can read altitude data from the transponder providing backup altitude
information.
Mode C Transponder – Small, high reliability solution for Mode A and Mode C requirements Mode S Transponder with ADS-B Out – Enhance your safety of flight, thanks to increased
visibility afforded by NextGen's ADS-B
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Portable Launcher
The Arcturus Portable Launcher System (PLS) is the smallest, most reliable launcher available. Using
compressed nitrogen or air, the PLS provides low G catapult launch to all T-Series air vehicles. A
swing away propeller guard protects operator from the propeller during starting. A remote fill and
launch pendant keeps operators at a safe distance. The launch rod is tethered to an energy
absorption system that arrests its motion after launch. The PLS can be fully set up in less than 5
minutes. An optional gas engine driven air compressor charges scuba tanks for mobile operations
where compressed nitrogen is unavailable.
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Gimbals
Gimbals
The TASE150 and TASE200 are compact, light-weight, low cost daylight and IR imaging payloads
designed to satisfy the increasing demand for applications that require installation flexibility and light
weight. At just 1.98 and 2.3 pounds, the
TASE150 and TASE200 feature industry leading Size Weight and Power (SWaP).
TASE150
TASE200
Daylight Camera
(TASE150/200)
Long Wave IR Camera
(TASE200 only)
31x continuous optical zoom
Resolution: 640 x 480
HFOV: 55.7° - 1.94°
Video Out: NTSC or PAL
59mm lens
HFOV: 10.5°
Resolution: 640 x 480
Video Out: NTSC or PAL
Features
High performance and low SWaP at 1.98 lbs (TASE150) and 2.3 lbs (TASE200)
Full motion EO and 640 x 480 LWIR imager
On board GPS/INS - no external IMU needed for geo-pointing
Camera bay environmentally sealed (TASE200)
Optional external video processing unit provides target tracking, scene steering and electronic
image stabilization
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TASE400
Advanced Day / Night Imaging
The TASE400 features a mid-wave infrared camera with
continuous optical zoom down to 2° FOV, a daylight camera
with continuous optical zoom down to 1.94 FOV. TASE 400
has a third payload bay which is configurable to host a laser
rangefinder and illuminator as well as a range of other
options.
TASE400LRS
Long Range Day / Night Imaging
The TASE400LRS features a mid-wave infrared camera with
continuous optical zoom down to 2° FOV, and a dual daylight
imaging system with a high performance long range spotter
camera capable of a 1.06° (SD) optical FOV. The ‘LRS’ series
is the ultimate night time and long-range daylight surveillance
imaging solution.
TASE400DXR
Extended Range Daylight Imaging
The next generation in extended range imaging, the
TASE400DXR has a high performance dual daylight
payload system capable of a 0.34° optical FOV while
maintaining unmatched daytime video performance in a 7
inch gimbal.
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Piccolo Command Centre
To be good at your job, you need an interface that is friendly, powerful and intuitive. The Piccolo
Command Center (PCC) is just that. PCC provides a powerful flight planning and management
software solution for interfacing with the Piccolo autopilot. PCC is available in a basic feature
set for simple missions and also upgradable with many advanced feature options.
Advanced User Interface
 Easy to define mission parameters and
restrictions
 Waypoint Insertion
 Context Menus for common functions
 Route Copy between aircraft
 Easy route planning
 Manage multiple aircraft on single map
 High performance smooth zoom 2D and 3d terrain
mapping
 Terrain database supporting DTED and SRTM
 Integration with web mapping servers for elevation
and imagery
 Intuitive Primary Flight Display (PFD) and graphical
EFIS and ability to change airspeed, altitude, and
Panasonic Toughbook®
heading commands from EFIS display
 User customizable dockable windows so displayed data
can be configured per user requirements
 Status bar provides high-level alert interface
 Customization options available to meet specific user needs
Map Terrain Warning Layer Visually displays the areas on the map in yellow and/or red
where the aircraft is in danger of impacting the terrain in relation to the current altitude.
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Airspace Boundary Allows you to draw three dimensional regions on the map interface
typically used to mark boundaries in an available air space.
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ViewPoint Gimbal Control
Tracking targets has never been easier. ViewPoint is
the ground based user interface for controlling Cloud
Cap Technology TASE imaging payloads. Using this
software the payload operator can command and
control the gimbal, cameras and laser.
User Friendly Graphical Interface
 Click map or video to autonomously point
payload at specific GPS location on the ground
 Interactive map displays location and payload
sensor footprint on ground. Satellite, streets and
maps, or any user supplied map supported.
 NTSC or PAL recording. Playback includes
video, GPS time, plus payload and sensor
footprint GPS locations
 Moving Map Display
 Moving target indicator provides easy operator
identification of targets over laid in ViewPoint
Panasonic Toughbook®
window Create video file (AVI output) from
recorded files Supports CCT plug-ins and 3rd party plug-in architecture Supports IP
connection and web serving using
 MJPEG compression
Feature Rich Imaging Software
Object Tracking The TASE payload will autonomously track selected objects such as people,
cars, trucks or other objects moving in the scene based on image match within a user adjustable
target box.
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Geo-Stamp allows the operator to designate areas of interest by simply pressing a key or touching
the screen. The incident is tagged on a map, a still image is taken and the location is logged in a
separate incident folder. This feature is invaluable when a still-image of an object/feature is
needed for later reference. The captured still-image can then be overlaid on Google Earth.
PathTrack Easily identify and follow roads, powerlines, pipelines. Autonomously points the
payload toward pre-loaded GPS coordinates along a path. Path-Track auto-detects aircraft
heading and picks up the path for tracking. Reduces training costs and improves productivity of
operations.
Video On Map Live video geo-located and terrain warped over moving map. This feature greatly
enhances the operator’s ability to identify the exact location of the object or feature the camera
image is looking at.
Real Time Image Mosaic The increased information provided by mosaicking displayed in realtime on the payload interface provides a real advantage to the payload operator, showing path
history and a wider situational awareness FOV when zooming in on an object.
Additional Applications
Electronic Stabilization (E-Stab) PC-based image stabilization enhances mechanical gyro
stabilization
Scene Steering (Includes E-Stab) PC-based scene tracking centres image and corrects for vehicle
airspeed
Plugins
VideoSim Plugin Provides training, demonstration, testing and development support
Antenna Plugin Provides an integrated solution to either Piccolo Command Center (PCC) or the
payload user interface (ViewPoint) for control of a third party positioner
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Tracking Antenna
Standard Antenna
 Dual links with one omni and one
directional antenna per link
 Pointing based on UAV GPS telemetry
 Automatic calibration using on board
magnetometer, tilt-sensor, and GPS
 Software controlled switching between
omni and directional antennas
 120VAC or 12VDC dual input power
supply unit
Benefits
• Achieve 8x to 16x increase in range
over omni antennas
• Quick setup
• Reduced packout component count
• Turn-key system or customize as
needed
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TrackingAntenna
Antenna
Tracking
For high performance applications the Troll Antenna delivers maximum line of sight telemetry.
Bidirectional / Unidirectional 300 MHz to 38 GHz Troll’s directional ground antennas maximize any data
link’s range and overall performance. Used to support air-to-ground, high-speed video and IP networks,
Troll’s ground antennas provide high- gain redundant tracking that extend range and improve accuracy.
Troll’s ST series, spectrum tracking antennas, can auto-acquire your signal and maintain lock even if
airborne and/or ground assets are moving rapidly.
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FEATURES:
Improve the range of an existing data Link
Provide autonomous RF tracking in
azimuth and elevation
Telemetry tracking (KLV601/Rover/
NMEA)
UHF, L, S, C, X and Ku bands
Single, dual and tri-band versions
Fully self-contained Built-in GPS and
magnetometer
Universal power 110/220 AC and 24 DC
Ethernet interface
Intuitive GUIs
Truncated dish designs to minimize feed
blockage to increase range
Capable of handling high-transmit power
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 Vertical, horizontal, RHCP, LHCP
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SIGINT
If they’re out there we’ll find them. Signals Intelligence adds a whole new dimension to the ISR capability
of the Arcturus platform. A 4.6lb 4 channel receiver and custom RF switching hardware technologies,
coupled with Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Digital Signal Pro cessing (DSP) and control
software enable the JUMPTM to accomplish any SIGINT mission Automated algorithms for signal
conditioning,
with the
. peak sorting, auto-detection, filtering and geo-registration are field calibrated
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Apparition self-calibration tool.
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3D Mapping
Urban Robotic’s GeoDragon system
includes a wing mounted payload that is
capable of high resolution 2-D and 3-D
image capture.
GeoDragon
creates
3-D
reconstructions in near real time and
outputs high-resolution digital elevation
models, LIDAR-like data sets and wide
area maps.
GeoDragon imagery is post processed
using automated 3-D algorithms to
rapidly generate large mapping and
modelling data sets.
Urban Robotics develops software and
hardware solutions for 3-D and ISR,
remote
sensing
and
geospatial
applications, including collection, postprocessing and data management.
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Mobile Video Viewer
MOBILCMDR DUAL DIVERSITY COFDM RECEIVER/MONITOR
First responders and reaction units get real time situational awareness. Whether they are enroute by
helicopter or on the ground, the mobile video viewer receives real time video streamed from an
Arcturus UAV. The MobilCMDR (C-COFDM M-Mobile D-Diversity R-Receiver) is a ruggedized
COFDM (DVB-T compliant) dual diversity handheld receiver/monitor. It offers exceptional RF
performance and durability, combined with true ease of operation and superb H.264 decoding. The
unit displays received video images on a built-in eight inch class high brightness display. The display
also features an easy-to-use menu-driven interface. The MobilCMDR also is available with AES
decryption capabilities for applications requiring it.
Much more than a COFDM handheld receiver, the MobilCMDR can send video over Ethernet to
remote software or hardware decoders, allowing multiple remote viewers to monitor the same video
simultaneously.
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Other Payloads
Arcturus UAV has integrated over three dozen different payloads and avionics in our T-Series
airframes including SAR, SIGINT, COMINT, deployable self-navigating wing pods, and other
scientific payloads. If you have a specific payload requirement, we can quickly evaluate feasibility of
integrating into any Arcturus Air Vehicle.
The Arcturus UAV packs up to be very light and compact. A typical 3 UAV T-20 System needs just
14m3 of space and weighs just over 1,300kg. This means wide area mobility is very affordable
compared to other systems of similar capability which need an entire C-130 to move. The smaller
Jump system packs up even lighter, uses about 5m3 of space, weighs about 500kg and can fit into a
small truck. UAV Africa uses Let 410 aircraft for mobility, these aircraft have excellent STOL
characteristics and can get just about anywhere. We bring a UAV mobility solution to you.
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