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The Optimus System is a drone-in-a-box platform achieving persistent BVLOS ISR with no human physically present — the dock handles charging, maintenance, and mission cycling automatically.

Products

Optimus Drone

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Optimus Drone is an autonomous aerial platform designed to perform routine and on-demand missions without human intervention.

Range
5 km
Max Altitude
100 m
Endurance
3 hrs
Payload
1 kg
Tech Specifications

Equipped with high-resolution EO/IR sensors, automated docking and recharging system, operating on 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz frequencies.

Software & AI

Custom OS with AI-driven flight algorithms, integrated with Airobotics software platform for mission planning and data management.

Integration Possibilities

Compatible with C2 systems via open APIs, supports STANAG 4586 protocols, integrates with major GIS software.

Why This Design

Optimizes resource allocation by automating monitoring tasks, reducing the need for manpower in the field.

Enables

Provides real-time data collection and processing capabilities, enhancing situational awareness and decision-making.

Tradeoffs

Limited payload capacity restricts the types of sensors and equipment that can be carried.

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Airbase

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Airbase acts as an autonomous docking station providing recharging and data transfer services for the Optimus Drone.

Tech Specifications

Robust docking station with automated battery swapping, secure uplink capabilities via LTE/GSM networks.

Software & AI

Integration with cloud-based mission management systems, secure data synchronization, API access for custom applications.

Integration Possibilities

Integrates seamlessly with Airobotics' fleet management software, compatible with third-party analytics and asset management platforms.

Why This Design

Solves the problem of limited drone flight duration by ensuring drones are always ready and data is transferred securely.

Enables

Enables continuous operation of drone fleets without manual intervention, extending mission capabilities.

Tradeoffs

Stationary infrastructure limits deployment flexibility and requires initial installation within operational areas.

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Insightful Software Suite

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The Insightful Software Suite offers advanced mission planning and analytics capabilities for unmanned systems.

Tech Specifications

Runs on cloud-based architecture, complying with ISO 27001 for data security, RESTful API for third-party integration.

Software & AI

Includes machine learning algorithms for data analysis, mission planning tools, telemetry monitoring, and anomaly detection.

Integration Possibilities

Compatible with leading ERP systems, integrates with GIS tools and dashboard solutions like PowerBI.

Why This Design

Aims to enhance automation and intelligence in data processing, reducing the need for manual data handling.

Enables

Facilitates real-time insights and proactive decision-making, maximizing the value extracted from drone operations.

Tradeoffs

Dependency on cloud infrastructure may raise data privacy concerns; relies on consistent network connectivity.

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Airobotics Sensor Package

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Airobotics Sensor Package is a lightweight, compact sensor system designed for environmental monitoring and industrial inspection applications.

Payload
0.5 kg
Tech Specifications

Dimensions: 10 cm x 5 cm x 2 cm, Weight: 0.2 kg. Includes temperature, humidity, and pressure sensors, as well as 12-megapixel camera.

Software & AI

Utilizes embedded Linux operating system, with custom-developed software for sensor management and data processing. Supports communication through serial and I2C protocols.

Integration Possibilities

Compatibility with Airobotics Drone and Airbase ground station. Integration with external systems through dedicated API. Supports CSV and JSON data formats.

Why This Design

The Airobotics Sensor Package was developed to provide a reliable and efficient solution for data collection in a variety of environments.

Enables

Enables customers to collect and analyze data on environmental conditions and industrial equipment, supporting predictive maintenance and process optimization.

Tradeoffs

Limited to a specific set of sensors and data collection capabilities.

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Airobotics Ground Station

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Airobotics Ground Station is a ruggedized, portable ground control station designed for deployment and operation of Airobotics Drones.

Payload
50 kg
Tech Specifications

Dimensions: 2.5m x 1.5m x 1.8m, Weight: 200 kg. Equipped with dual 24-inch monitors and custom-developed control panel.

Software & AI

Runs on Windows 10 operating system, utilizing custom-developed software for ground station management and drone deployment. Supports remote monitoring and control through 4G LTE connection.

Integration Possibilities

Compatibility with Airobotics Drone and Airbase ground station. Integration with external sensors and systems through dedicated API. Supports JSON and XML data formats.

Why This Design

The Airobotics Ground Station was developed to provide a reliable and efficient solution for drone deployment and operation in industrial environments.

Enables

Enables customers to deploy and operate Airobotics Drones in a variety of environments, with minimal setup and training required.

Tradeoffs

Requires human operator for deployment and recovery of drone.

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Airobotics Drone

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Airobotics Drone is a fully autonomous, ruggedized UAV designed for industrial inspection and surveillance applications.

Range
3 km
Max Altitude
150 m
Endurance
0.5 hrs
Payload
1 kg
Tech Specifications

Maximum takeoff weight: 15 kg, Length: 85 cm, Width: 85 cm, Height: 35 cm. Utilizes redundant autopilot system with Pixhawk PX4, supporting MAVLink protocol and 2.4 GHz wireless communication.

Software & AI

Runs on Linux-based operating system, utilizing ROS (Robot Operating System) framework and OpenCV for computer vision tasks. Employs AI-powered object detection and tracking algorithms, enabled by NVIDIA Jetson TX2 GPU.

Integration Possibilities

Compatibility with Airobotics Airbase ground station and Insightful Software Suite. Integration with external sensors and payloads through dedicated API. Supports FTP and SFTP protocols for data transfer.

Why This Design

The Airobotics Drone was developed to address the need for reliable, autonomous aerial inspection and surveillance in industrial environments.

Enables

Enables customers to perform routine inspections and surveillance without the need for human intervention, reducing costs and increasing efficiency.

Tradeoffs

Limited to line-of-sight operations due to regulatory restrictions.

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Integrations

Airobotics Optimus ↔ American Robotics BVLOS

American Robotics provides the FAA BVLOS certification framework and autonomy software layer that Airobotics Optimus System hardware runs under. The certification covers the full dock-to-dock automated mission cycle.

Compatibility Analysis

4/22/2026

Airobotics and Kelvin Hughes have a high potential for compatibility due to their complementary product offerings in the air domain. Airobotics' drone-in-a-box platform, Optimus System, can be enhanced by integrating Kelvin Hughes' radar and surveillance systems, particularly their drone detection and tracking solutions. This integration can provide Airobotics with advanced sensing capabilities, improving the overall performance and reliability of their Optimus System. On the other hand, Kelvin Hughes can benefit from Airobotics' expertise in drone technology and autonomous systems, expanding their product portfolio and market reach.

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Airobotics and Kelvin Hughes should explore a strategic partnership to integrate Kelvin Hughes' radar and surveillance systems with Airobotics' Optimus System. This partnership can enhance the performance and reliability of Airobotics' drone-in-a-box platform, while expanding Kelvin Hughes' product portfolio and market reach. The companies should focus on developing a seamless integration of their technologies, addressing potential regulatory and market challenges, and leveraging their complementary strengths to drive growth and innovation in the autonomous systems industry.