SkyRanger R70 Unmanned Aircraft System

SkyRanger R70 Unmanned Aircraft System

Developed for the most demanding UAS operations, the SkyRanger R70 establishes a new benchmark for small UAS performance and reliability. With its expanded carrying capacity, open architecture, and advanced autonomy and artificial intelligence, the R70 is redefining what’s possible with a small VTOL UAS.

AUTONOMOUS & INTELLIGENT

With multiple embedded NVIDIA TX2 processors, the R70 is a flying supercomputer with an engine for real-time artificial intelligence at the network edge, including object detection and classification. Four dedicated computer vision cameras – upgraded to max available HD resolution on the latest R70 airframe - enable autonomous operations, landing on a moving platform and flights in GPS-denied environments.

CLASS LEADING IMAGING & MULTI-MISSION PAYLOADS UP TO 3.5 KG

With the StormCaster family of payloads, the R70 provides “Group 2 ISR in a Group 1 UAS”. With the latest prop/motor updates R70 operators can now attach and deliver nearly any object up to 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs). The updated EO/IR Frontcam (320x240 LWIR, 1080p EO 30Hz) provides domain awareness when carrying bottom-mounted, non-camera payloads, or can provide over 210° of simultaneous fore and aft situational awareness surveillance. The EO/IR Frontcam and all FLIR imaging payloads benefit from FLIR’s integrated suite of AI tools and image analytics in both EO & IR , including Object Detection/Classification, Target Tracking, Moving Target Indication, Target Geolocation and Heading & Speed, and Augmented Reality Overlays.

FLEXIBLE & MODULAR

The Unmanned Development Kits (UDK) further extend the R70 platform for end users, enabling complex integrations and rapid development of capabilities to meet tomorrow’s evolving mission sets - integrate custom payloads and sensors, integrate C2 and deploy custom applications on UAS hardware. The latest R70 airframe includes a ruggedized connector providing access to aircraft power and communication networks, for persistent operations with the Tether Kit, and a rear-mount accessory port for Teledyne FLIR and 3rd party capabilities.

RESILIENT & BATTLE-TESTED

The R70’s carbon fiber and magnesium airframe is tested to IP-54/MIL810G environmental tolerances. In flight the R70 can withstand sustained winds up to 65 kph (40 mph), and operate up to 15,000’ MSL. Mission success is underpinned by a robust digital MIMO communications link and two independent navigation subsystems. The R70 is able to execute semi-autonomous missions without an active command link for operations in RF-denied environments.