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MicroPilot Autopilot Successfully Interfaces Landing Assist Functionality

MicroPilot recently announced the successful interface of SightLine Applications’ landing assist functionality with MicroPilot’s autopilots. This new functionality gives integrators the option of a robust landing assist feature. As such, it helps reduce operator workload and training requirements. This feature rolls out in version 3.7.1016 of MicroPilot’s HORIZONmp software.  

Landing Aid features

SightLine Applications’ Landing Aid is a video based landing assist. It enables safe operations, even in GPS degraded (urban canyon, indoors, etc.) or GPS denied environments. Landing Aid uses a down-facing camera mounted on the UAV to track on a specified “landing pattern”. It provides accurate relative-position data to the autopilot. This enables the UAV to land with more precision than conventional GPS. The 8gm video processor enables low SWAP landing assist implementations.  

Need for greater precision

As the use of UAVs expands into a variety of civil and commercial applications, autonomous precision landings become more vital. SightLine’s Landing Aid taps into this need. Its functionality, along with reduced operator workload, and its landing area safety checks, sets Landing Aid apart. Previously, MicroPilot demonstrated compatibility with SightLine video processors, which are in a wide range of ISR gimbaled camera systems. Integrating SightLine Applications’ landing assist functionality with the autopilot was a logical next step. This provides a convenient package encompassing both a professional grade UAV autopilot and video landing assist for the ever-advancing UAV market.  

About MicroPilot

Started in 1994, with 1000 clients in over 85 countries, MicroPilot is the world leader in professional autopilots for UAVs and MAVs. An ISO 9001 autopilot manufacturer, MicroPilot brings to market an ISO 9001 sub 30 gram autopilot, triple redundant autopilot, and full-function general purpose autopilot. It offers a family of lightweight UAV autopilots that can fly fixed-wing, transitional, helicopter, and Multirotor UAVs. MicroPilot also provides complementary products such as the XTENDERmp SDK, and trueHWIL2.   Shop MicroPilot's line of autopilots at Unmanned Systems Source.

MicroPilot autopilot solutions now available at Unmanned Systems Source

April 4, 2017 – Unmanned Systems Source is pleased to announce a new distribution partnership with MicroPilot, producers of full-featured UAV autopilots. “MicroPilot is a world leader in small autopilot systems for UAS,” said Drew Osbrink, Business Development Director for Unmanned Systems Source. "The MicroPilot product line is a great fit for customers looking for a reliable solution to manage complex autonomous behaviors for their UAS platforms,” said Osbrink. Introduced in 2004 and weighing only 28 grams, MicroPilot's MP2x28g2 raised the bar around the world for functionality and value in small UAV autopilots. Paired with this full-feature UAV autopilot, the MicroPilot HORIZONmp ground control software provides a user-friendly, point-and-click interface for mission planning, parameter adjustment, flight monitoring, and mission simulation. Building on the success of these proven innovations, MicroPilot now offers a series of autopilots, software, accessories, and customized UAV training and integration services.  

MicroPilot autopilot solutions

  • Small size without sacrificing functionality: 28 grams, 4 cm by 10 cm
  • GPS waypoint navigation with altitude and airspeed hold
  • Completely independent operation, including autonomous takeoff, bungee launch, hand launch, and landing
  • Powerful script language command set
  • Open architecture – all state fields fully accessible
  • Fully integrated with 3-axis gyros and accelerometers, GPS, pressure altimeter, pressure airspeed sensors, all on a single circuit board
  • Extensive data logging and telemetry capabilities
  • UAV configuration wizard and installation video simplify installation
  • Includes HORIZONmp ground control software
 

Seamless upgrade path

From the single-use autopilot (MP2x28xp) to the powerful VTOL autopilot (MP2128HELI), MicroPilot provides a seamless upgrade path. No other autopilot manufacturer offers this high degree of adaptable technology and range of autopilot options. Once an individual learns how to operate a MicroPilot autopilot, the knowledge translates across the product line. This makes MicroPilot the single-vendor solution for autopilot hardware, software, and accessory needs. MicroPilot’s line of autopilots allows customers to grow and adapt at a fraction of the cost offered by many competitors. Visit Unmanned Systems Source to learn more about MicroPilot's autopilot solutions.  

About MicroPilot

Incorporated in 1994, MicroPilot serves UAV manufacturers who maintain high standards for both the hardware they integrate into their systems and the software that drives them. MicroPilot customers require products that are reliable, scalable and customizable. They have a solid reputation that supplies consistent products, services and support. MicroPilot has maintained itself as the world leader in professional autopilots for UAVs and MAVs.