677-A0219 Cobham Aviator UAV-200 System
677-A0219 Cobham Aviator UAV-200
AVIATOR UAV 200, a revolutionary new solution from Cobham, redefines UAV satcom connectivity by integrating everything into one compact, lightweight box.
Connectivity for Unmanned Air Vehicles
Weighing just 1.45kg, AVIATOR UAV 200 is a remarkable 76% lighter than anything comparable on the market – yet still delivers Inmarsat Class 4 services, up to 200kbps data and near real time control of data channels.
Real time surveillance just got lighter!
Tactical UAVs depend upon lightweight components to maximise range, endurance and operational use. However, until now, the size, weight and power requirements of Inmarsat satcom hardware made it impossible to take advantage of the higher speed connectivity
from today’s satellite networks on smaller UAVs.
Features:
Single Line Replaceable Unit solution
• Weight and size-optimised for small tactical UAVs
• Mounted within the airframe
• Inmarsat Class 4 SwiftBroadband
• Full Inmarsat hemisphere coverage to 5° elevation
• Background data service up to 200 kbps
• Streaming class services up to 32 kbps
• User class context control
• System BITE
• Interfaces to aircraft
• DC Power (14 – 28 VDC)
• Nav in via RS-232 or Ethernet
• User interfaces
• 2 x Ethernet
• 2 x RS-232
Mechanical Overview
Single box solution
• Weight 1.45 kg.
• Dimensions: 24 x 16 x 6 cm
• Mid-flange for ground plane and heat
management
• Micro-D connector interface
• Protected user-accessible USIM
Key benefits
Improved situational awareness
• Real-time health monitoring
• View near real-time imagery
• Dynamic aircraft re-routing
• Add crypto for a secure airframe
• Reduce operational costs
AVIATOR UAV 200 matches the connectivity and performance of larger, class-leading satcom systems, but in a far smaller, lighter and less power-demanding package. Not only does this enhance the performance and capabilities of your tactical UAV, but it greatly expands its payload flexibility.
Tactical UAVs depend upon lightweight components to maximise range, endurance and operational use. However, until now, the size, weight and power requirements of Inmarsat satcom hardware made it impossible to take advantage of the higher speed connectivity from today’s satellite networks.
AVIATOR UAV 200, a revolutionary new solution from Cobham SATCOM, redefines UAV satcom connectivity by integrating everything into one compact, lightweight box. Weighing just 1.45 kg, AVIATOR UAV 200 is a remarkable 76% lighter than anything comparable on the market – yet still delivers Inmarsat Class 4 services, up to 200 kbps data and full, real-time control of data channels.
Cobham Aerospace Communications is a leading global developer of state-of-the-art avionics, connectivity and SATCOM (satellite communications) solutions for UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles), drones, RPAS (remotely piloted aircraft systems) and other unmanned vehicles.
Enhanced aircraft control
With AVIATOR UAV 200, operators can now send flight commands to the UAV in real time. By making immediate route adjustments as and when necessary, not only does this significantly enhance mission flexibility but it can help to protect the UAV and other airspace users should it need to avoid potential threats or return to base.
- Improved situational awareness
- LOS to BLOS
- Near real-time route adjustments
- Improved airspace integration
Constant health monitoring
Tactical UAVs are designed to be as durable as possible; however, they are often used in stressful environments where there is risk of damage or system faults.
AVIATOR UAV 200 enables the UAV to send extensive health data in near-real time, allowing operators to have a constant overview of on-board systems and structural integrity. Should any problems be detected, the operator can immediately reroute the UAV back to base for repairs or abort a mission with less risk of collateral damage.
- Real-time health monitoring
- Full flight control
- Real-time mission relevance
- Emergency risk reduction
Live photo streaming
For true “eye in the sky” surveillance and monitoring, it is vital that operators get near real-time visual feedback representing the HD video captured. Previously, tactical UAVs had limited connectivity, meaning that all viewing and decision-making that was based on BLOS situational data, had to be within the limited range of LOS flight or after airframe return. By this time, data will often have lost its tactical or commercial value.
Specification Details
Power Requirements 12 to 32 VDC @ 28W
Dimensions (nominal)
L = 241 mm
W = 157 mm
H = 63 mm
Weight 1.45 kg
Temperature Range -40 °C to + 55 °C
Max Altitude 6000 m (~20000ft) amsl
amsl = Above Mean Sea Level
Frequency Rx: 1518 MHz – 1559 MHz
Tx: 1626.5 MHz – 1660.5 MHz and 1668.0 MHz – 1675. MHz
Compass Safe Distance 15 – 25cm (dependant on position)
GNSS Interference Distance Dependent on the receiver antenna and LNA design. It is
recommended to be more than 45cm
