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The DX-3 Vanguard is the most disruptive long-range drone to enter the market, with a specialization in extended flight duration, remote inspections, and motoring. The DX-3 Vanguard features hydrogen fuel cell batteries – capable of 25hrs of flight, LiDAR and Infrared cameras, and is capable of beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flight.

 The Vanguard is designed to perform in challenging conditions and deliver live data processing. It can carry up to 3kg of payload. It has sensors, including high-resolution cameras, and can also be used for LiDAR Imagery for 3D mapping.

Features

• 24-Hour flight time
• 1500km Range
• Satellite, Radio, and Cellular capabilities providing beyond visual line-of-sight
• Vertical take-off and landing (VTOL)

Specification

Dimensions

• Wingspan  -  4.0m
• Length  -  2.4m
• Height (landing gear extended)  -  0.685m
• Height (landing gear retracted)  -  0.45m

Weight

• w/ max gas  -  34kg
• w/ VTOL batteries + max gas  -  41kg
• w/ VTOL batteries + max. gas + max. payload  -  46 kg
• Airframe and Avionics Only  -  27.3kg

Flight Parameters

• Cruise speed  -  90 to 112 km/h (25 m/s to 28 m/s)
• Min/Max speed  -  60 km/h (stall) to 144 km/h
• Min/Max AoA  -  -8 to +8 degrees
• Wind resistance  -  30km/h crosswinds
• Service Ceiling  -  4.0 m
• Operating Temperature  -  -15 to +40℉C (-4 to 104℉F)

Propulsion Systems

• Forward Flight  -  gas engine
• VTOL  -  4 x ducted fans + rotated gas engine
• VTOL Batteries  -  2 x 3.7 kg LiPo batteries (ea. 16000mAh) Chargers included, 12 min. fast charge per battery
• Gasoline fuel  -  Up to 7kg of automotive-grade gasoline

VTOL Transition Parameters

• Total VTOL Hovering Time  -  5 minutes
• Climb to 30m (100ft)  -  ~15 seconds
• VTOL Transition  -  12 seconds (no wind)
• Note:  -  transition is automated

Communications

• Radio  -  900MHz and 2.4GHz radios, up to 10km Directional antenna and amplifiers may extend to 100km
• Cellular  -  3G & 4G LTE, capable of streaming live payload, telemetry, and control data
• Satellite  -  GEO satellite constellation, global coverage Up to 100 kbps for telemetry, control and pilot FPV cams

Source - https://theskyguys.ca/drone-technology/dx-3-vanguard/

The LX-1 “Echelon” is a professional-grade hexacopter equipped with LiDAR sensing payload designed for a wide range of high-resolution 3D mapping and surveying applications. With a total take-off weight of 12kg, the LX-1 can produce stitched 3D maps with 2-3cm accuracy—allowing surveyors to measure topography on a wide scale, and power line operators to inspect their lines and surrounding vegetation. The software system is plug-and-play, so that the pilot can record and process data without the need for advanced remote sensing or GIS expertise. The complete package flies for up to 20 minutes, built with survey-grade dependability and all-round user friendliness in mind.

Features

• Power Lines & Linear Corridors
• Forestry & Environmental Management
• Transportation & Construction
• Topographic Surveying & Mapping
• Volumetrics and Aggregates
• Accurate Data. LiDAR resolution <3cm with telemetry, RTK, and Kalman filtering for stitching.
• Simple Software. User interfaces for operating the LiDAR payload and the 3D stitching.
• First Person Views. The LX-1 comes integrated with a front-facing camera that live streams to the pilot’s hand controller, making it easier for experts and non-experts to fly.
• 3D-Printable Spares. The LX-1 is based on DJI’s M600 hexacopter platform with all mechanical modifications fully 3D-printable! Should you ever require spare parts, you can print them yourself or we can print and send them to you.
• Rugged transport case. The LX-1 package is delivered in a rugged transport case that can easily fit into pickup truck bays or be shipped as oversized baggage.

Specifications

Dimentions & Weight

• Diagonal Wheelbase  -  1133 mm
• Aircraft Dimensions (Propellers, frame arms and GPS/RTK mounts unfolded)  -  1688 mm x 1518 mm x 859 mm
• Aircraft Dimensions (Frame arms and GPS/RTK mounts folded)  -  640 mm x 582 mm x 673 mm
• Weight (with six TB47S batteries + LiDAR attachments)  -  12.1 kg
• Max Takeoff Weight  -  15.1 kg

Drone

• Motor Models  -  DJI 6010
• Propeller Model  -  DJI 2170
• Retractable Landing Gear  -  Standard
• Operating Temperature  -  14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
• Charger Model  -  A14-100P1A
• Charger Voltage Output  -  26.3 V
• Max Angular Velocity  -  Pitch: 300°/s, Yaw: 150°/s
• Max Pitch Angle  -  25*
• Max Speed of Ascent  -  5 m/s
• Max Speed of Descent  -  3 m/s
• Max Wind Resistance  -  8 m/s
• Max Flight Altitude above Sea Level  -  2500 m
• Max Speed  -  18 m/s (No wind) – flying at 5m/s or slower is recommended for best LiDAR quality
• Hovering Time  -  3 kg LiDAR payload attachments: 20 min
• Flight Control System Model  -  A3 + custom microcontroller for LiDAR payload

 Flight Battery

• Model  -  TB47S
• Capacity  -  4500 mAh
• Voltage  -  22.2 V
• Type  -  LiPo 6S
• Energy  -  99.9 Wh
• Net Weight  -  595 g
• Operating Temperature  -  14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
• Storage Temperature (less than 3 months)  -  -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C)
• Storage Temperature (more than 3 months)  -  72° to 82° F (22° to 28° C)
• Max Charging Power  -  180 W

Remote Controller Specs

• Operating Frequency  -  5.725 GHz to 5.825 GHz 2.400 GHz to 2.483 GHz
• Max Transmission Distance (unobstructed, free of interference)  -  FCC Compliant: 3.1 miles (5 km)
• Mobile Device Holder  -  Supports smartphones and tablets
• Output Power  -  9 W
• Operating Temperature  -  14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C)
• Storage Temperature (less than 3 months)  -  -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C)
• Storage Temperature (more than 3 months)  -  -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C)
• Charge Temperature  -  32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
• Built-in Battery  -  6000 mAh, 2S LiPo
• Max Tablet Width  -  170 mm

Source - https://theskyguys.ca/drone-technology/lx-1-echelon/