Video intelligence transmission could now be executed more efficiently across constrained battlefield networks using Maris-Tech’s Mars-RF-HD drone payload.
The device features a small size, weight, and power profile, allowing integration with various platforms without significant modification.
It integrates directly with an aircraft’s autopilot and operates over radio-frequency (RF) datalinks and long-range (LoRa) wireless communication channels.
Designed to enhance long-range situational awareness, the payload supports a variety of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) missions, including surveillance and loitering munitions.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to continue working with leading defense organizations that challenge us to solve complex engineering problems,” said Israel Bar, chief executive officer of Maris-Tech.
“Enabling visual information over communication channels with such limited bandwidth demonstrates our continued commitment to advancing edge video processing and AI technologies for next-generation unmanned systems.”
Tackling Limited Bandwidth
LoRa technology is valued for its long range and low power consumption, but its limited bandwidth has traditionally restricted its use for real-time video transmission.
Mars-RF-HD aims to address this challenge by using advanced image compression to transmit time-lapse image sequences instead of continuous video.
This allows operators to receive visual intelligence over communication channels that were previously considered unsuitable for video applications.
Samples of the Mars-RF-HD are currently being evaluated by a defense industry customer for potential deployment.
