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Germandrones has established itself as a specialist in professional drone technology, thanks to the development of a unique VTOL (vertical take-off drone) called Songbird.

The Germandrones Songbird UAV combines the benefits of multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAVs: due to its vertical start and landing capabilities, the Songbird does not require a dedicated runway and thus considerably reduces the risk of damage to the UAV or payload. Its excellent flying properties also allow operation at high wind speeds up to Force 8 (18 meters per second). Its ease of transport, tool-free assembly, long service life and low operating costs make it a very interesting tool for all users who want to cover large areas or long distances.

During 2017 the powerful German security and services group CONDOR invested into Germandrones to support its development. Since 1978, CONDOR has been a specialist for security solutions in Germany. The company employs 950 people and has a vast network with 15 branches spread out across the country. CONDOR offers a wide range of services, ranging from airport security and logistics to dangerous sites. CONDOR serves clients with various UAV solutions, from sales and maintenance to worldwide inspections including oil- and gas exploration. CONDOR has been named as one of the 3 most innovative suppliers in the world by DEUTSCHE BAHN AG.

A win-win agreement

This agreement will enable DRONE VOLT to distribute its flagship products, the HERCULES and AERIALTRONICS PENSAR ranges, via the CONDOR / Germandrones sales force.

At the same time, DRONE VOLT will expand its catalogue to include the Germandrones Songbird, a product that perfectly complements the Group’s existing offer.

The two partners are already considering how to expand their initial agreement and the synergies that are to be considered.

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AERIALTRONICS, a brand from DRONE VOLT Group, officially launches the new version of its PENSAR camera-computer driven by artificial intelligence.

A true technological feat, PENSAR is one of the world’s first platforms with dual spectrum digital vision that allows real-time analysis of images or data. Infinitely customizable, it can be mounted on professional drone, mobile robot or used as an independent camera.

One of the world’s first dual spectrum digital vision platforms with real-time analysis

PENSAR, developed in AERIALTRONICS’ artificial intelligence laboratory, is one of the world’s first dual spectrum digital vision platforms dedicated to real-time data analysis using a miniaturized NVIDIA® embedded processor with 1.5 teraflops of power. Its computing power, accelerated by the NVIDIA® Jetson™ GPU processor in the NVIDIA® Jetson™ module, enables it to detect, recognize, analyze and classify objects or people in real time. Simultaneous data acquisition and processing allows for immediate decision making.

Its integrated camera with a 30x optical zoom makes it possible to spot very small details. Another FLIR thermal camera is used to identify heat sources and determine their temperature. The streams from these two cameras, recorded simultaneously, help optimize image analysis in day and night time and bad weather conditions.

Unlimited potential for infinite applications 

Infinitely customizable, this camera-computer offers unlimited potential and can be designed and adapted for multiple applications: surveillance, inspection, public security and anti-terrorist operations, search and rescue, etc. It can be used in a wide range of applications.

It’s equipped with a system for facial recognition, object recognition such as license plates, animal recognition animals and similar tasks. A digital “privacy mask” can be integrated into the images to guarantee confidentiality and anonymity.

The intelligent platform comes with an Ubuntu Linux Open Source operating system that allows you to customize it to suit your needs. PENSAR is compatible with open source libraries such as Google’s Tensor Flow.