PAYLOADS

SOFTWARE

ASCENTQ

Our unique version of the open-sourced QGroundControl GCS software, AscentQ, is tailored to fly our coaxial UAVs. AscentQ features: a simplified user interface, streamlined checklists, custom configuration menus and dedicated payload control widgets, creating a more intuitive, more userfriendly experience for the operator.

UXV Navigator Tab 5

Easily extendable add-on to existing Android-based Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5

-2×2 Axis joysticks with push button mechanism,
-12 push button
-2×1 Axis joysticks with push button mechanism,
-Stylus pen holder
-USB-C for charging, HDMI output
-Size: 12.12 x 5.39 x 2.48 inches
-Weight: 2.1 lbs (1.12 lbs excluding tablet)

Herelink 5

Android-based all-in-one control, telemetry, and video

-Up to 20km in FCC mode, 12km in CE mode
-WiFi, Bluetooth, and USB to connect with other devices
-Battery life: 2-4 hours
-Size: 8.5 in x 4.2 in x 1.2 in
-Weight: 1.2 lbs

Microhard DDL

Microhard Digital Data Link radios provide secure and reliable point-to-point and point-to-multipoint applications where high bandwidth links are required.

Doodle Labs

DoodleLABs SWaP-optimized Mesh Rider® radios offer long-range, high-bandwidth mesh networks for uncrewed systems and are NDAAcompliant. They feature a multi-band capability covering the M1-M6 frequency bands (1625 – 2500 MHz) within a single radio, offering a robust and versatile solution for various applications

Herelink DDL 2.4ghz
An integrated remote controller, ground station, and wireless digital transmission system designed to be used with the Cube Autopilot, Ardupilot or PX4. Herelink allows RC control, HD video, and telemetry data to be transmitted up to 20km between the ground station and air unit.

L3 Harris Falcon III RF-7850A-UA Unmanned Aircraft Networking Radio

Compact SWaP profile, allowing for reliable high-speed data and video transmission.Offers full interoperability with L3Harris wideband radios and traditional narrowband waveforms, including Combat Net Radio (CNR)

L3 Harris RF300M-DL (C) Small Secure Data Link (SSDL)

Single-channel, easily embedded tactical radio with a reduced SWaP that provides multiband, multimode networking capabilities.
JTRS-approved with a SCA compliant architecture

PAYLOAD DEVELOPMENT KITS (PDK)

Ascent’s available Product Development Kits (PDKs) extend payload customization capability to the Integrator or the Operator, making it easy to quickly configure custom, mission-specific payloads and sensors as requirements change. The PDK includes CAD files and other resources needed for seamless electrical, mechanical, and software integrations. PDKs can be used to integrate payloads to the top or bottom of the Spirit or to the bottom of the NX30.

Custom Payloads for Specialized Missions

The Payload Development Kit (PDK) further extends payload development to end users, enabling the rapid development of other mission-specific payloads. The PDK provides a full set of payload development tools for electrical, mechanical, and software integration.

Three PDKs are available: 

1. Terminal PDK – used to integrate payloads to the top or bottom of the core
2. Intermediate PDK – used to integrate payloads between a battery and a payload.
3. Landing Gear PDK – allows integration of both a sensor and landing gear to the bottom of the aircraft.

Standardized pinouts on the PDKs distribute power and data to the top and bottom of the core and integrate directly with the autopilot.

CUSTOM PAYLOAD OPTIONS

If the specific payload you need is not mentioned here, connect with one of our experts to discuss integration options. Ascent AeroSystems platforms feature a modular open systems approach (MOSA) which enables the quick and easy integration of virtually any radio, custom sensor, specialty payload, or ground control system.