Inspired Flight Technologies (IFT) and Gremsy have formed a strategic partnership, bringing together the IF800 Tomcat drone and the Gremsy VIO F1 for impressive Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) performance and versatility.
This seamlessly integrated solution elevates the capabilities for inspection, law enforcement, and military users. The partnership aims to deliver a comprehensive and powerful drone system that combines the strengths of IFT’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and the precision of Gremsy’s imaging payload.
The VIO F1 lightweight EO/IR gimbal incorporates a 4k zoom sensor, a high-resolution 640×512 radiometric Flir Boson thermal camera, and an integrated laser rangefinder. Connecting to the IF800 Tomcat is made effortless through the innovative Smart Dovetail connection, ensuring a swift and secure attachment.
With the VIO F1 attached, the IF800 Tomcat achieves an impressive flight time of over 40 minutes, and dual hot-swappable batteries enable a quick return to the air for critical missions. The VIO F1’s video signal seamlessly streams to the Inspired Ground Control station for real-time video coverage. Additionally, the built-in laser rangefinder provides precise target data up to 2400m, and the integrated AI tracking simplifies subject framing.
Through collaborative optimization, the IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 payload now seamlessly integrate, presenting users with a drone solution that is both user-friendly and highly efficient. This integrated system opens up new avenues for professionals requiring superior aerial data and imagery.
The thermal package, in particular, positions it as an exemplary choice for diverse enterprise applications, encompassing firefighting, law enforcement, search and rescue, utility inspection, and precision agriculture, among other sectors.
Key features of the partnership include:
- Perfect Synchronization: The IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 payload are meticulously synchronized to ensure precise control and stability during flight operations.
- User-Friendly Interface: The combined system features an intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easy for both novice and experienced drone operators to harness the full potential of the technology.
- Versatile Applications: From first responders to industrial inspections, the IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 payload partnership caters to a wide range of applications, offering users flexibility in their drone operations.
- Reliability and Durability: Both Inspired Flight Technologies and Gremsy are known for their commitment to quality and durability. The partnership ensures a reliable and robust drone solution that can withstand the demands of various environments.
Adam Bilmes, Director of Business Development at Inspired Flight, commented; “We’re excited to bring to market the IF800 Tomcat integrated with the VIO F1 payload as our NDAA-compliant EO/IR solution for Public Safety and Energy Utility customers.
“The capabilities of the VIO F1 during product testing seriously exceeded our expectations, particularly the AI and zoom functions of the camera, and will unlock new levels of data-collection capabilities for our customers.”
Tu Do, Research & Development Manager at Gremsy, added; “Gremsy is excited to collaborate with Inspired Flight, integrating our advanced VIO F1 payload into the IF800 comprehensive drone system. We believe this seamlessly integrated solution ensures outstanding user experience while addressing specific customer needs.”
The IF800 Tomcat and VIO F1 integration are set to be released in Q1 of 2024. Elevate missions to new heights with a certified Blue UAS, the IF800 Tomcat, and the NDAA Compliant Gremsy VIO F1 EO/IR camera.
