Rugged Ground Control Stations & Engineering Services for UAVs & Robotics

NTI Electronics is a specialist developer of rugged electronic hardware products for unmanned systems and robotics, as well as a provider of bespoke design and manufacturing services, with broad experience in tailoring rugged hardware to unique mission requirements.

As a supplier partner, we have been highlighting the company’s unique solutions and capabilities across our channels via the NTI Electronics supplier profile, which was written and built by our team in collaboration with the company. The Gold profile will continue to showcase their mission-critical ground control solutions, as well as their systems customization, mechanical design, and rapid prototyping services.

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The Dragonfly NR-11 is a rugged GCS (ground control station) built around the Durabook R11 platform and specifically designed for the requirements of larger UAVs, UGVs, and robotic systems. Featuring an 11.6-inch full HD screen, it provides the versatility, visibility and enhanced control required for the most complex of missions. High-precision joysticks and ultra-reliable buttons provide operators with the confidence to undertake extremely precise maneuvers.

The highly customizable unit offers a variety of connectivity and I/O options, including Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB Type-C, and HDMI, ensuring seamless compatibility with a wide range of unmanned vehicles and ecosystems. It has ben designed to meet MIL-STD-810H and MIL-STD-461F specifications.

The Dragonfly ND-8 GCS is a lightweight and portable GCS designed to provide convenience and portability for unmanned systems operators while maintaining a comprehensive set of features and functionality. Based on the Durabook R8 platform and providing an 8-inch screen, it is ideal for tactical missions requiring rapid deployment and high mobility, and is highly suited to smaller UAVs and UGVs.

The ND-8 features military-grade connectors and components, and is compliant with MIL-STD-810H standards, ensuring high performance even in the presence of shock, vibration, dust, and extreme temperatures. It offers multiple USB and Ethernet ports, and supports 20V power with an optional DC-DC converter.

The Dragonfly NR-8 is a highly versatile GCS based around a rugged Durabook tablet and offering a rich feature set to suit the needs of unmanned aerial, ground and surface systems operators. It is ideal for a wide range of military, industrial and first responder use cases, including ISR, disaster response, search and rescue, and infrastructure inspection.

The handheld unit provides a variety of customizable interface options including Ethernet 10/100, HDMI, and USB 2.0 and 3.2 Type-C ports, and can be integrated with various DC-DC converters in the 10-75V range to ensure maximum operational flexibility. It can also be tailored with optional add-ons such as specialized joysticks, buttons, and radio transceivers.

NTI Electronics’ Customized Rugged Solutions (CRS) workshop can provide full turnkey systems based around hardware from leading manufacturers such as Durabook, Panasonic, Getac, DT Research, and Dell. The company handles every step of the project lifecycle from initial planning through to production, delivering bespoke solutions that can withstand the harshest of field environments.

NTI’s comprehensive suite of mechanical design services includes blueprint creation, CAD and 3D visualization, layout optimization, and ensuring manufacturability and error prevention. With an unwavering commitment to quality and excellence, they develop robust and reliable designs that can withstand harsh operating conditions and meet stringent military and industrial standards.

The company also specializes in developing engineered harness drawings, providing comprehensive design solutions for defense and industrial applications. Their expertise ensures high-performance cable assemblies and wiring harnesses engineered to meet stringent operational and environmental requirements. High-reliability harness manufacturing services are also available, ensuring exceptional build quality, durability, and compliance with industry standards.

NTI’s rapid prototyping capabilities allow the company to turn your ideas into functional and accurate models with fast turnaround and timely delivery. Tailoring their expertise to each client, NTI utilizes cutting-edge tools and manufacturing technologies to realise your requirements while adhering to strict quality standards.

Each prototype is put through a series of rigorous test procedures, ensuring reliable performance and consistent and repeatable results.

To find out more about NTI Electronics and their ground control solutions and engineering services for UAVs and unmanned systems, please visit their profile page:
https://www.unmannedsystemstechnology.com/company/nti-electronics/