Cellen has announced the successful integration of the AerialOGI Neutrino Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) sensor on its H2-6 hydrogen-powered multirotor drone, creating a powerful new platform for advanced aerial emissions monitoring and industrial inspection.
The H2-6 is a hydrogen-fueled hexacopter engineered for long-endurance operations. Powered by a reverse electrolysis fuel cell system, the H2-6 delivers over 130 minutes of flight time, enabling operators to survey multiple sites in a single mission while minimizing downtime. Its fully electric propulsion system reduces mechanical complexity, lowering noise and potential failure points. The aircraft’s modular payload architecture allows quick field swapping between sensors such as EO/IR, LiDAR, and high-resolution visual cameras, making it ideal for a range of industrial and environmental applications.
The integration of the AerialOGI Neutrino enhances the H2-6’s capabilities with high-performance gas detection, featuring 640×512 MWIR resolution and <20 mK thermal sensitivity for visualizing methane, propane, butane, and other volatile organic compounds with exceptional clarity. Meeting EPA performance standards for environmental inspection, the system delivers accurate leak detection from the air, helping operators improve safety and regulatory compliance.
Supporting ArduPilot software, CubePilot hardware, and Herelink for telemetry and HD video transmission up to 20 km, the H2-6 ensures robust mission control and data reliability. An NDAA-compliant configuration is also available, reinforcing Cellen’s commitment to secure, U.S.-manufactured technology.
Key Features
- Long-endurance hydrogen power (130+ minutes)
- High-precision OGI methane detection
- Modular, Made-in-USA system for industrial and environmental missions
