Miniature ADS-B Technology (Transceivers/Receivers) and Drone Tracking Transponders for sUAS & UTM/U-Space

Micro-ADS-B Receiver with ADS-B OUT

TT-MC1 – High-Performance ADS-B Solution for Ground Stations

The TT-MC1 is a high-performance OEM ADS-B receiver designed for use in UAV ground stations. With improved frame processing rate and the addition of Mode-A/C/S, precision timestamping, extra I/O interfaces and the ability to generate digital ADS-B OUT signals, the TT-MC1 is the most technologically advanced micro-ADS-B solution on the market.

FPGA-In-The-Loop technology, combined with a high-resolution ADC providing adaptive real-time signal processing, results in a powerful aircraft tracking solution capable of receiving thousands of frames per second. RF power measurement for each frame allows distance estimation for Mode-A/C/S operation, and precision timestamping provides multilateration capability.

Weighing just 2 grams and with a surface area of 4 cm², the TT-MC1 is an ideal solution for a range of unmanned aircraft applications, including SAA/DAA (Sense and Avoid / Detect and Avoid), surveillance, traffic analysis, and unmanned traffic management (UTM) systems.

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Miniature ADS-B Receiver

TT-SC1 – Low-Cost UAV ADS-B Receiver

The TT-SC1 is a low-cost OEM receiver designed for UAV detect-and-avoid (DAA) applications. With ADS-B capabilities, it has the ability to track up to 100 aircraft.

A high sensitivity front-end provides jamming and ESD protection with ranges of over 120 miles.

The TT-SC1 weighs 1.5g and has a surface area of 2 cm², making it ideal for SWaP-conscious unmanned aircraft.

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OEM UAV ADS-B Receiver

TT-SC1-EXT – ADS-B and Mode A/C/S Receiver

The TT-SC1-EXT is a high-performance OEM receiver for UAV collision avoidance applications and UTM/U-space systems. It can receive ADS-B and Mode A/C/S and features built-in RF signal strength/quality analysis.

The scalable OEM solution is easy to integrate and can be configured via UART interface and AT commands.

With a weight of just 1.5g, current consumption of 70mA and a surface area of 2 cm2, it is ideal for SWaP-conscious unmanned aircraft.

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Miniature ADS­B/GNSS/FLARM Transceiver

TT-SF1 – Drone Detect-and-Avoid Transceiver

The TT-SF1 is a high-performance OEM transceiver combining ADS-B, GNSS and FLARM capabilities. Based on proven FPGA-In-The­Loop technology, it allows high-speed RF data processing with a significantly reduced number of electronic components.

The module supports a variety of protocols including AERO and MAVLink, and can be easily configured via UART and AT commands.

With best-in-class aircraft tracking, it is ideal for drone detect-and avoid applications and UAS ground stations.

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OEM ADS-B/GNSS Receiver

TT-SG1 – UAV Sense-and-Avoid Receiver

The TT-SG1 is a high-performance OEM receiver providing both ADS-B and GNSS capabilities. Based on proven FPGA-In-The­Loop technology, the miniaturized module allows high-speed RF data processing with a significantly reduced number of electronic components.

The module is easily integrated into almost any system, and can be easily configured via UART and AT commands. The flexible device can be customized with non­standard functions.

With best-in-class aircraft tracking, it is ideal for detect-and avoid systems, UAS ground stations and UTM/U-Space applications.

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Plug&Play ADS-B Receiver

Aero – Ultra-Low Weight ADS-B Receiver

Aero is the world’s smallest and lightest Plug&Play ADS-B receiver and has been developed for civil and commercial UAS/UAVs.

The Aero module operates on 1090MHz, tracking nearby manned air traffic (equipped with ADS-B technology) in real-time. Simply plug&play with MAVLink devices for easy integration.

The module weighs just 2.8g (with antenna) and has a low power consumption, making it ideal for SWaP constrained UAVs. The unit costs just €159.

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Aero Pro – Compact ADS-B Receiver with Multiple Protocols

The Aero Pro is an ultra-lightweight and compact plug & play ADS-B receiver specifically designed for civil and commercial UAS/UAVs. It provides compatibility with MAVLink devices as well as CSV, GDL90 and ASTERIX protocols.

Operating on 1090MHz, it provides real-time tracking of nearby manned air traffic equipped with ADS-B technology.

The low-power module is ideal for SWaP-constrained UAVs, and features a USB port for easy and convenient firmware updating.

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Next-Generation Miniature ADS-B Transceiver with Integrated GNSS

TR-1A – Drone Detect-and-Avoid Transceiver

The TR-1A is our second-generation miniature ADS-B transceiver for civil and commercial UAS. Weighing just 14 grams and incorporating a high-quality GNSS receiver and barometric altitude sensor, it requires no external hardware and is ideal for implementation of drone detect-and-avoid algorithms.

The module provides real-time position broadcasting and aircraft tracking on the 1090 MHz frequency, with defined output power levels of 0.25, 0.5 or 1W.

The TR-1A is designed around our patented FPGA-In-The-Loop technology and is capable of receiving thousands of frames per second, with built-in support for MAVLink and AERO communications protocols. The module is encased in a rugged aluminium housing with ESD protection, providing reliable operation even in demanding environments.

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ADS-B and FLARM Transceiver with Integrated GNSS

TR-1F – Detect-and-Avoid Transceiver for UAS

The TR-1F is a miniature transceiver supporting both ADS-B and FLARM, providing DAA/SAA capabilities for civil and commercial UAS and paving the way for safe integration of drones into non­segregated airspace.

The module operates on both 1090MHz and 868 MHz frequencies, and allows transmitting and receiving of ADS-B and FLARM data, with defined 0.25, 0.5 or 1W output power for ADS­B and 0.025W for FLARM.

Designed around our patented FPGA-In-The-Loop technology and capable of receiving thousands of frames per second, the TR-1F features an integrated multi-GNSS receiver and pressure sensor, and requires no external hardware. The rugged aluminium housing and ESD protection make the unit ideal for operation in challenging conditions.

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UAS Tracking Transponder with LTE Modem and FLARM

Hook-On-Device – Drone Tracking for UTM

The Hook-On-Device is a compact and lightweight UAS transponder with integrated LTE modem and SIM card that transmits its current GNSS position via FLARM to the leading Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) system developed by DFS. The highly integrated multi-band transceiver provides a comprehensive, future-proof UTM and U-Space solution for tracking, Remote ID and collision avoidance.

The module can also receive FLARM and ADS-B broadcasts from surrounding air traffic, and can add this data to the location data transmitted to the UTM system. A web-based UTM interface allows drone pilots and air traffic controllers to easily view the positions of both the drone and other aircraft in the vicinity.

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ASTM-Compliant UAS Remote ID and Tracking

idME – Drone Identification and Tracking Module

The idME is a low-SWaP module that has been designed to meet the standards for remote drone identification and localization as set out by ASTM International (F3411 − 19). It uses BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) to provide surveillance information and easy drone and operator identification capabilities.

Data can be displayed on a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet, and the device itself can be easily interfaced with a Pixhawk drone controller via a JST connector. An external position source can be connected to provide data using the MAVLink protocol.

The module can be programmed to deliver custom broadcast messages that provide information such as drone identification number and type of aircraft.

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idME+ – Drone Remote ID with Integrated GNSS

The idME is a low-SWaP drone Remote ID module that includes a built-in high-quality multi-GNSS receiver and barometric altitude sensor. It can be easily interfaced with a Pixhawk controller via JST, or operate as a completely independent device that requires only a power connection to run.

Designed to meet the standards for remote drone identification and localization as set out by ASTM International (F3411 − 19), it uses BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) to provide surveillance information and easy drone and operator identification capabilities.

Data can be displayed on a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet, and the module can be programmed via AT commands to configure broadcast messages with info such as drone identification number or type of aircraft.

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idME PRO – Drone Remote ID with Wi-Fi & BLE

The idME PRO is our most advanced Remote ID module for UAS, designed to meet the newest standards set out by ASTM and ASD-STAN. Utilizing both Wi-Fi and BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), it delivers surveillance and drone operator identification capabilities and is also equipped with a GNSS antenna.

The module can be easily connected to a Pixhawk controller and supports the latest MAVLink protocol. AT commands allow users to easily configure elements of broadcast messages such as drone identification number and type of aircraft.

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PoE ADS-B Receiver Station with MLAT

AERO-RPi-HAT – ADS-B Receiver with Integrated GNSS

Based on the well-known Raspberry Pi single-board computer, the AERO-RPi-HAT is designed for UAS ground stations, unmanned traffic management/U-space proof-of-concept projects, and UAS data collection applications.

The unit is based around the TT-MC1a 1090MHz receiver, and features integrated GNSS technology that allows users to mark frames with an accurate timestamp for multilateration purposes.

Output data is available in Aero ASCII protocol, raw format (with or without signal strength), Asterix, or MAVLink. The AERO-RPi-HAT can also be customized upon request to output in a user’s own protocol.

Easy outdoor installation is facilitated by PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) technology, and the AERO-RPi-HAT also includes an integrated temperature and air quality sensor.

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The OGS Station is an omni-directional ground receiver station with ADS-B, FLARM and GNSS capabilities. Featuring LTE connectivity for versatile operation with reduced cabling, it has a range of up to 500 km for ADS-B and 70 km for FLARM.

Enclosed in an IP67-rated weather-resistant housing, it is ideal for persistent airspace monitoring and safety-critical BVLOS drone applications.

Our high-gain Sector Antenna is ideal for the design of ADS-B and FLARM systems requiring high-sensitivity receivers for drone tracking in UTM and U-Space applications.

Featuring an integrated multi-GNSS receiver for precision time-stamping, the durable and watertight Sector Antenna can be easily networked via Ethernet/PoE or LTE.

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