Custom hardware and sensor integration services from Ascend Engineering provide customized integration of payloads, sensors, onboard computing hardware, and communications systems for autonomous UAV platforms. The company develops tailored hardware and software solutions that enable unmanned aircraft to perform specialized operational tasks across inspection, mapping, surveillance, research, and autonomous mission environments.
UAV Cameras/Gimbals
Ascend Engineering integrates a broad range of camera and gimbal systems including NextVision, Gremsy, SkyDroid, USB cameras, DSLR cameras with SDK support, and Ethernet-based imaging payloads.
Communications Hardware
Communications integration capabilities include Doodle Labs radios, Microhard radios, DTC radios, Herelink systems, and 4G/5G mobile connectivity technologies utilizing Telit, Sierra, and Quectel hardware for VLOS and BVLOS operations.
Onboard Computers
The company also supports onboard computer integration with platforms such as ModalAI VOXL and VOXL2, Nvidia Jetson, and Raspberry Pi systems to enable edge processing, AI-driven autonomy, and advanced data handling.
Sensors & Payloads
Sensor integration services include LiDAR technologies such as Ouster OS1 and Intel RealSense, along with time-of-flight sensors, radar, and sonar devices. Additional capabilities include sensor fusion, bespoke software development, and mission-specific payload functionality for advanced UAV applications.
