Wireless Datalink Technology for UAV & Drones

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Overview Wireless Datalink Technology for UAV & Drones
By Technology Editor Last updated: December 5th, 2022

Datalink Technology

Wireless Communication RF Power Amplifier by Triad RF Systems

Wireless Communication RF Power Amplifier by Triad RF Systems

Wireless datalinks transmit data from one point to another without the use of cables or other physically wired systems, and typically use frequencies in the radio and microwave portions of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Wireless communication technology is an essential part of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and other unmanned vehicles, carrying out such tasks as sending commands from a GCS (ground control station) to a drone autopilot, transmitting telemetry data from a drone to the GCS, and transmitting video, images and other data from drone sensor payloads.

Smaller drones may be equipped with a Wi-Fi transceiver that enables them to form a wireless link. However, Wi-Fi has a limited range of less than a kilometre, and outside of urban areas that may have extensive Wi-Fi coverage, greater ranges may be required. Drones that need to operate BVLOS (beyond visual line of sight) or be controlled in remote areas over large distances will require a different solution.

Advanced Wireless Communication Datalink System by Commtact
Advanced Wireless Communication Datalink System by Commtact

Wireless Datalink for Drone Communication

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In addition to long ranges, drone datalink communication also needs to be able to handle the high speeds at which unmanned aircraft can fly, as these speeds can affect the spectral efficiency of the datalink. The wireless communication method must also have sufficient bandwidth to support the data rate requirements of the application. Sophisticated drone sensor payloads can stream real-time video in high-definition, requiring significant data throughput. A drone datalink also needs to have as large an uptime as possible, particularly for drones using real-time sense-and-avoid technologies that require near-constant availability to operate.

Lower frequency bands such as HF (3 – 30 MHz) and VHF (30 – 300 MHz) have become very congested as the number of aircraft has increased, and so UAV datalinks have increasingly moved into the L-band (1 – 2 Ghz). The wider band allows for wider channels that can support the high data rates of modern sensors.

Tactical Datalinks for Drones

Military and government UAVs may have additional requirements for their wireless datalinks. These include advanced data encryption for maximum security, as well as anti-jamming and anti-spoofing capabilities. The datalink should also be difficult to detect in order to reduce the likelihood of the UAV being located.

Tactical Datalink Technology by Radionor
Tactical Datalink Technology by Radionor

UAV Datalink Capabilities

Drone datalink capabilities can be extended by using radios with MIMO (multiple-input multiple-output) wireless technology. MIMO allows both the reliability and the capacity of a radio link to be expanded by using multiple antennas at both the transmitter and receiver. This antenna diversity introduces additional signal paths that can be used to improve the signal-to-noise ratio of the link. The additional antennas can be also used for multiplexing, in which the different paths are used to carry multiple data streams.

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muLTElink

Dual-band airborne radio system for CNPC & payload data links

Dual-band airborne radio system for CNPC & payload data links
muLTElink is a lightweight, dual-band airborne radio system engineered for secure and reliable comma...
BluSDR-90-UL

Ultra-lightweight 10W OEM radio module for long-range UAV communications

Ultra-lightweight 10W OEM radio module for long-range UAV communications
DTC’s BluSDR-90-UL radio is optimized for providing long-range communications for mission-critical...
BluSDR-6

Low SWAP-C OEM radio module for short range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C OEM radio module for short range wireless communications
...able for small drone platforms operating in short range applications up to 6km in range. ...
BluSDR-30

Low SWAP-C 2x1W OEM radio module for medium range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C 2x1W OEM radio module for medium range wireless communications
...able for small drone platforms operating in medium range applications up to 30km in range. ...
BluSDR-90

Low SWAP-C 2x5W OEM radio module for long range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C 2x5W OEM radio module for long range wireless communications
...for long-range UAV products. With its small form factor and designed for environmental resistance,...
BluSDR-200

Low SWAP-C 2x15W OEM radio module for extra-long range wireless communications

Low SWAP-C 2x15W OEM radio module for extra-long range wireless communications
...y suitable for drone platforms operating in extra-long range applications up to 200km. ...
VersaWave SATCOM

UAV SATCOM solution for BVLOS & real-time video streaming

UAV SATCOM solution for BVLOS & real-time video streaming
...erial vehicle (UAV) operators. Based on Inmarsat’s SwiftBroadband L-band services, it is the...
DLS-140â„¢ Datalink

Midband IP Satellite and Cellular Datalink

Midband IP Satellite and Cellular Datalink
...e and cellular technology to support voice and data for aviation. This compact and versatile...
IMSâ„¢ UAV Satcom

Integrated Mission System & Satcom for UAV

Integrated Mission System & Satcom for UAV
......Other key features and capabilities of the IMS-350 server and UAV datalink include: ...rial vehicles (UAV) satellite communications, cellular, and Wi-Fi capabilities for mission-critical...
Velaris 200

Fully-integrated IP67-rated satcom module & antenna solution

Fully-integrated IP67-rated satcom module & antenna solution
The Velaris 200 is a fully-integrated IP67-rated unit that combines the Velaris Satcom Module with t...
Velaris Module

Low-SWaP satcom terminal for UAV communications

Low-SWaP satcom terminal for UAV communications
The Velaris Module is a low-SWaP (Size, Weight and Power) module that provides access to Viasat Vela...
Velaris Multilink Module

Satcom & LTE module with built-in edge computing

Satcom & LTE module with built-in edge computing
......oviding onboard edge computing capabilities and easy integration with UAV sensors &...
ViuRC5

Ground Remote Controller for Drones & Robotics

Ground Remote Controller for Drones & Robotics
The ViuRC5 Ground Remote Controller is an advanced communication solution engineered to ensure secur...
Viulinx PRO

Ultra-reliable 1.4, 2.4 & 5.8GHz wireless datalinks for drones & robotics

Ultra-reliable 1.4, 2.4 & 5.8GHz wireless datalinks for drones & robotics
... datalinks for drones and robotics provides transmission of high-definition video, command and...
Viulinx DUO

OEM & enclosed 2.4 & 5GHz wireless datalink for drones & robotics

OEM & enclosed 2.4 & 5GHz wireless datalink for drones & robotics
... bidirectional datalink for drones and robotics, providing transmission of high-definition video,...
ViuMesh Lite

Long-range wireless datalink with mesh networking capability for up to 42 nodes

Long-range wireless datalink with mesh networking capability for up to 42 nodes
...t MIMO antenna datalink for drones and robotics that is capable of mesh capabilities with networks...
ViuMesh Pro

Long-range wireless datalink with mesh networking capability for up to 64 nodes

Long-range wireless datalink with mesh networking capability for up to 64 nodes
...t MIMO antenna datalink for drones and robotics that is capable of mesh capabilities with networks...
ViuLinx MINI

Miniature wireless drone datalink with range of up to 15 km

Miniature wireless drone datalink with range of up to 15 km
... bidirectional datalink for drones and robotics, providing transmission of high-definition video,...
Viulinx M

Bidirectional wireless datalink designed specially for USVs

Bidirectional wireless datalink designed specially for USVs
... bidirectional datalink that has been designed specially for USVs (uncrewed surface vessels),...
Viulinx PRO-N

NDAA-compliant 2.4 GHz wireless datalink for drones & robotics

NDAA-compliant 2.4 GHz wireless datalink for drones & robotics
... bidirectional datalink for drones and robotics, providing transmission of high-definition video,...
Viulinx DUO-N

NDAA-compliant 2.4 & 5GHz wireless datalink for drones & robotics

NDAA-compliant 2.4 & 5GHz wireless datalink for drones & robotics
... bidirectional datalink for drones and robotics, providing transmission of high-definition video,...
Viulinx Quad-Band

Quad-band drone datalinks with 0.5 or 2W output power

Quad-band drone datalinks with 0.5 or 2W output power
... bidirectional datalink for drones and robotics, providing transmission of high-definition video,...
UAV Datalink

Remote control, video & data link with range of up to 200 km

Remote control, video & data link with range of up to 200 km
...pectrum (FHSS) technology and providing up to 6Mbps of bandwidth, it is available with four RF band...
RockBLOCK 9603 SATCOM Module

Compact Iridium Short Burst Data SATCOM module for drones & unmanned systems

Compact Iridium Short Burst Data SATCOM module for drones & unmanned systems
...ce-constrained UAV and robotics designs. Weighing just 36 grams with a footprint of 45 x 45 x 15mm,...
RockREMOTE IoT Connectivity Solution

Iridium & LTE solution for Industrial IoT communications

Iridium & LTE solution for Industrial IoT communications
...unications for drones and unmanned systems located anywhere in the world, and can seamlessly switch...
ZY-DA15A UAV Datalink

Integrated Data and Video Link for UAVs

Integrated Data and Video Link for UAVs
ZY-DA15A UAV data link is a data communication module for unmanned aircrafts independently developed...
Boxed Halo Connectivity Solution

Cellular connectivity solution for BVLOS drones & unmanned systems

Cellular connectivity solution for BVLOS drones & unmanned systems
Halo is a state-of-the-art connectivity solution for UAVs and unmanned systems, leveraging powerful ...
Mini Mesh Rider Radio

For SWaP-conscious platforms. 2×2 MIMO in a mini form factor.

For SWaP-conscious platforms. 2×2 MIMO in a mini form factor.
A high-performance mesh radio with a small footprint and incredibly long range, capable of routinely...
Nano Mesh Rider Radio

For the smallest robotic systems. The smallest, lowest-SWaP, high-performance mesh radio available.

For the smallest robotic systems. The smallest, lowest-SWaP, high-performance mesh radio available.
...credibly small drones to perform in challenging environments, like indoor inspection of buildings or...
Thales VesseLINK 700

Maritime SATCOM solution with global coverage

Maritime SATCOM solution with global coverage
The VesseLINK 700 is a rugged maritime SATCOM terminal that provides global satellite coverage for u...
Cobham SAILOR 4300

Maritime SATCOM terminal for internet and Connected Ship applications

Maritime SATCOM terminal for internet and Connected Ship applications
The Cobham SAILOR 4300 is a maritime SATCOM terminal that delivers Iridium Certus 700 connectivity t...
Intellian C700

Broadband SATCOM terminal for maritime IoT

Broadband SATCOM terminal for maritime IoT
The Intellian C700 is a maritime SATCOM terminal that provides USVs with Iridium Certus 700 connecti...
Thales VesseLINK 200

Maritime SATCOM for USVs with Iridium Certus 200 connectivity

Maritime SATCOM for USVs with Iridium Certus 200 connectivity
The Thales VesseLINK 200 is a rugged maritime SATCOM terminal that provides Iridium Certus 200 broad...
Blue Sky Network Skylink 6100

Midband SATCOM terminal for maritime data, telemetry, and monitoring

Midband SATCOM terminal for maritime data, telemetry, and monitoring
The Skylink 6100 is a midband maritime SATCOM terminal powered by Iridium Certus 100 connectivity an...
AKSON C-Band Data Link

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs
... for real-time UAV command and control, telemetry and streaming video. The system compresses data...
C Band UAV Data Link

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs
C Band UAV Data Link is a compact and high data rate digital datalink for UAV Intelligence,...
S Band TDMA MESH (ADHOC) Data Link

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs
S Band TDMA MESH (ADHOC) Data Link is a compact data link based on TDMA communication, algorithm, en...
L Band TDMA MESH (ADHOC) Data Link

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs

Tactical LOS communication and control for UAVs
L Band TDMA MESH (ADHOC) Data Link is compact data link based on TDMA communication algorithm, enabl...
SL300 Anti-Jamming Modem

Mobile Data Link Modem for Harsh Operational Environments

Mobile Data Link Modem for Harsh Operational Environments
The SL300 Data Link Modem from Simpulse is a high-performance mobile communications solution enginee...
PLANET 8888 Terminal

Rugged SATCOM terminal with Video Streaming Capability

Rugged SATCOM terminal with Video Streaming Capability
Meets Global Operations Connectivity requirements of UAVs for BVLOS operations: control and command ...
PLANET 9770 UAV-F Terminal

UAV SATCOM Terminal 5G / LEO Iridium Certus 100

UAV SATCOM Terminal 5G / LEO Iridium Certus 100
...ential of your UAV with the revolutionary PLANET 9770 UAV-F Terminal . This powerful terminal breaks...
PLANET 9770 UAV-L Terminal

UAV SATCOM terminal with Iridium Certus 100

UAV SATCOM terminal with Iridium Certus 100
...he PLANET 9770 UAV-L SATCOM terminal provides robust midband satellite connectivity for UAVs via the...
PLANET 9770 FTI Terminal

Rugged SATCOM terminal for certified UAVs

Rugged SATCOM terminal for certified UAVs
...t of prototype drone platforms, and can be easily integrated into a wide range of airframes...
PLANET 9523 TC06 Board

OEM board for UAV SATCOM & LTE connectivity

OEM board for UAV SATCOM & LTE connectivity
The PLANET 9523 TC06 Board is an OEM solution that allows manufacturers and systems integrators to e...
PLANET 9523 UAV Terminal

Light UAV SATCOM

Light UAV SATCOM
The PLANET 9523 is a lightweight mobile data communications terminal that provides global line of si...
SL200 Software-Defined Radio Link Module

Long-range video & data link for UAVs and UGVs

Long-range video & data link for UAVs and UGVs
...radio link for drones and UGVs that provides uplink and downlink of data and telemetry, and downlink...

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