Israel's Aeronautics Defense Systems has unveiled its Orbiter 2B unmanned air vehicle, which the company says can be controlled from a moving ground vehicle.
Aeronautics says the Orbiter 2B has an independent navigation mode, which it claims will enable an operator to complete a mission even if GPS is jammed or if there is a loss of link with its encrypted communications suite. An automatic warning system also can send alerts regarding any deviation from a mission's planned objectives under normal conditions.
With an operating endurance of 4h, the Orbiter 2B can carry a 1.5kg (3.3lb) payload and a range of up to 43.2nm (80km). The UAV carries an electro-optical/infrared sensor with a laser pointer.
Aeronautics Defense Systems
The company says the catapult-launched UAV can be assembled in 10min. It is recovered using a parachute and an airbag.
Source: Flight International
