Introduction
Modern military operations increasingly utilize unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) for a variety of tasks, including intelligence collection, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. A crucial component of this system is the UAV Ground Control Station (GCS), which ensures precise control of the UAVs and efficient mission execution within the command and control framework.
Cincoze’s client is a leading defense system integrator in South Asia, specializing in the research, development, and integration of air, land, and maritime defense systems that address nuclear, biological, and chemical threats. The DS-1302 rugged embedded computer serves as the control system for the UAV GCS, providing efficient processing power and flexible expansion. This allows for the creation of a “virtual cockpit,” enabling operators to accurately monitor and control UAVs in real-time, thereby facilitating the smooth execution of various missions.
Product Requirements
High performance support for image and data handling
The UAV Ground Control Station (GCS) is responsible for sending control instructions to the UAV, receiving flight data, and processing real-time images. To handle this, the embedded computer must be equipped with a high-performance processor and a video capture card to process a large volume of images and data from the UAV in real time.
Rich I/O
Multiple display outputs and I/O interfaces are required to connect to multiple screens, sensors, and external devices for uninterrupted remote control and data transmission.
High tolerance for harsh environments
UAV Ground Control Stations (GCSs) may be deployed in various harsh environments and must overcome challenges such as voltage fluctuations and electromagnetic interference. Battlefield and disaster relief mission scenarios will likely expose these systems to even stronger vibrations and heavier impacts. The embedded computers in UAV GCSs should support a wide range of temperatures and voltages, ensure electromagnetic compatibility, and provide protection against vibration and impact. All these features must comply with military regulations to guarantee stable operation.
Why Cincoze?
High performance and PCIe expansion
The Cincoze DS-1302 supports 10th generation Intel® Xeon® and Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 processors, up to 64 GB DDR4 memory, and video capture or GPU cards through two PCI/PCIe slots. This powerful computing platform can quickly process flight status, navigation data, and unmanned aerial vehicle sensor information, such as camera images, radar data, and environmental monitoring. This capability enhances monitoring accuracy and real-time control, facilitating seamless unmanned aerial vehicle mission execution and decision-making.
Rich I/O and expansion
Virtual cockpits require multiple displays showing maps, dashboard information, and flight status simultaneously. The Cincoze DS-1302 has 1x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort, and 1x VGA display ports. These can be configured using the patented Flexible Selection of Display Output Interface (patent number: I809413), allowing for a customized display setup that ensures smooth multi-screen operation. Multiple controls enhance the user experience, so the DS-1302 is equipped with 6x USB 3.2 interfaces to connect to flight control stick and throttle control for precision unmanned aerial vehicle control and 2x 1GbE LAN interfaces for stable, high-speed data transmission through the satellite communication modem. Two built-in COM interfaces—expandable to six through the Cincoze CMI module—support key equipment such as flight controllers and wind speed sensors to ensure real-time and accurate data acquisition.
Rugged design
The DS-1302 has a wide temperature (-40°C to 70°C) and wide voltage (9-48 VDC) design to handle harsh environments and unstable power supplies. It meets the MIL-STD-810G standard to ensure stable operation under sudden shock and high-vibration conditions. It also has EMC certifications, such as CE, UKCA, FCC, and ICES-003 Class A, to ensure that it is not subject to external interference and does not affect the operation of other equipment when operating in a complex electromagnetic environment. Complying with IEC/EN 62368-1 safety standards further ensures reliability and operational safety.
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