Desert Rotor is a leading portable GCS manufacturer suppling professional, drone ground control stations (GCS) for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and unmanned ground vehicles (UGV). Our complete drone GCS solutions are compatible with almost any fixed-wing or multirotor UAV and many drone autopilots.
Our-easy-to-use ground control station platform utilises the HOTAS (Hands On Throttle And Stick) layout, an intuitive set-up used in defense and manned aviation that provides a high degree of flight control and versatility.
Unmanned Ground Control Stations
MIRA X HOTAS Portable UAV GCS
The MIRA X is our latest generation of single-screen unmanned ground control station, featuring a sunlight viewable 19″ HD touchscreen and an integrated head-up display. Based around the OnLogic HX500 Embedded PC platform, the powerful GCS includes a choice of Intel i5, i7 and i9 processors with upgraded PC options available upon request.
The switch array allows users to fully customize I/O functions and physical switching to exact requirements. The system also features a full-sized keyboard with international options, as well as a large multi-gesture trackpad for easy and intuitive interaction.
The radio bay is optimized for internal space, and is compatible with a wide range of radio modules, digital IP modems, video receivers and third-party accessories.
Base System Specifications:
| Channels | 12 Channel Functionality |
| Display | Single LG Display 19″ HD Wide 1440×900 – 1200NITS (Touchscreen option available) |
| Battery | 4S Li-Ion 6.6Ah (parallel ports for 13.2Ah or more) |
| Flight Joystick | APEM 55 Hall Effect 3-Axis w/ 2 Top Button |
| Aux Joystick | 2-Axis Payload & Gimbal Controls w/ Dial |
| Throttle | Machined Precision Slider w/ Detent |
| Wireless | Intel 8260 M.2 Wi-Fi AC, Bluetooth 4.0, vPro |
| Case | Pelican 1510 (22”x13.81”x9” LxWxD, 28 lbs) |
Embedded PC Options:
| Processor | RAM | HD | OS | GPU | |
| Intel Comet Lake | Core i5 | 8GB | 512GB | Win 10 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Intel Comet Lake | Core i7 | 16GB | 1TB | Win 10 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Intel Comet Lake | Core i9 | 32GB | 2TB | Win 10 | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Intel Alder Lake | Core i7-1270PE | 32GB | 2TB | Win 10 / 11 | Intel Iris Xe |
| Intel Core | Ultra 9 185H | 65GB | 4TB | Win 10 / 11 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
Learn more: MIRA X HOTAS Portable UAV GCS
COMMAND XD GCS for Command Centers and Workstations
The COMMAND XD is a next-generation ground control station that has been specifically designed to be installed into command centers as well as mobile command vehicles such as vans and trucks. With a high degree of modularity, the versatile GCS allows you to easily switch between control of different UAV configurations as well as UGVs and USVs.
Easily integrated into any workstation, the COMMAND XD can be connected to up to 3 monitors, providing all the displays and information you need at a glance. I/O panels are fully customizable and USB hubs and Ethernet switches can be easily added, allowing you to tailor controls and peripherals to your exact requirements.
COMMAND XD is based around an industrial-grade embedded PC with a choice of Intel i5, i7, and i9 CPUs. The RF expansion bay gives users the ability to cycle between up to six different radio systems.
Learn more: COMMAND XD HOTAS Command Center GCS
Collapsible Rugged Field Stands
Our lightweight, heavy-duty field stands have been custom-engineered to fit all Desert Rotor HOTAS Ground Control Stations, providing rapid deployment and ease of UAV operation in even the most rugged and remote locations. The hard-wearing design features quick setup, requiring you only to drop the GCS Pelican case into the cutout, with collapsible legs mounted under the field stand.
Learn more: Collapsible Rugged Field Stands
