This case study highlights how HD Air Studio crafted a bespoke gimbal for the Technical University of Denmark,aimed at enhancing the capabilities of search adn rescue teams in maritime settings.
“The specific technical requirements set forth by the Technical University of Denmark prompted us to adopt a novel approach to gimbal design. When they chose HD Air Studio as their gimbal developer, I was resolute to ensure their satisfaction with the final product,” stated Kuba Jakubczyk, CEO of HD Air studio.
“This project was especially thrilling. The custom gimbal integrates three distinct sensors: the Wiris Pro thermal camera, the Mako G IR camera, and the Livox LIDAR.”
“To maintain communication with the base station, the drone must remain in a fixed orientation.Consequently, the gimbal needs to automatically adjust to provide the best possible field of view, as the thermal camera outputs a rectangular image rather than a square one. This necessitated a programmable gimbal capable of rapid and precise movements,” he added.
Application of the Gimbal by the Technical university of Denmark
The custom gimbal from HD Air Studio is integral to an aerial system designed for locating and rescuing individuals who have fallen overboard. Upon receiving a distress signal, the drone autonomously activates. Utilizing the HD Air Studio camera stabilizer, it searches for the individual using thermal imaging and advanced neural networks for detection and classification. During its flight, the gimbal primarily points downward to ensure the thermal camera is focused on the water’s surface.additionally, the drone will be employed in various othre projects, including tasks like object tracking, which can be executed either manually via remote control or autonomously. The gimbal allows for seamless switching between control modes, enhancing its versatility for different applications.
Feedback from the technical University of Denmark
The Technical University of Denmark has been evaluating our custom gimbal for several months. We inquired about their impressions of our solution, and here’s what they shared:
- Fluid motion that does not compromise video quality
- Excellent sensor housing
- User-friendly hardware design
- Convenient cable management
- Flexible application: programmable through simplebgc software and ROS
- User-friendly operation: controlled via remote, with the ability to program and set up various profiles/scripts that the gimbal can switch to at the press of a button
- Durable construction: the gimbal boasts a professional design, made from lightweight yet resilient materials. Its lightness is crucial for maintaining flight efficiency, and it has proven to be robust, sustaining no damage during a minor drone incident.
“I would rate our communication with HD air Studio a perfect 10/10. The team is incredibly responsive and professional. they were very accommodating, guiding us through the gimbal requirements in areas where we had limited knowledge. We received regular updates on the project’s progress. They even informed us that the gimbal’s capabilities would be limited by the cabling of one of our sensors and offered to redesign the cable for us. Their solution has been outstanding, and we are extremely pleased with the final product,” remarked Valeria Feraru from the Technical University of Denmark.
To discover how HD Air Studio can assist you in achieving seamless image stabilization with specialized sensors and challenging operational conditions, visit: https://hdairstudio.com/custom-gimbals/.
