The LANTERN is a tethered UAS that is designed to be seamlessly integrated into mobile platforms such as UGVs (unmanned ground vehicles), USVs (uncrewed surface vessels) and other vehicles such as trucks. It features high-precision auto-following and an advanced tether management system that actively regulates tension, preventing drag and reducing snag risk while ensuring smooth and uninterrupted on-the-move capabilities.
The rugged system is housed within a durable MIL-STD-810H-rated aluminum enclosure that can withstand vibration, forces of more than 30g, gunfire, indirect shell explosions, and is designed to endure all weather (rain, ice, snow, sand, dust) conditions. It is fully compatible with any single-phase 240VAC 4kW generator, allowing it to be easily powered by existing field equipment for simplified logistics. A backup battery enables the LANTERN UAV to undertake untethered scout missions for up to five minutes at a time.
The versatile LANTERN UAS is ideal for providing stabilized line-of-sight communications and sensor support, and can be equipped with a variety of payloads to suit diverse mission parameters. It is provided as standard with a Trillium HD40 EO/IR camera, as well as a Silvus StreamCaster 4200 tactical radio.
Specifications:
| Aircraft Dimensions: (L x W x H) | 36.82 x 36.82 x 11.8″ |
| Payload Capacity: | 5 lbs |
| Support System Dimensions: (L x W x H) | 42 x 42 x 40.25” |
| Support System Weight: | 700 lbs |
| Standard Payloads: |
Trillium HD40 EO/IR Camera Pan 360° Optical Zoom: 46.8° to 5.0° HFOV Digital Zoom: 5.0° to 2.5° HFOV Silvus StreamCaster 4200 Radio |
| Max Altitude: | 200 ft AGL |
| Battery Backup: | 5 min flight time |
