Steatite is a leading developer and provider of rugged hardware solutions designed to offer ultra-reliable performance under extreme conditions. Our portfolio of mission-critical products enables UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and other unmanned and autonomous systems to excel in some of the world’s harshest environments.
Rugged technology for demanding unmanned missions
With decades of experience in supplying innovative COTS and custom solutions, we support our diverse customer base by designing, manufacturing and testing a cutting-edge range of products tailored to a variety of unique application requirements. As a part of the Solid State PLC Group, we benefit from a close association with industry-leading companies, with access to critical resources that include 15 sites in Europe and North America with state-of-the-art facilities.
We place utmost importance on maintaining the highest levels of quality, with ISO 9001: 2015 certification and an expert team of designers and engineers. We are highly experienced with a range of standards and certifications, with in-depth knowledge of UKCA, CE, UK DEF STAN, American MIL-STD, NATO STANAG and UK, European and American TEMPEST.
UxV Battery Packs
Custom battery solutions for UAVs
We provide customised battery solutions that provide reliable power for demanding UAV missions, tailored to support the unique requirements of complex applications such as cargo delivery, military ISR, and HALE (High Altitude Long Endurance) platforms.
Our expertise extends across the entire manufacturing process, from initial design to control electronics and enclosures, and we partner with leading manufacturers to allow us to provide the best matched cell chemistry to your specific use case. We are also highly experienced in cold temperature operation management, and can incorporate bespoke heating solutions into the finished battery pack design.
Marine battery packs for USVs & UUVs
We can also design robust battery packs for surface and underwater unmanned vehicles, engineered to withstand the harshest of marine and subsea environments.
Communications & Datalink Solutions
We are the UK’s only authorized dealer of Persistent Systems’ industry-leading Wave Relay MANET wireless radio systems. These low-SWaP solutions provide versatile communications and datalink capabilities for UAVs and robotics, ensuring ultra-reliable connectivity with extremely high throughput of over 100 Mbps.
The proven MANET technology allows you to co-ordinate your entire fleet of UAVs, UGVs and unmanned systems on a single network, supporting advanced autonomy, bi-directional video streaming, and swarm operations. Wave Relay MANET networks are self-forming and self-healing offering massive scalability and built-in security.
Wave Relay Embedded Modules allow you to replace separate communication, computing, and video subsystems with a single compact unit that can be easily integrated into a variety of platforms. They are compatible with a range of Interchangeable Frequency Modules that allow you to select the specific operational band best suited to your mission requirements.
Options include:
- L-Band (1350-1390 MHz)
- BAS (2025-2150 MHz)
- S-Band (2200-2500 MHz)
- Lower C-Band (4400-5000 MHz)
- Upper C-Band (5100-6000 MHz)
Cameras
Active Silicon’s range of imaging solutions for drones and robotics includes compact autofocus-zoom cameras with integrated optics, image sensors and processors, as well as board-level cameras for OEMs. Precision autofocus capabilities allow dynamic focal adjustments and high-quality image capture without the need for manual operator intervention.
The product range offers a wide range of output options, including LVDS, 3G/HD-SDI, analog (CVBS), HD-VLC, USB 3 (UVC), HDMI and IP (Ethernet) H.264.
Antennas
We design and manufacture a wide range of off-the-shelf and custom RF and microwave antenna products for UAV, unmanned systems and ground control station communication and data transmission. Our purpose-built development facility includes a state-of-the-art near-field test chamber, and allows us to create, service and repair cutting-edge solutions that meet any customer requirements.
Our antenna product portfolio includes:
- EMC & HiRF Antennas
- Horn Antennas
- Omnidirectional Antennas
- Reflector Antennas
- Spiral Antennas
- Sinuous Antennas
- ELINT Antennas
- Positioner Antennas
Rugged Computing
Our industrial-grade fanless computers are ideal for robotic systems operating in challenging environments, and are ruggedized against dust ingress, vibration, and extremes of temperature. The advanced designs feature advanced heat dissipation and cable-free interior for ultra-reliable quiet operation and fewer points of failure.
The versatile computers include a range of expansion options and can be adapted to suit specific requirements.
Product ranges include:
- Atom/Celeron/Pentium
- Core i3/i5/i7/i9 Series
- Xeon-based industrial fanless servers
- High-performance NVIDIA & AMD GPU-based computers
- IP66/67-rated fanless PCs
