Trillium Engineering Launches Innovative imaging System for Reconnaissance Missions

Trillium Engineering has unveiled the HD45-LV-R, a cutting-edge imaging solution designed to fulfill the growing requirements of Long-Range and Medium-Range Reconnaissance (LRR/MRR) operations.

Lightweight Design for Enhanced Mobility

Weighing in at just 885 grams,the HD45-LV-R is a lightweight continuous zoom LWIR gimbal tailored for high-performance payloads on compact,mobile defense platforms. This innovative system is engineered to deliver exceptional performance without burdening aircraft, making it a game-changer for reconnaissance missions. Its distinctive design features a global shutter electro-optical system, making it suitable for the most demanding operational scenarios.

Superior Imaging Capabilities

With heightened infrared sensitivity, the HD45-LV-R considerably improves target visibility in low-contrast or intricate environments, which is crucial for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions conducted from high altitudes or in contested areas. The system’s real-time scene tracking and geopointing functionalities facilitate swift intelligence collection and situational awareness, allowing operators to maintain continuous focus on targets throughout the mission.

Key Advantages for Mission Success

• Compact and Lightweight: At only 900 grams, it is perfectly suited for Unmanned Aerial systems (UAS) with endurance-driven mission profiles.
• Continuous Zoom LWIR: The full zoom capability enhances situational awareness during missions.
• Global Shutter EO: Provides long-range visual clarity for ongoing surveillance and target identification from safe distances.
• Durable Design: Engineered for reliable performance in challenging and high-tempo operational settings.

Expert Insights

Nathan Lanci, Hardware Engineering Manager at Trillium Engineering, remarked, “The HD45-LV-R delivers imaging capabilities comparable to larger systems for Group 2 UAS. It is designed for missions requiring long standoff distances and extended loiter times, offering sharper imagery, continuous zoom infrared, and robust onboard processing—all within a lightweight package.”

Strategic Advantage for Global Forces

Whether utilized on tactical UAS operating beyond visual range or in multi-domain operations, the HD45-LV-R provides a significant capability advantage for LRR and MRR forces around the globe.