Khronos
Product descripton: Khronos by Elistair
Khronos is a complete fully automated system which includes the tethered drone, its power and landing station, and its ground control software. The entire solution is designed to be integrated onto a fixed platform or vehicle to safely enhance mobile operations and increase flexibility.
Key Capabilities
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Airborne at 60 m under 2 minutes
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VHA capabilities
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24 hrs ISR operations
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Built-in open API
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GNSS denied
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RF silent
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Shock resistant and ruggedized
Operational Overview
Whether you are standing still or on the move, instantly see what is over the hill or in the surrounding area for extended periods of time.
Mission Ready
Ready for your mobile operations, Khronos can be deployed without leaving the vehicle. With its ruggedized and lightweight design and its darkmode capability, you ensure discretion and efficiency in your operations.
Operational Modes
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RF Silent
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Lights off
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Follow me
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GNSS denied
Complete Mission System
Tethered Drone
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24 hours of uninterrupted flight time
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Under 2 mins automatic takeoff and landing
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Follow me technology
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GNSS denied
Landing Station
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70-m (230-feet) tether
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Continuous and safe power transmission
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High-speed secure data transfer
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Mobile or fixed platform
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Flight time capacity | 24 hrs |
| Cable length | 70 meters / 230 feet |
| Micro tether data transfer | 100 Mb/s |
| Max system weight | 35 kg / 77 lbs |
| ITAR Free | Yes |
Operational Features
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Deployment time | < 2 minutes |
| Max ascending & descending speed | 2 m/s / 2.2 y/s |
| Automated follow me | Up to 30 km/h vehicle speed and 50 m / 164 ft drone height |
| Ingress protection | IP54 |
Mission Software – T-Planner 2
Elistair’s proprietary T-planner 2 software enables intelligent image analysis and simplified drone and payload control. Using this push button software, the operator can automatically take-off within minutes of arriving on the scene and focus on the mission.
Software Features
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Mavlink API
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Automated flight profile
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Identification and tracking
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Ruggedized tablet
Dual Payload Capability
Khronos Dual Payload is an automated tethered dronebox combining ISR and Variable Height Antenna (VHA) capabilities. It rapidly extends a tactical network and can be mounted on vehicles for enhanced mobility.
Integrated Payloads
DragonEye Camera
EO/IR stabilized camera with long-range DRI capabilities for advanced target detection, recognition, and identification.
Silvus SC4200 Radio
Compact and rugged OEM Drop-in Module providing robust and secure video, voice, and IP data communication.
Compatible Payloads
Raptor – EO/IR Sensor
Best-in-class IR sensor, X80 EO zoom and classification and tracking functions allowing actionable intelligence.
DragonEye – EO/IR Sensor
Dual EO-IR stabilized camera offering unparalleled long-range surveillance capability.
Silvus & DragonEye – Dual Payload
Elevates both the Silvus 4200 Drop-in-Module compatible with S and C bands and the DragonEye Camera.
System Reliability
Built for Persistence
We ensure our tethered drones’ reliability by using high-quality components from trusted suppliers.
Redundancy
Built-in redundancy with backup systems, safety power supplies, and dual communication links.
Patented
Precise landing, tether-based drone power supply, and braking of the tether are patented Khronos features.