AVEM: Mobile Tethered Sensor Platform
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Benefits and Limitations
AVEM benefits compared to alternative approaches, as well as a list of limitations.
AVEM Benefits
Ease of use. AVEM offers push-button controls from a dedicated operator control unit that can be used under armor or within a vehicle.
Mobility, to keep sensors in the air even when repositioning, on the move, or at sea.
GPS-optional flight, for continued operation in degraded or contested environments.
RF-quiet, for low detectability.
Aircraft with extensive heritage and low acoustic signature.
Persistence, to keep flying as long as power is provided from a range of sources.
Autonomous failsafe behaviors in the event of communications or power loss.
Small space claim on ground vehicles with active tether management to prevent interference or snags.
Payload modularity that adapts to whatever sensor package is needed for an application.
Tether provides secure communication between aircraft and the ground.
AVEM Limitations
Payload weight and size is limited to reduce power draw and maximize operational envelope.
Aircraft is tethered and must remain over the ground vehicle or vessel.
Altitude is limited for GPS-denied operation.
Ground vehicle speed is limited while the aircraft is in flight.
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AVEM Benefits
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