RedKite Block II is a compact wide-area motion imagery (WAMI) system that’s housed in a platform-flexible pod weighing less than 38 lbs. Despite its size, the electro-optical RedKite pod can, like larger WAMI sensors, monitor a city-sized area in near real-time, detecting and tracking multiple targets while also recording events for later analysis. RedKite’s on-board high-performance edge processor converts gigabytes of data into geo-tagged imagery in real time. The WAMI system can also store up to eight hours of mission data, allowing operators on the ground to download live and recorded imagery for real-time forensic analysis.
The RedKite Block II pod can be integrated onto light planes, helicopters, and medium-sized unmanned aircraft, including Group 3 UAS. As such, RedKite Block II lends itself to a variety of military, homeland security, and public safety missions.
Current users of RedKite include both domestic and international government and commercial entities. The Block II pod can perform:
Platform Compatibility
Mounting Options
Datalink
40 in L x 12 in W x 11 in H
(102 cm x 31 cm x 28 cm)
< 38 lbs (17 kg)
300 W
Processing embedded in payload
5,000 ft – 15,000 ft (1,500 – 4,000 m) AGL
≥ 1 Hz for full persistent coverage area
> 4 hrs, expandable to 8 hrs (Onboard Archive)
4.5 sq km at 5,000 ft (1,500 m) AGL
16 sq km at 12,000 ft (3,700 m) AGL
Yes
Yes
0.15 m at 5,000 ft (1,500 m) AGL
0.3 m at 12,000 ft (3,700 m) AGL
0.5 m at 12,000 ft (4,000 m) AGL
Up to 10 unique streaming video windows
Compact embedded processing includes
north-up rendering, real-time and DVR
streaming, and full-mission storage
Monochrome CMOS (color optional)
> 250 Mpx mosaic composite image
40 in L x 12 in W x 11 in H
(102 cm x 31 cm x 28 cm)
< 38 lbs (17 kg)
300 W
Processing embedded in payload
5,000 ft – 15,000 ft (1,500 – 4,000 m) AGL
≥ 1 Hz for full persistent coverage area
> 4 hrs, expandable to 8 hrs (Onboard Archive)
4.5 sq km at 5,000 ft (1,500 m) AGL
16 sq km at 12,000 ft (3,700 m) AGL
Yes
Yes
0.15 m at 5,000 ft (1,500 m) AGL
0.3 m at 12,000 ft (3,700 m) AGL
0.5 m at 12,000 ft (4,000 m) AGL
Up to 10 unique streaming video windows
Compact embedded processing includes
north-up rendering, real-time and DVR
streaming, and full-mission storage
Monochrome CMOS (color optional)
> 250 Mpx mosaic composite image
Ground/Sensor Control Station can be customized for greater/longer data retention based on customer needs.
Sensor Control and Exploitation
Ground-based (transportable or fixed) and/or aircraft-based
Components
Client, archive server, archive storage, switch, accessories
GCS size
9U, standard rack depth
GCS weight
< 250 lbs (115 kg) / < 400 lbs (180 kg) with cases
GCS power
600 W
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