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Platforms

Fixed-Wing

We use fixed-wing UAS to conduct a variety of mapping missions in coastal and marine environments, including NIR, IR, and RE aerial spectroscopy. We also employ fixed-wing UAVs for assessments of marine vertebrates populations such as seals and sea turtles.

senseFly eBee

The eBee can cover up to 12 sq. km (4.6 sq. mi) in a single flight, and over smaller areas, flying at lower altitudes, it can acquire images with a GSD of down to 1.5 cm/pixel.

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Parrot Disco FPV

The Disco can reach speeds up to 49mph, and has a 45 minute battery life. The First Person View headset allows for live video streaming straight to a smartphone.

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senseFly eBee Plus

The eBee Plus range boasts a maximum coverage of up to 40 sq. km (15.4 sq. mi) in a single one-hour flight. Built-in RTK/PPK functionality provides survey-grade accuracy, and can produce orthomosaic and digital surface models down to 3 cm (1.2 in).

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Applied Aeronautics Albatross

A long range fixed wing drone, this aircraft is completely autonomous from takeoff to landing. It boasts a flight time of 4 hours and is compatible with multiple softwares to easily plan flights.

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senseFly eBeeX

The eBee X can cover up to 500ha at 400ft in a single 90 min flight. The high precision accuracy of 3cm without GCPs makes this a great option for many mapping missions.

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Parrot Disco AG

The removable wings for transport, as well as its 33oz weight at take off makes this drone ideal for transporting to off site locations. Up to 80ha in a single flight (400ft altitude) allows this aircraft to cover large areas quickly.

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Multirotor

We use multirotor UAS in the study of individual animal behavior, photogrammetry and for biological sampling.

FreeFly CineStar 6

The CineStar is a professional heavy lift multi-rotor UAV. Extensive R&D has been invested in the CineStar to create a reliable and robust system for aerial video and photo professionals, allowing for long flight times, heavy payloads and smooth footage.

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MicroKopter HexaXL

Designed for a payload of up to 1500g. Quiet flight characteristics ideal for photo or video recording.

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3D Robotics Solo

The Solo is a four-propeller platform that was designed as a companion to the GoPro Hero. Shorter flight times and easy maneuverability allow for fine scale data collection.

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3D Robotics Iris+



The Iris+ quadcoptor can be radio-controlled, or follow a flight plan through GPS waypoint navigation. The platform can land itself automatically, and carry up to 400g of payload.

FreeFly Alta 6



The ALTA 6 is a hexa-rotor drone used for aerial imaging. A quick release gimbal system allows for a variety of payload options with a maximum payload of 15 lbs.

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Parrot Bebop2

The lightweight Bebop2 quadcoptor can maintain up to 25 minutes of flight time and capture 14MP photo and 1080p video.

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DJI Mavic Pro

The Mavic Pro provides up to 27 minutes of flight time with 3-axis gimbal stabilization boasting 12megapixels. 

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DJI Phantom 4 Advanced

This compact aircraft supplies a 20 megapixel sensor and 30 minutes of flight time, great for conducting rapid surveys.

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DJI Phantom 4 Pro

Similar to the DJI Phantom Advanced, this aircraft supplies 30 minutes of flight time and a 20 megapixel sensor. With its ability to capture both images and video, this platform can capture  your data and professional quality media footage. 

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DJI S900

While we’ve adapted the S900 to fit our research needs, this aircraft is highly portable with folding arms. It offers a flight time of 18 minutes and is able to hold multiple sensors, like RGB and multispectral. 

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DJI S1000



This aircraft offers the benefit of a low gimbal mounting position and is portable, like the S900. 

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Impossible Aerospace US-1

Offering a flight time of 1 hour 18 minutes, this aircraft can sustain gusts up to 30mph and comes equipped with FLIR sensors. 

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LemHex-44







Designed and built in-house at the MaRRS workshop, the Long Endurance Marine Hexacopter is collapsible for easy storage and transportation. It is capable of extended flight times and fine scale data collection.

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