DroneOptID
AI-Powered Optical Detection, Identification and Tracking Software
Item Number: 409-1
DroneOptID software leverages advanced Computer Vision technology to detect, identify and track UAS targets in real time. The Artificial Intelligence (AI) model, developed specifically for UAS detection, works seamlessly with DroneShield’s range of best-in-class UAS detection and countermeasure devices.
Using geospatial and environmental data from other sensors, this software can accurately validate UAS threats. Once a potential drone is detected, the camera automatically focuses on it, employing DroneShield’s DroneOptID machine learning (ML) algorithms for target motion tracking and threat identification.
DroneOptID software enhances tracking accuracy for both manual or autonomous identification of UAS threats. The software assists operators in assessing drone characteristics such as payload, modifications and the effectiveness of countermeasures to ensure an appropriate response to the threat.
Features
Active Tracking
The software collates data from available sensors to validate UAS threats. Once the camera has the drone within its field of view, cutting-edge computer vision technology is used to identify and track the target.
Comprehensive Database
The DroneOptID model is trained on close to 100,000 individual samples to classify targets, with ongoing enhancements. Operators can access past detection events and retrieve camera recordings with DroneOptID overlay for high-quality evidence collection.
Flexible Deployment
DroneOptID supplements the SmartHub Mk3 to provide a self-enclosed hardware and software solution. The module can be installed in existing rack infrastructure or housed in a weatherproofed deploy case that allows for expedient installation.
Advantages
Sensor Fusion
Utilizes detection data from DroneShield or third-party radar and radio frequency (RF) detectors to accurately locate the target
Additional Data
Enhances the camera’s ability to provide accurate visual displays of moving targets, including payload, which is not always detectable by other sensors
Flight Prediction
Uses a proprietary flight prediction algorithm to assist tracking even when the target is inhibited from view
Computer Vision Technology
DroneShield employs the latest in computer vision technology to classify, localize and segment images
Confirmation
Allows operators to confirm if active countermeasures (electronic or kinetic) have effectively mitigated the UAS threat
AI-Powered UAS Detection
DroneOptID from a single RF sensor cue
Accurate drone tracking on DroneSentry-C2
Development
DroneShield collaborates with University of Technology Sydney under the Defence Innovation Network program
Specifications
Electro-Optical Performance
| Nano UAS* Range | Up to 500m *E.g. DJI Mavic |
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| Small UAS* Range | Up to 1km *E.g. DJI M600 |
| Specifications based on software performance with Bosch MIC 7100i and FLIR HDC Ranger UC optical sensors, and Echodyne EchoGuard radar. Further ranges are available with higher performance hardware. | |
Infrared Performance
| Nano UAS* Range | Up to 300m *E.g. DJI Mavic |
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| Small UAS* Range | Up to 600m *E.g. DJI M600 |
| Specifications based on software performance with FLIR HDC Ranger UC optical sensor. Further ranges are available with higher performance hardware. | |
Hardware Requirements
| DroneOptID software must be paired with the SmartHub Mk3 | |
| Hardware | Supporting hardware may require additional power and data |
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| Optical Sensors | The software is camera hardware agnostic and has been integrated with a range of electro-optical and thermal imaging systems |
Environment and Installation
| Server Dimensions | 610mm x 483mm x 89mm (24" x 19" x 3.5") |
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| Server Height | 2 rack units |
| Server Weight | 6.7kg (14.7lb) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +40°C (14°F to +104°F) |
| Ingress Protection | Rated to IP55 (in Edge Mk3 deploy case) |
Maintenance and Warranty
| Upgrades | Quarterly AI upgrades available via subscription to expand and improve tracking and database |
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| Warranty | 12 months warranty from date of shipment |
Compliance
| Compliance | Manufactured in an ISO9001 compliant facility |
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Image: Individual DroneOptID Module