Drone Company Gains Competitive Edge with Low Bandwidth Real-Time Video Streaming

Leading European drone developers and manufacturers, AIR6 SYSTEMS, have successfully integrated Videosoft Global’s real-time, low-latency video streaming solution into their fleet of heavy-payload / medium-range drones (UAVs) – providing drone flying as a service from anywhere in the world and reducing the cost of real-time streaming over LTE networks.

Supporting a range of complex airborne missions, from drone-enhanced power assets inspections to covert tactical operations and everything in between, AIR6 SYSTEMS’ customers can now maximize drone airtime, visual precision, and situational awareness while minimizing data transmission costs, operational downtime, and communication delays – no matter how remote or poorly connected the airspace is.

Tried and tested with the AIR8 Medium Lifter UAV and available with the AIR6 SYSTEMS innovative “drone-in-a-box” concept, point-to-point connectivity and dynamic channel switching features enable customers to make more informed decisions, improve efficiency, and streamline the documentation process, all in real-time.

Video stream tests with limited data rates designed for LTE and Satcom flights using Videosoft software and AIR8 Medium Lifter UAV. Testing various video stream data rates over a 25km range.

Detailed in the aforementioned video, Videosoft allows drone operators to choose the compression and transmission profiles required in real-time. This exciting feature allows the user to drop to an ultra-low bitrate using the Videosoft client viewer, whilst still producing actionable quality video and imagery – all thanks to Videosoft Global’s adaptive compression and transmission protocols.

Users can simultaneously stream multiple scenes, with a variety of video processing techniques available. United with the innovative AIR6 SYSTEMS drone-in-a-box system, which also functions as a landing pad and a charging base, users can now deploy mission critical drones autonomously with ease, backed-up by real-time visuals.

Alex Fraess-Ehrfeld, CEO and Founder of AIR6 SYSTEMS, said:

“At AIR6 SYSTEMS, sustainability and future oriented BVLOS workflows are at the heart of our game plan. Aligned with Videosoft Global’s vision, together we are reaching new heights to make mission critical UAV tasks faster, safer, and more cost-effective – no matter what the SWaP constraints or the environmental conditions are.”

“Offering advanced network connectivity solutions for a variety of industries, being able to control the compression and transmission profiles in real-time is a real game changer when every second counts.”

Pascal Wojciechowski, Sales Manager Europe at Videosoft Global, said:

“Our partnership with AIR6 SYSTEMS demonstrates the limitless possibilities real-time drone video streaming is opening up to drone companies and distributors worldwide.”

“Used to gain a competitive edge over competitors and eliminating costly communication delays and post-processing drone footage issues from day one, Videosoft’s full edge recording and self-healing architecture makes it the first choice for drone companies dedicated to delivering the best quality and service to their customers.”

Next Gen BVLOS Capabilities | Industrial-Grade Real-Time Video Transmission for Complex Drone Missions

As technology and consumer demands continue to evolve, drone companies and UAV developers must stay ahead of the curve to survive and succeed in this increasingly competitive market. From AI-enabled UAVs programmed to watch soldiers’ backs whilst they rest to drones equipped with multiple sensors for complex industrial inspections, enabling time-sensitive drone operations to seamlessly stream real-time video at the lowest possible cost makes drone products stand out, accelerates ROI, and increases revenue streams.

Able to improve key factors like signal range and drone battery life, as UAV manufacturers gear towards a more autonomous future, Videosoft Global provides industrial-grade real-time video transmission tailored to a diverse mix of UAV systems worldwide.

Ideal for long distance heavy payload deliveries, complex inspection and documentation missions, and risky task force and rescue applications, being able to select compression and transmission profiles in real-time ensures UAV users are in complete control at all times, no matter the bandwidth.

As pioneers in their respective areas of expertise, AIR6 SYSTEMS and Videosoft Global offer considerable benefits with this collaboration. These include:

• Unrivaled video transmission capabilities, including multiple streams and live recording.
• Integrated video monitoring analytics and alerts.
• Ultra-low bandwidths from 1kbps upwards.
• Advanced security features and exceptional visual quality.
• Suitable for transmission over Satcom, Cell, and Mesh networks.
• Unmatched user experience and user-friendly features.
• AIR6 SYSTEM products are designed to comply with the latest industry standards, meeting the evolving needs of airborne robotic operators.
• End-to-end turnkey UAV solutions that cover more than 95% of all currently possible applications.

Drone Companies: Come and Meet Us at Commercial UAV Expo 2024 | Booth 944

Showcasing the world’s leading commercial UAS technology, Videosoft Global will be attending Commercial UAV EXPO at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, USA, from 3-5 September 2024. Find Videosoft at booth 944 for an in person demonstration and to understand the numerous benefits this exciting collaboration brings.

AIR6 SYSTEMS is also exhibiting at Commercial UAV, so be sure to visit them at booth 901 for further information on the integration and operation of their commercial UAV products.

About AIR6 SYSTEMS: Headquartered in Austria, AIR6 SYSTEMS is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance, heavy-payload drones (UAVs). Dedicated to delivering unrelenting perfection for professional drone missions worldwide, AIR6 SYSTEMS offer the highest possible flexibility for a broad range of missions and applications – including complex infrastructure BVLOS monitoring, inspections and surveys, specialist tactical operations, and industrial surveillance.

About Videosoft Global: Videosoft Global provides reliable, industrial-grade video streaming solutions for environments where network speed is limited and/or variable. Employing highly adaptive video compression and transmission technology with the lowest possible latency, enabling applications such as remote surveillance and operational support, customers can access high-quality, real-time video streams anytime. With connectivity from as little as 1kbps, and a comprehensive suite of features including full, high-quality local recording and market-leading image enhancement tools, a seamless blend of video, audio, GPS, and data is guaranteed.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Videosoft Global
Email: marketing@videosoftglobal.com
Website: www.videosoftglobal.com

AIR6 SYSTEMS
Email: keagan@air6systems.com
Website: www.air6systems.com

Contact information:
Videosoft Global Ltd.: 20-22 Wenlock Road, London, N1 7GU UK; phone: +44 (0) 333 242 0563
AIR6 SYSTEMS GmbH.: Pharmaziegasse 5, 9020 Klagenfurt, Austria; phone: +43 660 808 8422

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