NEW: Autopilot System Available

Ace WayPoint from DJI Innovations

Introduction

DJI Ace Waypoint is based on DJI 4th generation autopilot system in total autonomous flight with Ground Control System (GCS) which easily sets, edits and confirms flight waypoints for the mission utilizing 3D map in real time in flight feedback. It is designed for high-end commercial/industrial type RC helicopters targeted at Beyond View Range (BVR) in aerial photography (AP), exploration, land survey, geographic mapping, first aid deployment, agriculture, electrical power line inspection and other monitory missions. Ace Waypoint ensures stability and safety of flight while allowing pilot to pay attention to mission objectives using GCS system.

It works on all kinds of helicopter from Bi-blade to Multi–blade rotorcrafts; with or without flybar; various swash plates and rotor heads; electric or gasoline powered engines.

Features

Auto Take off/landing
A simple two-step procedure to execute auto-take off and landing, ascending and descending rate of 0.2~0.5m/sec

Keyboard, Joystick ground station for take-off and landing or use of transmitter
Optional use of either keyboard or Joystick for up/down, rudder and cyclic control

Flybarless – multi-bladed, electronic phasing for increase pay-load
Once FBL option is selected over Flybarred, stabilization is activated. Electronic phasing eliminated the slanted 90° links. FBL and multi-bladed will increase payload and flight time.

More than 500 grams in weight reduction
The weight reduction will allow for high fuel capacity and longer flight time.

Smaller footprint in ease of installation
At half the size, Ace Waypoint will fit nicely in any helicopter size.

Improve Algorithm
Better position hold, increase accuracy and flight characteristics.

Faster GPS acquisition and Compass Calibration
The new design reduces GPS acquisition time and compass calibration in half.

Reduce start up wait time
Ready to go in 5 seconds after engine started or main power battery pack is plugged in.

Additional 2-action robotic function at each waypoint
Ready to go in 5 seconds after engine started or main power battery pack is plugged in.

Six pre-defined waypoint route templates
Point and select 6 pre-program commonly used routes.

Increase forward flight speed to 25m/sec
At about 90 km/h maximum air speed, staying ahead is now possible.

Edit or change waypoint on-the-fly
Simply pause the mission, waypoint edit or change can be made while the helicopter hovers awaiting the next command.

Gallery

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Tech Spec

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Microsoft Windows XP 32bits
Microsoft Windows Vista 32bits
Microsoft Windows 7 32bits

Language
English, Traditional / Simplified Chinese

Way Point Functions
Graphical Flight Mission Programming
Properties:
Altitude
Latitude
Longitude
Forward Flight Speed
Turn Mode
Head Degree
Hold Time
Assignments:
Camera Shutter
Gimbal Control
Airdrop Control
General Purpose Control
Mission Mode:
Continuous / Start to End

Turning Mode
Stop and Turn / Bank Turn

Map Browser
Google Earth 3-D GIS

Safty Control
Automatic Hovering & Go Home Function
Strictly AI Control Logic Design

Flight Instruments
GPS Coordinates Indicator
General Speed Indicator
Attitude Indicator
RF Signal Strength Indicator
Helicopter Position Tracker
Pitch Position %
Throttle Position %
Servo Voltage

HARDWARE

Electronic / Electromechanical
IMU

Airborne Equipment
GPS
Pressure Sensor
Digital Compass
Wireless Data Link
Airdrop Platform
General Purpose Controller X 2

Communication
Hardware Interface RS-232
Radio Frequency 900 MHz/ 2.4 GHz / Optional
Data-Throughput Maximum 11,520 bps / Optional

CONTROL MODES & SIMULATION

Rotorcraft Control Modes
Manual Mode
Attitude Mode
GPS Attitude Mode
GPS Cruise Mode
WayPoint Mode
Joystick Mode
Keyboard Mode

Pre-Flight Simulation
Virtual environment aid to help users get familiar with operations

Source: DJI Innovations

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