Huless manufactures autonomous drones equipped with a tethered system for continuous power and data transmission, enabling real-time communication and surveillance in challenging environments. The Highline-T drone system enhances operational range for ground robotics and tactical communication, providing 24/7 monitoring capabilities even in the absence of GPS signals.
Funding
$315K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Persistent surveillance and communication in areas lacking GPS or with challenging terrain is difficult to achieve with standard drones due to limited flight time and signal range. Maintaining continuous operation requires frequent battery swaps or repositioning, creating logistical overhead and potential gaps in coverage.
Solution
Huless manufactures the Highline-T, a tethered drone system designed for long-endurance aerial operations. The system provides continuous power and data transmission through a physical cable, enabling 24/7 monitoring and communication capabilities. The Highline-T can host various payloads, including communication relays, cameras, and electronic warfare equipment. The system is designed for rapid deployment and can operate in environments where GPS signals are unavailable.
Target Audience
The primary customers are military, law enforcement, and security organizations requiring persistent surveillance, communication relay, or electronic warfare capabilities in challenging environments.
Features
- Tethered connection for continuous power and data transfer, enabling flight times up to 4 hours with 3 sorties per day
- Automated winch system with 120m cable (100m flight altitude)
- Ground control station with payload management and system health monitoring
- Operational in GPS-denied environments using optical stabilization
- Redundant power systems and emergency parachute for increased reliability
- Single-axis antenna suspension and forward-facing camera included
- Resistant to electronic warfare (EW)
- Optional USG 331 and Gremcy Vio F1 cameras
- Customizable interfaces: PWM, UART, CAN, ETH, USB; Power 5V, 24V