Where the manual approach breaks down
- Datasheet range is a laboratory number measured over clear line of sight; operational range is the shorter of the link and the aircraft's endurance.
- In terrain it is almost always the link that gives way first, not the airframe.
- At sea there are no relay points to use, and in mountains the useful ones are hard to reach.
- Frequency regulation differs by country, so a link that works at home may not be legal at the destination.
How the unmanned workflow runs
Start with a link that senses its own spectrum
A 1.4 GHz link with real-time spectrum sensing and dynamic frequency hopping holds where a fixed-channel link would drop out — and shows what the band actually looks like before you commit.
Add nodes instead of power
Multi-node networking places a relay where the line of sight fails: a ridge, a mast or a vessel. It is usually cheaper and quieter than raising transmitter power.
Put the operator where the decision is
Ground control stations run at the launch point or in the command post, so one link serves both the crew and the people who need the picture.
Match the band to the destination country
Custom frequency bands are supported, so the system is configured to local regulation instead of being used as shipped.
Frequently Asked Questions
What range can we actually expect?
The usable range is the shorter of the link's capability and the aircraft's endurance, and in terrain it is set by the line of sight to the relay rather than by the transmitter's rating. That is why relay nodes are specified together with the link, not after it.
How are frequency regulations handled?
Custom frequency bands are supported, so equipment is configured to the band allowed in the country of operation rather than used as shipped. Requirements differ between countries, and the configuration should be confirmed before delivery.
Can one link serve UAV, USV, UGV and other platforms?
Yes. The same link family covers UAV, USV, UGV, maritime and robot-dog platforms plus ground-vehicle telemetry, which is why a common link is often a better answer than several different ones.