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The Black Hornet 4 is the next generation in covert UAV capabilities, and swiftly provides situational awareness and enhances effectiveness while minimizing cognitive strain on solders. The drone incorporates a high-resolution Thermal Imager (TI), an Electro Optical (EO) camera with exceptional low-light capabilities. Operators also benefit from an extended range and heightened resilience. Flight performance has been augmented by new obstacle avoidance capabilities and an advanced battery. The Black Hornet 4 redefines reconnaissance capabilities, empowering soldiers with critical insights for mission success.
SQUAD-LEVEL IMMEDIATE COVERT SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
Save lives and minimize collateral damage. Detect and identify threats day and night without being detected. Increase operational tempo and expand maneuver options.
NON-SPECIALIST NANO UAV SYSTEM
A total system weight of 1.3kg and small enough for dismounted solder to carry on a utility belt, Black Hornet PRS deploys easily, with minimal training required.
RESILIENT
MIL-STD-810.H compliant the Black Hornet 4 PRS G3 is wind tolerant up to 25 knots + gust (13m/s) and multi-mission capable ground speeds up to 10 m/s.
With the ever-evolving battlefield, Soldiers confront a multifaceted operational landscape, pitting them against adversaries spanning near peers, hybrid threats, and even beyond Line-of-Sight (LoS)
challenges. The Black Hornet 4 UAV swiftly provides situational awareness and enhances effectiveness while minimizing cognitive strain on soldiers.
A substantial advancement from its predecessor, Black Hornet 4 incorporates a high-resolution Thermal Imager (TI), an Electro Optical (EO) camera with exceptional low-light capabilities, and a Software-Defined Radio (SDR) datalink, boasting extended range and heightened resilience. Enhanced flight performance comes from an upgraded rotor system and an advanced battery.
The Black Hornet 4 platform establishes the groundwork for Artificial Intelligence (AI), fostering greater autonomy and alleviating cognitive burdens, aligning perfectly with the present and future requirements of Soldiers in the field. The Black Hornet 4 redefines reconnaissance capabilities, empowering soldiers with critical insights for mission success.
SQUAD-LEVEL IMMEDIATE COVERT SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
Save lives and minimize collateral damage. Detect and identify threats day and night without being detected. Increase operational tempo and expand maneuver options.
COVERT AIRBORNE SENSOR
Extraordinarily low visual and audible signatures and a light, small profile allow covert operation and increased security or dismounted soldiers.
BEYOND VISUAL LINE-OF-SIGHT CAPABILITY
Expand visual range in complex and urban environments. Provide viewing angles not available to larger systems, e.g. indoors and in confined areas. Rapidly engage targets beyond visual line-of-sight and conduct real-time weapon effectiveness assessment.
NON-SPECIALIST NANO UAV SYSTEM A total system weight of 1.3 kg and small enough for a dismounted soldier to carry on a utility elt, Black Hornet PRS deploys easily, with minimal training required.
RESILIENT
MIL-STD-810.H compliant the Black Hornet 4 PRS G3 is wind tolerant up to of 25 knots + gust (13 m/s) and multi-mission capable with ground speeds up to 10 m/s.
Black Hornet® 4 PRS
Rotor diameter 190 mm (7.5 in)
Total length 255 mm (10 in)
Weight ~70 grams (2.5 oz)
Signature
Visual detection Best in class, details upon request
Audio Best in class, details upon request
Electromagnetic Signature Best in class, details upon request
Payload
Electro optical main
camera 12 MP, excellent in low light
Electro optical navigation
camera
3 x low resolution camera for indoor navigation and collision
avoidance
Night Imager 650 x 512, high sensitivity TI camera
LED Illuminating white LED
Performance
Endurance More than 30 minutes
Max. speed 10 m/sec ground speed (~33 ft/sec)
Environment
Temperature -20°C to +43°C
Wind 25 knots/ gust 30 knots
Precipitation Details on request
Data Link
Frequency Details on request
Radio Range More than 2 km (1.24 mi)
Performance Encrypted, dynamic power, frequency hopping, designed for beyond line-of- sight
Resolution
EO Video 1280 x 720 pixels
EO Snapshot 3024 x 4032 pixels
Thermal Imaging Video 512 x 640 pixels
Thermal Imaging Snapshot 512 x 640 pixels
Navigation
Seamless GNSS/GNSS denied navigation, day and night Collision avoidance
Embedded DTED, Vector and Raster maps (upgrade option)
Mission Data
AES 256 encrypted Video, Snapshots, and Metadata
Removeable 256 GB SD-card for mission data (encrypted)
STANAG 4609 and Cursor on Target (COT) compliant
RAS-A / MAVLINK compliant
ATAK Compatible
Can be integrated with selected BMS
Launch Time Less than 20 seconds
