Pioneer UAV was first deployed from battleships in the Iowa class. But it soon started to find its use on land bases. It did not receive an official military designation until 1997, when the DOD introduced the new Q-for-UAV category. Pioneer UAV Inc. was established in Santa Monica by AAI Corp. as a joint venture. This article will give you an overview of Pioneer and its capabilities.
RQ-2A Pioneer
The RQ-2A Pioneer UAV is one of the most popular military unmanned aerial vehicles. Pioneer UAVs Inc. made it, making it the oldest UAV in the U.S. military. It was first acquired in December 1985 by the Navy. A second one was deployed onboard USS Iowa in Dec 1986. The Pioneer was developed using an Israeli Aircraft Industries Scout UAV. During the Gulf War, it flew 858 combat flights. It has also flown above Haiti, Somalia and Bosnia. In Jul 1997, it reached the 15,000 hour milestone.
The RQ-2A is equipped with an inertial navigation system and two-way C-band datalink. The RQ-2A can fly independently or autonomously and can carry a payload of up to 75 pounds. You can also attach an EO/IR sensor to the gimbaled part of the aircraft. It can also relay analog videos in real time to ground controls via a line-ofsight data link. It has flown missions in the Persian Gulf, the Kosovo War, and the Iraq War.
RQ-2B Pioneer
UAV RQ-2B Pioneer UAV is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which can be used by both the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) and U.S. Navy. It's versatile, cost-effective, long-range, and highly maneuverable. It can land on ground or launch from catapults and can fly for 5 hours. It can carry a payload weighting 75 lb (34kg), and an EO/IR sensor. Its line of sight data link transmits analog video and data in real time. Pioneer has been deployed in conflict zones in Iraq, Kosovo, as well the Gulf. It has been used in training, testing, and other activities.
Other features include the RQ-2B's inertial navigation (INS), two-way C band datalink and an autopilot. The UAV has a datalink range of 185 km and can fly preprogrammed missions. The payload consists a Wescam DS-12 EO/IR sensor.
RQ-2C Pioneer
RQ-2C Pioneer UAVs are twin-boom pushingers powered by a two stroke piston engine. The RQ-2C Pioneer UAV can be launched by rocket booster or catapult and can fly for up to five hours with a payload of 75 pounds. The gimbaled EO/IR camera is fixed in position and transmits analog video in real-time over a line-of sight data link. The aircraft is made with lightweight materials, including carbon-fiber and Kevlar composites, fiberglass, Kevlar or aluminum.
The aircraft can be controlled remotely from a Ground Control Station or autonomously. The aircraft is self-sustaining because it has an autopilot and a ground based tracking control unit. The ground and aircraft can be connected via a data link. This is jam-resistant, and will switch to backup mode if there is an issue. The aircraft can be controlled remotely by soldiers or from a cockpit.
FAQ
What is the maximum height you can fly a drone with no license?
There is no restriction on the height at which you can fly a drone according to the FAA. You will need to register your unmanned aircraft system (UAS), including the registration number and model name, weight, dimensions, serial number, manufacturer's number, date manufactured, and any other information.
What is the difference of a quadcopter and an hexacopter, you ask?
A quadcopter can be described as a quadrotor helicopter with four rotors. It flies the same way as a traditional helicopter. It is equipped with four rotors, each of which can rotate independently. A hexacopter is similar to a quadcopter except that it has six rotors instead of four. Hexacopters are stabler and more maneuverable than quadcopters.
Is it possible to fly my drone in a local park?
Yes, you can fly drones at parks all around the world. Safety concerns mean that not all countries allow drones to be flown in parks. You can fly drones legally in these places.
Where can a drone be purchased?
You can find many different types of drones online. Some prefer to purchase their drones via Amazon, eBay, and Walmart. Others prefer to purchase their drones directly at the manufacturer.
What type of batteries should a drone be using?
Lithium-ion batteries are the most common type of battery for drones. A typical drone runs on between 3 and 6-volts.
Does the FAA regulate drones?
The FAA oversees all aspects of drone operations, including safety standards, certification requirements, and licensing procedures.
Statistics
- According to the multiple listing service (MLS), houses and apartments with drone photographs are up to 68 percent more likely to sell than those without pictures. (thedroneu.com)
- Research and Markets predict a growth rate of 51.1% over the next five years. (thedroneu.com)
- According to industry research from ZipRecruiter , there are 10 cities where the typical salary for a Drone Pilot job is above the national average. (dronesgator.com)
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How To
How to Film Yourself with a Drone
It's easy to film yourself with your drone. You only need a camera, remote control and a smartphone to film yourself with a drone. First, get your FAA license. You will then need to purchase a quadcopter. This type of drone is equipped with four rotors allowing it to fly in different directions.
Once you have purchased your drone you will need it to be connected to your computer with a USB cable. Follow these steps to open the drone's software program.
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Connect the battery of your drone to the power source of your laptop.
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Open the webcam of your drone and make sure that it's working properly. If you don’t see any images on the screen check that there are no problems with the connection between your drone to the computer.
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Turn on Wi-Fi in your drone. Enter the IP address of the computer into the field "IP address".
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Select "Open Camera" and choose the option "Camera".
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Make sure to set HD 1080p for the image quality.
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Click on "Record," then click on "Start Recording."
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After you have finished recording, close your webcam application.
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Save the video file to your hard disk.
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Finally, upload the file to YouTube using another computer.
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Use social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to share your video link, including Instagram, Twitter, Instagram Google+, Pinterest, Pinterest, Tumblr or Reddit