Milipol 2023: Polish Maddos company displays innovative VTOL Quadcopter UAV.

At the Milipol 2023 defense exhibition in Paris, the Polish Maddos company, a highly versatile and powerful Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) quadcopter drone, was showcased, drawing significant attention from both military and civilian sectors. This ready-to-fly platform is designed to execute a variety of automatic or manual missions, making it a standout in both its design and capabilities.
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Maddos UAV is equipped with navigation payloads like LIDAR for autonomous takeoff and landing, GNSS-aided INS for navigation in GPS-denied areas, and an ADS-B module for real-time airspace monitoring. (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The Maddos UAV's VTOL configuration allows it to take off and land almost anywhere, even in strong wind conditions, eliminating the need for a runway. This feature significantly enhances its operational flexibility, especially in challenging terrains or emergency situations. The drone's carbon fiber construction not only ensures durability but also keeps it light, aiding in its agility and performance.

One of the most notable features of the Maddos UAV is its high payload and fuselage capacity, which can carry up to 25kg. This allows the UAV to be equipped with multiple advanced on-board sensors, making it ideal for a wide range of applications including surveillance, border control, search and rescue, agriculture, public safety, and firefighting.

The drone offers up to 10 hours of flight time, ensuring extended operations for missions like reconnaissance, intelligence gathering, and law enforcement activities. Its modular design facilitates fast field assembly, crucial for operations requiring quick deployment.

In terms of communication and navigation, the Maddos UAV is equipped with a long-range data link of over 150 km Line of Sight (LOS), advanced autopilot features with triple redundancy and a custom user interface. The onboard black box ensures reliable operation and data recording. The UAV operates on a mesh network and features encrypted communication links (AES-128/ AES-256), ensuring secure and uninterrupted operations.

The Maddos UAV series includes different models like the 350e and 600h, each designed to cater to specific operational needs. The 350e, with a wingspan of 3.5m, offers up to 3 hours of endurance, while the 600h, with a 6m wingspan, can fly for over 10 hours. Both models are equipped with advanced gimbal cameras featuring EO + IR integrated sensors, object detection and tracking, and on-board recording capabilities.

Additionally, the Maddos UAV is equipped with navigation payloads like LIDAR for autonomous takeoff and landing, GNSS-aided INS for navigation in GPS-denied areas, and an ADS-B module for real-time airspace monitoring. The robust ground control station features sun-readable touch screens, an antenna tracker, and remote video terminals, ensuring efficient and effective mission control.

With its advanced features and versatile capabilities, the Maddos UAV is set to become a crucial asset in a variety of fields, offering a new level of efficiency and effectiveness in UAV operations.